Isfahan

Isfahan, one of the most beautiful and historical cities in Iran, is known as “half of the world” due to its magnificent architecture, historic bridges, mosques and magnificent palaces. This city, which is located in the heart of Iran, is one of the most popular domestic and foreign tourist destinations with the combination of art, culture and history. In the following, I introduce the most important tourist attractions and related information:

1. Naqsh Jahan Square (Imam Square)
– History: Naqsh Jahan Square was built during the Safavid era and is one of the largest and most beautiful squares in the world.
– Features: This square is surrounded by a series of historical buildings, including Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Ali Qapu Palace and Qaisarieh Bazaar. Naqsh Jahan Square, as a masterpiece of Safavid architecture, is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

2. Imam Mosque
– History: This mosque was built during the Safavid era by the order of Shah Abbas the Great.
Features: The Imam Mosque with its turquoise dome, tall minarets and stunning tiling is considered one of the most beautiful mosques in Iran and the world. The reflection of natural sound in this mosque is one of its interesting features that attracts tourists.

3. Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
– History: This beautiful mosque was also built during the reign of Shah Abbas I.
– Characteristics: Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque is famous for its unique design, lack of minaret and its beautiful turquoise dome. Tile works and natural lighting inside the mosque are among its other attractions.

4. Ali Qapo Palace
– History: This palace was built during the Shah Abbas era as the seat of the Safavid government.
– Features: Aali Qapo with its magnificent architecture, includes a large porch with huge columns and a music hall with special sound decorations, which refers to the beauty of Iranian art in that era. This palace offers tourists a wonderful view of Naqsh Jahan Square.

5. Paul Khajo
– History: Khajo Bridge was built during the Safavid era and is one of the most famous historical bridges in Isfahan.

– Features: This beautiful bridge is located on the Zayanderoud river and with its tile decorations and unique structure, it is a place for people to walk and spend their free time. Also, this bridge is known as one of the cultural and social symbols of Isfahan.

6. Si o se Pol (Allah Vardi Khan Bridge)
– History: This bridge was also built during the Safavid era and is one of the longest bridges in Iran with 33 arches.
– Features: Si o se Pol, one of the architectural and engineering masterpieces of the Safavid period, was built on the Generative and, in addition to the tasks performed in passing and reviewing, it was also a place for various celebrations and ceremonies.

8. Wank Church
– History: Venk Church was built by the Armenian immigrants in the Safavid period in Jolfa neighborhood of Isfahan.
– Features: This church with its beautiful dome, wall paintings and stunning architecture is one of the most prominent Armenian churches in Iran. Inside the church, religious paintings with vivid colors and golden decorations depict scenes from the Bible.

7. Chehelston Palace
– History: Chehelston Palace was built during the Safavid era by the order of Shah Abbas II.
– Features: This palace is located in the middle of a beautiful garden and has a porch with 20 columns, whose reflection in the large pool in front of the palace creates unique views of 40 columns. The wall paintings inside the palace depict historical stories and war scenes.

9. Menarjonban
– History: This building was built in the 14th century.
– Features: Menarjonban is one of the strangest historical buildings in Isfahan. This building has two minarets, and when one of them is shaken, the other also vibrates simultaneously. This phenomenon of old architecture and engineering attracts the attention of many tourists.

10. Mount Safeh
– Experience: Safeh Mountain is one of the popular natural places in Isfahan, which is used for walking, climbing and watching city scenery.
– Features: Sefeh mountain cable car and the entertainment complexes available in it offer a great atmosphere to spend a happy and pleasant day with family or friends.

11. Isfahan Bazaar
– History: Isfahan Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest and largest markets in Iran, dating back to the Safavieh era.
– Features: This Bazaar with many shops is a good place to buy handicrafts of Isfahan such as enameling, inlaying, calligraphy, carpets and traditional fabrics. In addition to shopping, this market is a place to learn more about the culture and history of Isfahan.v

12. Chaharbagh School (Sultani School)
– History: This school was built at the end of the Safavieh period.
– Features: Chaharbagh school is one of the masterpieces of Islamic architecture with its beautiful architecture and turquoise and gold tiles. This building was used as a school of religious sciences and now it has become one of the tourist attractions of Isfahan.

13. Hashtbehesht Palace
– History: This palace was built during the Safavieh era as a residence for the royal family.
– Features: Hasht Behesht Palace with its beautiful gardens and pleasant mansion are examples of Iranian gardens. This palace has halls and rooms decorated with mirror work and delicate paintings.

14. Local dishes of Isfahan
– Famous foods: Isfahan is famous for its delicious traditional foods such as “Biryani”, ” Yogurt Stew”, “Kale Josh” and “Dogh and Goshfil”. Biryani is one of the most famous dishes of this city, which is usually served with Sangak bread.

15. Travel season to Isfahan
– The best time: The best time to travel to Isfahan is spring and autumn. In these seasons, the weather is moderate and suitable for visiting tourist attractions.May is the best time to visit the gardens and natural landscapes of Isfahan with the blooming of flowers and pleasant weather.

With a combination of history, art and nature, Isfahan is one of the richest and most beautiful cities in Iran, where every corner has a story to tell.