Esfahan

Esfahan city, which is famous for its beauty and enjoyment of art and vitality in half of the world, is one of the best tourist destinations in Iran which with its mild and good climate can be a tourist destination any season of the year. The sights of Isfahan are many and stunning, and in addition to the historical and ancient sites there are many recreational centers and natural attractions.

The magnificent Iranian Islamic architecture of UNESCO World Heritage, the splendid bridges, the beautiful domes and minarets, the friendly local culture, the delicious delicacies, the fascinating tiles, the admirable traditional markets and many places Charming and beautiful for discovering and sightseeing has made Esfahan the best city for a vacation.

۱. The Role of the World

یIsfahan is one of the most spectacular sights in the world, which can be said to be one of the largest and most beautiful squares in the world. The square, 2 meters long and 4 meters wide, houses four historical monuments in Isfahan, including the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, the Imam Mosque, the head of the Qaisariyeh market, and the Qapu High Palace. The square was built during the Safavid era of Isfahan. There are two floors around the Naqsh-e Jahan Square which tourists can visit in addition to shopping.

۲. thirty three bridges

One of the most famous sights in Isfahan is the Soussepoll or Bridge of Allahverdi Khan, which was built at 2 spans, 2 meters long and 2 meters wide, by Allahverdi Khan Ondiladzeh on Zayandehrood and coincided with the reign of Shah Abbas Safavi and the celebration of the Abbasam Khamshav celebration. Isfahan was in the Safavid period. In the Safavid era, Nowruz was celebrated day and night alongside Cusplan. During this time, thirty-four poles were illuminated, and at some point Shah Abbas commanded the bridge to fall.

Many tourists consider Ceosplus a masterpiece of Iranian architecture, including Percy Sykes, who calls Ceosplo one of the world's first bridges, Shardine calling it a masterpiece of architecture, and Dan Garcia called it one of the best works of Iranian architecture. And, as Lord Kreuzen put it, "Man has no expectation of traveling to Iran to see what he can call the most magnificent bridge in the world."


۳. Paul Khaju

One of the most unique architectures of Shah Abbas II is the Khaju Bridge, built on Zayandehrood, the other name of the bridge is Baba Rakn al-Din, and the functions of this bridge can be referred to as dam and water flow regulation. Architecturally it is very solid and symmetrical. Right in the middle of this bridge was erected a temporary residence for the king and his family, called Bigger Beekie, which still exists, and under its arched roof there are exquisite paintings depicting the art and splendor of civilization at the time.

۴. The High Palace of Capo

Another sightseeing spot in Isfahan is the Qapu High Palace, which is located in the Naqsh-e Jahan Square, opposite the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. The palace can be called a masterpiece of Safavid architecture. The high-rise palace of Capo is built on 4 floors and each floor has its own decoration. "Higher Qapu" means "high courtyard" or "high gate", and this palace can be called the entrance to the palaces built in the Safavid era in the area of ​​the World's Role Square.
On the sixth floor of the palace is the hall called the Voice Room. Built in such a way that the recording studio, like the recording studio, picks up extra sound and delivers sound to all parts of the room. Everywhere in this beautiful plaster chamber is in the shape of a cup and an extract.

۵. Chehel Sotoon palace

Like many other attractions in Isfahan, Chehelston Palace is a product of the glorious Safavid era. The palace is located east of Chahar Bagh in Lower Street, south of Sepah Street and west of Naqsh-e Jahan Square. The palace's architecture uses a combination of Chinese, Iranian and French architecture, including a main porch facing east. This porch consists of two sections, one on 18 wooden and tall pillars and the other on four middle pillars, which are placed on two stone lions whose carvings are such that two lions are shown to one human head.

۶. central Mosque

Isfahan Jame Mosque is one of the most important sights of Isfahan and is one of the most important monuments of Isfahan dating back to the second century AH. A small mosque that was built to fit the population of Isfahan and led to the growth of Isfahan's urbanization. The history of the construction of the Isfahan Jame Mosque dates back to the Abbasid period, when the most important development plans were carried out during the Al-Buway and Safavid era. The building is world-renowned for its technical, artistic and architectural types and has been listed in UNESCO World Heritage List for 5 years.


۷. Eight Paradise palace

This beautiful and historic building was the residence of the rulers of the time during the late Safavid dynasty. Eight Paradise Mansion is located in a large and beautiful garden of the role of the world, originally built by King Ishmael I. This octagonal mansion is built on two floors and has four facades and none of the views are the same. The north facade appears to be the main facade of the mansion, but the pool on the east side indicates that the main facade is on this side. In the middle of the mansion hall is an octagonal marble basin called the pearl basin. Its doors and windows are also embroidered, doubling the beauty of the mansion.

