The article details the sights of Isfahan. Let's look at the most famous architectural monuments, as well as other beautiful buildings. We will study the description of the sights, 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 building? It is located in the eastern part of the 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 of 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. There are Qur'anic scriptures in each corner. in the west andeast, the walls are engraved with poems.
Thousands of tourists come to visit the shrine every year. They are amazed 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 in the square of the same name. Inside the building is decorated with mosaics, ornaments, ligatures and drawings. The doors of 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 inside of the dome consists of two layers, the distance between them is about 30 meters. The construction of the mosque in the city of Isfahan took 30 years. This building is considered the tallest in the city. A special unique acoustics has been created in the mosque, thanks to the structure of the dome and the structure of the walls, a human whisper can be heard here for tens of meters. Every year pilgrims come here from different countries.
Chehel sotun. History and description of the palace
Chehel Sotun (Palace of Forty Columns) is the former residence of the Shah. It is located in the middle of the park. UNESCO recognized the palace as an architectural monument.
In the seventeenth century, the building was built at the direction of Abbas II. In the palace, he received diplomats, ambassadors, arranged receptions. The name "Chehel sotun" is translated as "forty columns", but in fact there are only 20 of them in the palace. The rest is completed by the reflection in the water.
This palace is famous for its frescoes. The drawings depict hunting, everyday life andbig 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 which belong to the Safavid era.
Haju Bridge
What other places of interest are there in Isfahan? Khaju Bridge. It was built on the Zayande River in 1650 and is one of the most beautiful known in the world. It was erected on the foundation of the old one. The new one is 105 meters long and 14 meters wide. The bridge has 23 arches. There are special locks under it designed to adjust the water level.
The bridge is a four-story, consists of 51 pavilions. In its central part there are two octagonal pavilions, which are decorated with wall patterns and ceramic drawings. These rooms are intended for the rest of the courtiers and the royal family.
The bridge is the main attraction of the country, as well as a masterpiece of world architecture.
Cathedral Mosque of Juma. History and Description
Another attraction in Isfahan is the Juma Mosque. It is the most famous and oldest in the country. Due to its uniqueness and antiquity, it was included in the World Cultural Heritage List.
The first cathedral mosque was built in 771, but its architecture has not survived 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 ktwo brick towers and a dome were added to the building.
The building was decorated with quotes from the Koran, ornaments, patterns of colored tiles. There are clean water pools in the courtyard of the mosque.
This attraction in Isfahan is now known to many, 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 with a wide terrace was built.
On the walls of the reception hall in the palace, you can see gilded patterns with algae, fish and starfish. The music hall is decorated with carved silhouettes of vessels and vases. A similar design was also used to enhance the acoustics.
Bozorg Bazaar
This bazaar is over a thousand years old. The assortment presented on it amazes tourists. It is advisable to come to this market at about 10 o'clock. After 12:00, the activity of sellers decreases, they slowly close the shops. Their behavior can be considered the norm, as it is incredibly hot here during the day. Traders treat visitors to free tea.
Carpets are presented at this bazaar in Isfahan, you can see a variety of their options here. On average, one copy can be purchased for $120. Although, of course, you will be offered a higher price, but you can bargain.
Also, there is Isfahan tableware in the bazaar, it is worthy of the attention of every tourist. They make it from copper, after which they decorate it, cover it with enamel. Canbuy an item you like for an average of $40.
