Naqsh-e Jahan square
The main tourist spot of Isfahan is Naqsh-e Jahan Square or Imam Meidan. Also, It is a world heritage UNESCO site. To clarify, the meaning of this square is “the Image of World” in Persian. Therefore, It’s impossible to travel to Iran, especially Isfahan, and not visit this square. There are four sites around it, and together make up a considerable complex to explore.
Naqshe-e Jahan Square (Imam Square)
History of Square
Shah Abbas Safavi built Imam Square/ Meidan in 1598 and 1629. further, then he decided to move his capital from Qazvin city to Isfahan. So, he thought Isfahan was the more secure and convenient place. Imam Square was designed to create a place to hold national events. The architect of this project was Shaykh Bahai. Consequently, as it was the main center for important political strategy, the square is surrounded by several buildings.
Sheykh Lotf Allah mosque
Naqsh-e Jahan Square: What to Do there?
There are four amazing structures around it to visit. However, the square itself is an attraction. Furthermore, Imam Meidan is filled with fountains and green lawns, souvenir shops, and ice cream places. interestingly, you can take horse riding to visit the square or walk around it and enjoy it. in addition, here it is a place to take amazing photos too.
Above all, when you enjoy the square, it is time to visit the sites around it. We suggest you start from Sheykh Lotf Allah Mosque and its dazzling beauty of tiles. It was a private and luxurious place of worship for Shah Abbas I and the women of his court.
The beauty of Sheikh Lotf Allah mosque
The next one is Imam Mosque. However, Imam Mosque is the best example of a thousand-year tradition in building mosques. However, the mosque comprises the main dome, two prayer halls, four porches, and four minarets.
Imam Mosque
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One of the most amazing things people do in the square is drink tea and sweets. Especially in autumn and winter, tourists and people get along together or sit around on the public bench and enjoy Iranian tea. However, the square is an excellent place for walking; some people even describe it as the Hollywood Walk of Fame! As the name – Naqsh-e Jahan square – implies, it means Reflection of the World.
Different Mosques in One Single Spot!
One more point, for visitors and tourists who enjoy Islamic architecture – especially mosques- this is good news that there are many different mosques around the square. Don’t forget to get your camera ready to take some pictures. The most beautiful one, Shah Mosque, aka Abbasi Great Mosque, is also located here.
Most of the mosques date back to the Safavid period. Hence the mosques are somewhat called “Safavid Mosques“. You will find “Blue Mosque” there, as well. Don’t get confused, and there are several blue mosques in Iran and other parts of the world, such as Istanbul in Turkey. However, each of them benefits from its unique features.
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