Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám, Nishapur

Name: Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám
Address: Nishapur, Iran

#6 among attractions in Nishapur

Top attraction, Monuments and statues, Mausoleum

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The Mausoleum of Omar Khayyam is a modern monument of white marble erected over Omar Khayyam's tomb located on the south-east of the city of Nishapur, Iran. This mausoleum is a symbol of modern Persian architecture and is part of the national heritage of Iran. This monument was built during the reign of the Pahlavi dynasty and was designed by Hooshang Seyhoun. ()

Local name: آرامگاه خیام Completed: 1963 (61 years ago)Coordinates: 36°9'57"N, 58°49'20"E

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Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tomb of Kamal-ol-molk, Tomb of Abu Usman Al-Maghribi, Tomb of Heydar Yaghma, Mausoleum of Attar Neyshaburi.

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Historical place, Memorial
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22 min walk • Nestled in the ancient city of Nishapur, in the northeastern province of Razavi Khorasan, Iran, lies the resting place of one of the country's most revered artists, the Tomb of Kamal-ol-molk. This historical site pays homage to Mohammad Ghaffari, better known as...
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Mausoleum
Tomb of Abu Usman Al-Maghribi, Nishapur
22 min walk • The Tomb of Abu Usman Al-Maghribi is built by the Pahlavi dynasty and This building is located in Nishapur.
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Mausoleum
Tomb of Heydar Yaghma, Nishapur
8 min walk • The Tomb of Heydar Yaghma is built by the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and This building is located in Nishapur.
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Mausoleum
Mausoleum of Attar Neyshaburi, Nishapur
22 min walk • The Mausoleum of Attar of Nishapur is located in Nishapur in northeastern Iran. It's located near the Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám. The structure is octagonal in shape with a tile worked onion shaped dome. It has 4 entrances, the northern one is the main entrance. The structure is adorned with colored tiles and carvings.
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Archaeological site
Shadiyakh, Nishapur
27 min walk • Shadiyakh or Shadyakh was one of the main Palaces, Gardens and Great Neighborhoods of old Nishapur that was established by Abdullah ibn Tahir al-Khurasani in the 9th century AD, becoming more important and populated after that. Some notable people like Attar lived there. Attar's tomb is now in that area.

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Which popular attractions are close to Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám?

Nearby attractions include Tomb of Heydar Yaghma, Nishapur (8 min walk), Tomb of Abu Usman Al-Maghribi, Nishapur (22 min walk), Tomb of Kamal-ol-molk, Nishapur (22 min walk), Mausoleum of Attar Neyshaburi, Nishapur (22 min walk).

How to get to Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám:

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خیام • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)

Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám, Nishapur

Facts and practical information

Nishapur plan & book

Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Tomb of Kamal-ol-molk, Nishapur

Tomb of Abu Usman Al-Maghribi, Nishapur

Tomb of Heydar Yaghma, Nishapur

Mausoleum of Attar Neyshaburi, Nishapur

Shadiyakh, Nishapur

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám?

How to get to Mausoleum of Omar Khayyám by public transport?