Tag: Isfahan

Isfahan Accommodations

Isfahan Accommodations This city had been the capital city of Iran during the Safavid Period. Therefore, there are many unique and beautiful buildings in this city. The Zayandeh Rud River also has added to its beauty. Most Accommodations exist on the side of this river. Isfahan has 5-star luxury hotels and also the only 5-star historic hotel inside the historic district of the city. However, there are also budget hotels…

Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque

The construction of the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque was started in 1603 and was finished sixteen years later. The monument was built in the Safavid dynasty and is a masterpiece of Islamic and Persian architecture and tile work. This place is located in Naghsh-e Jahan Square along with buildings such as Ali Qapu and Shah Mosque. The rays of sunlight which comes from outside the building catch every eye. It is…

Isfahan

"Half the world" is the nickname of this city. The monuments from the Safavid period are the main attractions of this city. Iran is said to be the birthplace of Polo. An old square called Naqsh-e Jahan which was originally a polo field exits at the heart of the city. Shah Abbas was the king who ordered to build this city. Around this square, you can see beautiful monuments like…

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