During the Karamat Ten-Day Celebrations, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Hazrat Masumah, celebratory banners have been installed at Imam Reza shrine (northeast Iran). The courtyards have taken on a festive atmosphere, welcoming pilgrims and locals from near and far who come to express their devotion to the Ahlul-Bayt.
Black mourning flag and black banners are raised in the holy shrine of Imam Reza (as) to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of his dear grandfather, Imam Jaffar Sadiq (as).
With the descent of divine mercy over courtyards of Imam Reza Shrine, a distinct spiritual ambiance enveloped this sacred site. As eye‑catching clouds formed in sky above Mashhad, northeast Iran, atmosphere of the shrine transformed into rare and striking scene that drew attention of both pilgrims and local residents. Soft light, gentle movement of clouds, and illuminated surfaces of courtyards created uplifting and memorable frames for visitors. Many pilgrims paused to capture these moments, turning brief passing of clouds into lasting images in the heart of shrine.
The grand Eid al-Fitr prayers, led by Ayat. Seyyed Ahmad Alamolhoda, Mashhad’s Friday Prayer Imam and Representative of the Leader in Khorasan Razavi Province, were conducted across the courtyards and porticos of Imam Reza shrine on March 21.
Imam Reza shrine hosted the largest Nowruz gathering of Iranians during the New Year ceremony (March 20). The Persian New Year (1405) was marked by an extraordinary turnout of pilgrims and locals at the sacred venues of Imam Reza shrine. The ceremony brought together devotees from across the nation, celebrating Nowruz in a deeply spiritual atmosphere at one of the most revered places of worship.
