GRAND BAZAAR OF ISFAHAN

The old bazaar of Isfahan dates back to the 11th century during the Seljuk era. The Grand Bazaar, which was added in the 16^th century, was built on the southwest wing of Jami’ Musjid. It comprises almost 5km of shopping streets with many arches and corridors. In the past, this bazaar was the centre of the city and it was also a meeting point for the locals. Of all the bazaars in Iran, none can compare in size to the Grand Bazaar of Isfahan.

KASHAN BAZAAR

One of the entrances to the bazaar Kashan’s historic bazaar is one of the best in Iran. Described as being ‘large enough to surprise but not to get lost in’, it stocks a variety of goods ranging from traditional to modern. Amazingly, the site has been the centre of...

ABYANEH VILLAGE

Homes in Abyaneh The picturesque village of Abyaneh sits at the foot of Karkass Mountain, 70km south-east of Kashan in the province of Isfahan. The village is believed to be around 1500 years old making it one of the oldest surviving villages in the country. Abyaneh...

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF IRAN

Interior of the Museum The institution which is around 70 years old contains approximately 300 000 artefacts. It is the largest in the country and also one of the few prestigious museums of the world with regard to grand volume, diversity and quality of its artefacts....