Iraq (IP) – The holy shrines of Imam Hadi (AS) and Imam Hassan al-'Askari in Samarra, Iraq, was covered in black on the first night of Muharram month to commemorate Imam Hussain's (AS) martyrdom.

Iran PressMiddle East: Female artists in Isfahan, Iran, have devoted two years to crafting the black cover for Imam Hadi (AS) and Imam Hassan al-Askari's holy shrine.

During the month of Muharram, the holy shrine of the two Shia Imams in Samarra hosts pilgrims and mourners from various Islamic countries, including Iraq and Iran.

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Photo by: Morteza Salehi
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Photo by: Morteza Salehi
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