Isfahan - Wikipedia
WEBIsfahan (Persian: اصفهان, romanized: Esfahân [esfæˈhɒːn] ⓘ; also rendered as Ispahan or Esfahan) is a major city in the Central District of Isfahan County, Isfahan province, Iran. It is the capital of the province, the county, and the district. It is located 440 kilometres (270 miles) south of Tehran.
Esfahan | History, Art, Population, & Map | Britannica
WEB4 days ago · Esfahan, capital of Esfahan province, major city of western Iran, and one of the most important architectural centers in the Islamic world. The city first thrived under the Seljuq Turks and later under the Safavids, especially as the capital of Abbas I the Great.
Esfahan travel - Lonely Planet | Iran, Middle East
WEBEsfahan is Iran’s top tourist destination for good reason. Its profusion of tree-lined boulevards, Persian gardens and important Islamic buildings gives it a visual appeal unmatched by any other Iranian city, and the many artisans working here underpin its reputation as a living museum of traditional culture.
Isfahan – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBIsfahan (Persian: اصفهان, also known as Esfahan) is a city in central Iran, south of Tehran and is the capital of Isfahan Province. Due to its beautiful hand-painted tiling and magnificent public square, it is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Meidan Emam, Esfahan - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
WEBThe Meidan Emam is a public urban square in the centre of Esfahan, a city located on the main north-south and east-west routes crossing central Iran. It is one of the largest city squares in the world and an outstanding example of Iranian and Islamic architecture.
Isfahan: Iran’s Hidden Jewel - Smithsonian Magazine
WEBIsfahan: Iran’s Hidden Jewel. Once the dazzling capital of ancient Persia,Isfahan fell victim to neglect, but a new generation hopes to restore its lost luster. Andrew Lawler. Correspondent....
The Top 10 Things To Do And See In Esfahan - Culture Trip
WEBMay 14, 2020 · 1. Imam Mosque. Naqsh-e Jahan Square (also known as Imam Square) is the overwhelmingly impressive central attraction of Esfahan, which features a number of architectural wonders. At the southern edge of the square, which stretches over half a kilometre in length, is the Imam Mosque (or Shah Mosque).
Eṣfahān - Historic City, Cultural Hub, Persian Jewel | Britannica
WEBEṣfahān - Historic City, Cultural Hub, Persian Jewel: Eṣfahān’s rich history and cultural heritage make it an attractive tourist destination. The city is famous for its handicrafts, such as silverware, copper work, woodwork, brass work, and pottery. The old art of tile making has been successfully revived in order to repair the ancient monuments.
Isfahan | Silk Roads Programme - UNESCO
WEBIsfahan | Silk Roads Programme. ©UNESCO. Isfahan was once one of the largest and most important cities in Central Asia, positioned as it is on the crossroads of the main north-south and east-west trade routes that cross Central Asia.
Eṣfahān summary | Britannica
WEBEṣfahān , or Iṣfahān, City (pop., 2007 est.: 1,628,000), west-central Iran. An ancient Median town, it was known as Aspadana. It was a major city in the 11th–12th century under the Seljūq Turks and during the Ṣafavid dynasty of Iran (16th–18th century).
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