Examples Of Absolutism In Iran

Absolutism is defined as being the acceptance of, or belief in absolute principles in political, philosophical, ethical, or theological matters. It can also be seen as a form of government in which the ruler at that time controls every aspect of politics and military in that country. During the 16th and 17th century absolutism was the reigning form of government. This could be seen mainly in France, Isfahan, and China.
The Palace of Versailles in Paris France is one of the most well-known examples of absolute rule. Built by Louis XIV in 1624 as sign of his power, Versailles was used as political propaganda. The palace contained several paintings, statues, tapestries depicting the current king in all his splendor. Even in the aspects of the Palace where Louis wasn’t literally being represented, the grandeur of Versailles sent out a message that Louis was living lavishly, and was therefore a very powerful man.
From the beautiful blue dome to the finite details in the tile work the Great Mosque is regarded as the epitome of Persian architecture. However the mosque wasn’t built for the king, but rather for the common people as a place of worship. Though it was built as a place for worship, its grandeur can rival that of Versailles.
At the heart of Beijing stands the Forbidden City. Though it’s no longer an imperial precinct, it is considered one of the most important cultural heritage sites within China. The mere size of the complex is enough to associate it with absolutism. The “city” consists of 98 buildings where only three of them are the actual