Jajarmi Hosseiniyeh

The Jajarmi Hosseiniyeh is one of the valuable historic buildings of Bojnord in North Khorasan Province. It is located on East Taleghani Street, in Jajarmi Alley. The hosseiniyeh dates back to the late Qajar period and was inscribed on Iran's National Heritage List on 17 Mordad 1383 (Solar Hijri) under registration number 11051. This historic monument is known not only as a religious site but also as a symbol of the social and cultural life of the people of Bojnord in the past, and it attracts visitors interested in history and culture. The building was originally the private residence of Haj Ali Akbar Jajarmi, a merchant from the city of Jajarm and the representative of Bojnord in the National Consultative Assembly (Majlis). Later, the house was endowed as a waqf by its owner and was used as a place for mourning and holding religious ceremonies (especially during the month of Muharram).

The architecture of the Jajarmi Hosseiniyeh reflects the art and skill of Qajar-era master craftsmen, and it covers an area of about 600 square metres. The building has a central courtyard, decorative arched niches and fine muqarnas work, each combining brickwork and stucco to showcase the beauty and authenticity of Iranian architecture. It has a square plan and two floors: the ground floor is older and was probably residential, while the upper floor was used for religious ceremonies. Its wooden doors and windows, with their artistic decoration, also show the delicacy of the craftsmanship and the attention to detail in the traditional architecture of Bojnord. The hosseiniyeh is regarded as one of the most distinctive examples of the city's traditional architecture, and a visit offers a chance to learn about the lifestyle and culture of the people of the region during the Qajar era. Today the Jajarmi mansion operates as a Handicrafts House, serving as one of the most prominent and active handicraft training workshops in North Khorasan Province. This change of use means that both tourists and those interested in traditional arts can discover local handicrafts while visiting the building.

To visit the Jajarmi Hosseiniyeh, simply head from the centre of Bojnord towards East Taleghani Street and turn into Jajarmi Alley; the historic building will come into view along the way. The best time to visit is spring or autumn, from morning to late afternoon, when good light and pleasant weather make the visit more enjoyable. Visitors should respect the historic atmosphere and decorations of the building, avoid entering restricted areas, and keep the neighbourhood clean and quiet so that this valuable heritage is preserved for future generations.