Isfahan

“Isfahan is half the world.” An Old Persian proverb that the fame of the city led people to come up with it. Isfahan flourished from 1050 to 1722, particularly during 16th and 17th centuries under the Safavid dynasty when it became the capital of Persia. Shah Abbas the great, moved the Safavid government there as part of his bigger plan to lift the country from the slump into which it had fallen. Even today, the city retains much of its past glory and it is famous for its Persian-Islamic architecture, with beautiful boulevards, bridges, mosques, bazaars and square. “Naqsh-e-Jahan” square is one of the largest city squares in the world. Its city center is also considered as one of the largest shopping malls in the world and combines modern and traditional architecture.

Naqsh-e Jahan Square

The first visiting place of Isfahan that is full of tourists all over the year is Naqsh-e Jahan Square. So let’s get together and explore this dazzling attraction to know more about its secrets in detail.

Vank Church

Vank Church is like a shining jewel in the center of Isfahan. Simple and beautiful architecture, unique paintings and the antiquity of Vank Church, distinguish this historical monument from other churches in Iran.

Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque

Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque is one the perfect architectural and historical phenomena that remnant from Safavid Empire . This famous masterpiece of Iranian architecture, situated on the eastern side of Naqsh-e Jahan Square on opposite side of Royal Palace of Ali Qapu in Isfahan, Iran .

Monar-Jonban (Shaking Minarets)

Monar Jonban (by Literally means shaking minarets) is one of the most famous historical monuments of Isfahan for its wonderful architecture . This mysterious place is more than a masterpiece . What makes this building a wonder is High architectural knowledge of its architects that  reflected in the structure of the minarets  

Imam Mosque (Shah Mosque in Isfahan)

Imam Mosque (Shah Mosque) is considered as one of the most important historical Mosques in Isfahan, which was built during the Safavid era under the rule of Shah Abbas the Safavid King. It is also the most important display of Persian architecture in Islamic era.

Hasht Behesht Palace

Isfahan, which is known as half of the world, with its historical monuments and pristine and beautiful nature, has always been memorable for Iranians. This city arouses the admiration of everyone and it is impossible to return unsatisfied on a trip to Isfahan.

Isfahan Jameh Mosque

Isfahan Jameh Mosque or Friday Mosque of Isfahan is one of the most prominent architectural works of Iran and the world. Its various parts have been constructed in different historical periods, therefor the present collection, is like a huge museum that represents the evolution of Iranian architecture in the Islamic period and even before. 

Chaharbagh School

Chaharbagh School, which is also called Soltani or Madarshah School, is the last magnificent historical monument, which was built to teach students of religious sciences in Safavid era (1704 to 1714) during the reign of King Sultan Hussein.

Ali Qapu Palace

Ali Qapu is a grand palace in the western part of Naqsh-e Jahan Square and is located in front of the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Isfahan province. This palace was in fact the residence of Shah Abbas Safavid.

stone double-deck arch bridge ( a si o se pol)

In Isfahan there is a long river is called Zayanderud (is the largest river of the Iranian plateau in central Iran ) has 11 bridge on it . si o se pol or Siose Bridge or “Bridge of 33 Arches” or Allah-Verdi Khan Bridge is one of the most famous and longest  bridge on Zayanderud due to its size, central location and prominent architecture.

This bridge (designed in  Safavid era ) is one of the most famous examples of bridge design of that era .

Khaju Bridge

Pole Khaju or Kahju Bridge in Isfahan is located in the east of Sio-se-pol and in terms of strength, symmetry and architectural style, it is one of the unique bridges in Iran. This bridge was considered as one of the most beautiful bridges in the world in the Safavid era and is more famous than other Zayandeh Rood bridges due to its architecture and tiled decorations.

Chehel Sotoon

Isfahan is a historical city in the central of Iran. There are several monuments in the city, some of which are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city is famous for its beautiful Iranian architecture, covered stairs, mosques and unique minarets. This has caused Isfahan to be called half of the world in popular culture.

Qeysarie bazaar (Grand bazar of Isfahan)

Qeysarie bazaar is the most vibrant bazaar to date in Iran and is the best place for buying souvenirs.Grand bazaar also known as : Qeysarie bazaar , Soltani bazaar, Isfahan Bazaar , Bazaar-e Bozorg or Naghsh-e Jahan Bazaar .

Isfahan Fire Temple

Isfahan Fire Temple is one of the 3 surviving and old works in Isfahan province. Isfahan Fire Temple is one of the relics of ancient Iran that has been attributed to the Sassanid era. This magnificent and old building is one of the attractions of domestic and foreign tourists who travel to this province.

Touristic Monuments of Isfahan

Isfahan, the third largest city of Iran and the third most populated city of Iran, is the capital of province with the same name, Isfahan. This city used to be the capital of Iran between 1050 and 1722 AD, especially in the 16th century AD during the Safavid kingdom. There are several monuments in the city, some of which are registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Sheikh Baha'i bath

One of amazing architectural and civil engineering works in history of Iran is a bath in Isfahan, built by a scientist named Sheykh Bahai. This bath is a wonderful result of efforts of Iranians in science and engineering. The feature that makes this bath unique is its heating system.

Saeb Tabrizi 's Tomb

Mirza Muhammad Ali Saeb Tabrizi, (shortly called and famous in Saeb) who was living in Iran about 400 years ago in Safavid era, was a Persian poet, calligrapher, philosopher and literalist. He was born in Tabriz, and immigrated to city Isfahan by order of the king of his time, Shah Abbas.