۸. Menar jonban

There are many stories and anecdotes about this strange and beautiful monument in our folklore literature. The mystic, "Uncle Abdullah Karadani", is buried in this building and his tombstone is dated to 6 AH. This date coincides with the rule of Sultan Muhammad Khodabandeh Aljaito Ilkhan. The minaret is in the form of a monument and two minarets; each minaret is 2.5 meters high, and what sets it apart from the other minarets is its shaking. By moving one of the minarets, both the minaret and the whole building will move. The cause of this phenomenon has long been unknown, but one of the reasons is a physical phenomenon called the "resonance" or "Doppler effect" because the two minarets are similar and very light, shaking one another.


۹. Wank Church and Museum

The original name of this church is Zia and the historic Vank Amna Perkich, built during the reign of King Abbas II. This historic church is a place of worship for Armenians and is located in the Jolfa neighborhood of Isfahan. It has two domes. These domes are designed to imitate the Iranian architecture in a circular fashion. The roofs and walls of the Wank Church are covered with beautiful paintings, all of which are narratives and images of the Bible, including pictures of Jesus' birth, heaven and hell. There are museums and libraries in this church that are of historical value. The museum houses old objects and books, such as manuscripts and signboards, instruments, jewelry, textiles, and more.

۱۰. Jolfa neighborhood

Another sightseeing spot in Isfahan is the Jolfa neighborhood, which attracts all passengers, even once. Jolfa is a paved street where walking can make one so. You can go and sit in one of its cafes or be fascinated by the wall paintings of the Wank Church.


۱۱. Kaisariyeh Market

Another sightseeing spot in Isfahan is the Kaisariyeh market. Qaisarieh Market is one of the most famous historical markets of Iran, also known as the King's Market, starting from the Qaisarieh's backyard and leading to the chit-makers' market and from there to the Daralshafa Market. Qaisarieh Market is one of the famous centers of crafts. The Qaisariyeh shrine represents one of the most beautiful paintings of the Safavid era. From this entrance, you enter one of the most beautiful markets in the world. During the Safavid era, the market was the center of the sale of expensive goods, and representatives of foreign companies held cellars there.

This bazaar is one of the largest and most magnificent markets in Isfahan, in the middle of the market is a large, circular-shaped courtyard with a beautiful dome and on the west side of the majestic King's Caravanserai, which has two storeys and nearly two cells.

۱۲. Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque

Another masterpiece of Isfahan art and architecture is located on the east side of Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a beautiful building with a circular and unassuming dome that depicts Iranian engraving and painting and is one of the most beautiful sights of Isfahan, the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. . This beautiful mosque has a unique characteristic that distinguishes it from other mosques is the lack of minarets; the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque has no entrance or courtyard, and instead has a beautifully tiled porch that adorns the role of the world square. Is. The design, color, role and lighting of this mosque are so spectacular that it is impossible to see, no doubt it is a magnificent masterpiece that impresses every viewer.


۱۳. Isfahan Fire Station

Another sights of Isfahan belongs to the Sassanid era called Atashgah. The fire temple is an ancient and ancient work on a mountain named after it. The past has been the site of religious ceremonies and the preservation of the sacred fire. Exact date is not available on the exact date of construction, but historians have found that it has been used throughout history. The building is cylindrical and adobe shaped. This fireplace is located in a location that is completely overlooked around. It has seven large windows and one entrance, and its design is designed to allow the sacred fire to be lit from the outside.

۱۴. Imam Mosque

Isfahan is a city of national and religious monuments, and the Shah Mosque, also known as the Jame Mosque, the Sultanate, and the Imam Mosque, is one of the mosques in the Naqsh-e Jahan Square that was built during the Safavid era and is one of the major Islamic architectural monuments in Iran. The building is an eternal masterpiece of architecture, tiled in the eleventh century AH, commissioned by King Ali Akbar Esfahani.

The height of the outer dome is 2 meters from the floor of the mosque. The inscriptions on the mosque are adorned by famous calligraphers and calligraphers of the Safavid era. All surfaces of jaras, walls, domes, minarets and arches of the interior and exterior of the mosque are covered with seven colors and mosaic tiles. The motifs of these tiles, "Flowers and Shrubs", appear in a single, mysterious way.

 

۱۵. Zayandeh Rood River

Another sightseeing in Isfahan is Zayandehrood. Zayandehrood is the most important river in the central plateau of Iran. This river has become famous as the Zayandeh River due to the boiling of the Faravan springs from the source to the estuary. The river originates from the northeast front of Zardkoh Bakhtiari and flows into the Gavkhuni marsh. The length of this river is up to 2 km and its width varies from 1 to 2 meters in the valleys and up to 2 meters in the city of Isfahan. From start to finish, there are lush grasslands on its shores that are very influential in the beauty, freshness and elegance of the climate and the views of the river.

