The article details the sights of Isfahan. Let's look at the most famous architectural monuments, as well as other beautiful buildings. We study the description of the attractions, briefly consider their history. In addition, photographs will be presented for clarity.
Sheikh Lutfalla Mosque. History, Description
Let's start describing the sights from the Lutfalla mosque. What is this structure? It is located in the eastern part of Imam Square in Isfahan. The mosque is an architectural monument of the first half of the ninth century. This building was built by order of Abbas I. Its architect is Mohammad Reza Isfahani. Almost eighteen years the work on this project lasted. The mosque has one unique feature - it is the figure of a peacock. It is located in the center of the dome. If you stand at the entrance to the inner hall, you can see how the peacock's tail flickers in the sunlight that penetrates through the holes in the ceiling.
In the prayer hall, the walls are covered with yellow, white, turquoise and blue tiles with intricate inscriptions. Quranic scriptures are placed in every corner. In the west and east, verses are engraved on the walls.
Thousands of tourists come to visit the shrine annually. They are struck by the appearance of the mosque, as well as its interior.
Imam Mosque. The largest in the city
The next attraction of Isfahan is the Imam Mosque. It is located on the eponymous square. Inside the building is decorated with mosaics, ornaments, prints and drawings. The doors to the mosque are covered with gold and silver. The total area of this attraction is 20,000 square meters. The height of the main dome is 52 meters, the minaret is slightly smaller - 42 meters.
The dome consists of two layers inside, the distance between them is about 30 meters. The construction of a mosque in the city of Isfahan took as much as 30 years. This building is considered the tallest in the city. The mosque has created a special unique acoustics, thanks to the structure of the dome and the construction of the walls here, a human whisper can be disassembled for tens of meters. Every year, pilgrims come here from different countries.
Chehel Sotun. History and description of the palace
Chehel Sotun (Palace of the Forty Columns) is the former residence of the Shah. It is located in the middle of the park. UNESCO recognized the palace as a monument of architecture.
In the seventeenth century, the building was built as directed by Abbas II. In the palace he received diplomats, ambassadors, arranged receptions. The name Chehel Sotun is translated as “forty columns”, but in reality there are only 20 of them in the palace. The rest draws a reflection in the water.
This palace is famous for its frescoes. Drawings depict hunting, everyday life and major battles. In the halls you can see paintings with portraits of the Isfahan aristocracy and foreign ambassadors. The palace has a rich collection of porcelain, carpets and ceramics, all of these exhibits date back to the Safavids.
Hajj bridge
What other attractions are there in Isfahan? Hajj Bridge It was built on the Zayanda River in 1650 and is one of the most beautiful of the famous in the world. It was erected on the foundation of the old. The new is 105 meters long and fourteen meters wide. The bridge has 23 arches. There are special locks under it, designed to adjust the water level.
The bridge is four-story, consists of 51 pavilions. In its central part there are two octagonal pavilions, which are decorated with wall patterns and ceramic paintings. These rooms are intended for recreation of the court and the royal family.
The bridge is the main attraction of the country, as well as a masterpiece of world architecture.
Juma Cathedral Mosque. History and Description
Another attraction in Esfahan is the Juma Mosque. She is the most famous and oldest in the country. Due to its uniqueness and antiquity, it was inscribed on the World Heritage List.
The first cathedral mosque was built in 771, but its architecture has not been preserved to our time. Over the centuries, the mosque has changed a lot under the influence of various architectural styles. Now this attraction is a monument to the evolution of Iranian architecture. In 1087, two brick towers and a dome were added to the building.
The building was decorated with quotes from the Koran, ornaments, patterns of colored tiles. In the courtyard of the mosque are swimming pools with clean water.
Currently, this attraction is known to many in Isfahan, so some tourists go to the city to see this mosque.
Ali Kapu Palace
The massive palace is located on Imam Khomeini Square. Its height is 42 meters. At the beginning of the seventeenth century, a six-story palace was built with a wide terrace.
On the walls of the reception hall in the palace you can see gilded patterns with algae, fish and starfish. The music room is decorated with carved silhouettes of vessels and vases. A similar design was also used to amplify the acoustics.
Bazaar Bozorg
This bazaar is more than a thousand years old. The assortment presented on it amazes tourists. It is advisable to come to this bazaar at about 10 o’clock. After 12:00, the activity of sellers decreases, they slowly close the shops. Their behavior can be considered normal, as it is incredibly hot here during the day. Traders treat visitors for free with tea.
Carpets are presented at this bazaar in Esfahan; here you can see a variety of their options. On average, one copy can be purchased for $ 120. Although, of course, you will be offered a higher cost, but you can bargain.
Also in the bazaar there is isfahansky dishes, it is worthy of the attention of every tourist. It is made of copper, after which it is decorated, enameled. You can buy your favorite item for an average of $ 40.