Cousin · Iran
chahar taq
A Sassanian dome chamber open on all four sides through arches.
Literally 'four arches' in Persian, the chahar taq set a circular dome over four corner piers connected by open arches, creating a freestanding canopy for light, air, and ritual fire.
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