4. Chahar Bag School

Many tourists who have visited Isfahan's Chahar Bagh School consider this building to be one of the most astonishing sights of Isfahan. Known also as the school of the mother of the king and the school of Sultan Hussein, it is the last building built in the Safavid era. The four gardens were one of the special schools of religious sciences devoted to the training and education of the students. With all its impressive features, the building is a complete beauty. From the Chinese knots and tiles to all the designs and roles played in the exterior and interior decoration of the building and its cells to create a lasting image.

The Chahar Bagh school was reopened after September 1, and a library called the Culture Library was built in place of the old one. After the victory of the revolution, the name of the Chahar Bagh School and its library were renamed to "Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq Seminary School" and "Imam Ja'far Sadegh Public Library". The school is now one of the Isfahan seminary schools.


۱۷. Isfahan Aquarium

Many tourists don't even think that they can visit a modern and beautiful aquarium alongside so many ancient and ancient Islamic buildings and traditional Islamic architecture! An aquarium where you can watch sharks and sea lions. But the biggest aquarium in the Middle East with an area of ​​2 meters is located next to Nojwan Park in Isfahan and is 5 meters long. The aquatic aquarium contains five living creatures, including more than two to five species of fish from five continents, some of which are some of the most dangerous, rare and weird. It is also interesting to know that there are five types of sharks in this aquarium.

۱۸. Saffeh mountain

Another spectacular place in Isfahan is the mountain of Safa. Safeh is located in the south of Isfahan and is actually one of the symbols of the city of Isfahan and above it is the whole city. Safeh Mountain Park is one of the natural and recreational areas of Isfahan with the attraction of telephony. There are two trap lines in the park, the first line of which consists of two 4-person cabs and rises from the highway up to the wind gate. The couch has a virgin nature, is lush and lush and is a good place for hiking. Apart from the beauty of the mountain itself and its surroundings, there are also good facilities for tourists. It has a restaurant and a café, a mountain park and a zoo, a waterfall, a bowling alley, and numerous caves and waterfalls can make Sofia a unique place for tourists.

۱۹. Chahar Bag Abasi

Chahar Bagh is one of the best hiking trails in the city of Isfahan that crosses the shade of the trees. In the city of Esfahan there are many chariots, the most beautiful of which is the Abbasid chariot. A street surrounded by beautiful green trees. The Abbasi Chahar Bagh starts from thirty-three bridges and goes north. In the following periods, four more gardens were created, called the lower four gardens. The route goes south to the city of Isfahan and thirty-three bridges connect the two beautiful routes.

۲۰. Unrecognizable Forest Park

The Nujwan Forest Park is a pleasant climate area that is great for picnics and fun, and is named after the cute and spruce trees. It's not just the blinking weather that drives people to it. The inn is full of amusements like telegrams, playgrounds, pools, children's playgrounds, boarding stations, horseback riding and boating. Of course, all of this goes beyond bird gardens, reptile gardens, butterflies, ornamental flower gardens and most importantly the possibility of camping in the area. Najwan Forest Park is located in southwest of Isfahan.

۲۱. Birds Garden

Another interesting sightseeing spot in Isfahan is the bird garden. Isfahan Bird Gardens is about 2 kilometers west of Vahid Bridge and along the Nizwan Recreational Complex. A garden that is especially suitable for children and can be used by birds to feed them. Isfahan Bird Garden was built in year 6 and has 7000 birds in 5 different species. Birds, some like ducks and swans, live in four garden ponds, and some like quails on garden rocks and some like pheasants in orchards. Some also have metal and glass shelves.

۲۲. Varzaneh village

Varzaneh is one of the most spectacular places in Isfahan and in the southwest of Naeen near the Gavkhouni Wetland where the Zayandeh River flows through it. Varzaneh village is known for its customs and sandy hills, especially for those who love the desert and its starry nights. Jara Desert with lubricating sand is one of the pristine areas of Iran. The interesting thing about women's clothing is that they generally use white tents and give the village a refreshing look.

۲۳. Crafts stores

اHalf of the world has become more and more popular among the world and has attracted many tourists as it has become the first cultural capital of Islamic countries in the world. It is considered to be the most important city in the country in terms of handicrafts, with most of the country's handicrafts being manufactured, including embroidery, cashmere, etc., and tourists eager to supply Iranian souvenirs are almost all handicrafts and souvenirs. Iran points can be provided on the outskirts of Naghsh Square in the Old Market in Isfahan.

۲۴. Delicious traditional food

One of the most exciting sights of Isfahan is the traditional and delicious food shops. Among Isfahan's most popular pastries are Esfahan's Gazelle and Polkie; the most popular Isfahan local food of interest to travelers and tourists is the “Briuni” grill, a meaty and very fatty food that can be made in most parts of the city.

۲۵. flower garden

The last tourist attraction of Isfahan that we introduce is the flower garden of Isfahan, which is built on the southeastern margin of Bozorgmehr Square, near the river Zayandehrood. The garden area is 2 square meters and 4 types of rocky plants that provide a view of nature are planted in the garden.