The most beautiful sights in Esfahan
What to see and visit in Esfahan
Esfahan (or Isfahan) offers a number of beautiful sights: magnificent mosques, a large square, but also picturesque historic bridges and even the Armenian Cathedral. Let's take a look at the most interesting sights you can see in Esfahan
Imam's mosque
The most beautiful mosque in Iran
The most beautiful building in Esfahan and the largest dominant of the vast Imam Square is the Imam Mosque (originally Shah). Very beautiful is the entrance with two high minarets. The entrance to the mosque is only very opportune for tourists and for a limited time continue reading
Khayu Bridge
The most beautiful bridge in Iran
There are several beautiful bridges in Esfahan. The most famous of these is the Khayu Bridge, considered the most beautiful bridge in Iran. It is truly a masterpiece and it is not for nothing that almost every tourist who visits Esfahan will come here. continue reading
At Naqsh-e Jahan Square
The most beautiful square in Iran
As soon as you enter Naqsh-e Jahan Square, you will be greeted by its vastness and regular regularity. In the middle is a huge swimming pool with fountains and in the middle of each side there is a monumental building. continue reading
Jameh Mosque
The second most important mosque in Esfahan
Jameh Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Iran. Not only for this reason, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, unlike the more famous Immam Mosque, it is far from monumental. In any case, it is still worth a visit continue reading
Most Si-o-se Pol
The longest bridge in Esfahan
Esfahan is famous not only for its mosques, but also for several beautiful bridges. The longest of them is Si-o-se Polu – a bridge of thirty arches, which measures almost three hundred meters. continue reading
Sabzeh Square
The second most important square in Esfahan
Sabzeh Square is considered the second most famous square in Esfahan. The whole is surrounded by shops and there are a number of fountains that cool the dry and hot air at least a little. The square is very quiet – no cars. It belongs to a very large square continue reading
Vank Cathedral
The most important monument in the Armenian Quarter
Of all the major historical sites of Esfahan, the Armenian Quarter is the furthest from the center. It is located almost at the southern end of the city. Its center is the interesting cathedral Vank. It is famous for its beautiful frescoes, so if it is open, don't hesitate to enter continue reading
Qlī Qāpū Palace
The largest palace in Esfahan
In the western part of the square stands the large Ālī Qāpū Palace. It was the magnificent residence of the Persian emperors of the Safavid dynasty. The palace has six floors continue reading
Grand Bazaar in Esfahan
The largest bazaar in Esfahan
Bozorg Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest bazaars in all of Iran. It specializes mainly in the sale of carpets. The entrance to the endless corridors is just behind Ali's mosque. continue reading
Hasht Behesht Palace
Shah's Palace in a picturesque park
The most important monument in Hasht Behesht Park is the palace of the same name, which served as a private residence for the Shahs of the Safavid dynasty. continue reading
Joubi Bridge
One of the three historic bridges in Esfahan
Joubi Bridge is one of the three historic bridges in Esfahan. Compared to others, however, it is not so impressive, but it is still worth a visit continue reading
