Zandiyeh Complex in Shiraz
Zandiyeh complex in Shiraz including some of the main sites such as, Arg-e Karim Khan, Vakil Bazaar, Vakil Hammam and Vakil Mosque. However, all of the mentioned sites come back to Zandiyeh Dynasty. So, through this article, let’s explore this amazing complex with the HashtagIran Tour operator.
Shiraz, the city of sealed secrets, a city bonded with the history of Iran, a city where the traces of history ripple around it. Shiraz Zandieh complex is one of the most important examples of Iranian historical monuments that have added to Shiraz’s reputation in the world. This spectacular complex of Shiraz has provided a suitable space for visitors and tourists touring Shiraz with its unique works and architecture in different regions and sections that are connected on foot.
Zandiyeh complex in Shiraz- A tourist gesture in the citadel
Arg-e Karim Khan/ Karim Khan Citadel
Through the Zandiyeh complex in Shiraz, When you walk outside of Kaim Khan Citadel, there are the long walls of the castle. Also, this wall is crenellations inspired by the ancient city of Persepolis. The design of the citadel combines military and residential architecture, for it was the home of Karim Khan and the military center of the dynasty.
So, we enter the citadel but you have to cross an octagonal shape saloon. In addition, this saloon with some small platforms is in fact for protecting the privacy of the king’s family and to take a short rest for those who came to visit the king.
Consequently, we have permission to visit the king! we enter into a beautiful Persian garden. you can see the elements of a typical Persian garden such as porches, ponds with nice and delicate designs, high roofs with monolithic stone, and wooded pillars. therefore, there are decorations of golden floral motifs exactly inside the rooms.
This Citadel had a bathroom for the residents. If you look around, you can see also a small windcatcher above the pond in front of the pavilion on top of the roof.
Zandiyeh complex in Shiraz- Karim Khan Citadel
Zandiyeh complex in Shiraz: Vakil Bath (Vakil Hammam)
During his rule (1172-1193), Karim Khan Zand built many mansions in the beautiful city of Shiraz and built them from the best and most urban lands of his time. Buildings such as baths, mosques, and bazaars are known as the vakil complex. Vakil Bath in Shiraz is one of the buildings of the Zandieh complex, which was built in 1187 AH on the orders and follow-up of Karim Khan.
This ancient monument has exemplary grandeur and grandeur, which is also seen in other historical and ancient baths. The architectural style, arrays, and decorative motifs used in it are also recognized as an example of the important, astonishing, and admirable buildings of the Zandieh government.
It is a public bath for almost all the people of Shiraz. I think this Hammam has a lot of stories to tell. therefore, when you enter this bath, you can see different occupations that are shown using statues and clothed in those distinct jobs. This place gives you a taste of the culture and history of Shiraz, Iran. also,
Zandiyeh complex, Vakil Bath
Zandiyeh complex in Shiraz: Vakil Mosque
According to studies conducted by architects and archaeologists, the dimensions of the mosque from the outer part have a length of 120 meters and a width of more than 80 meters. Also, the area of the section related to the mosque is estimated to be 9,600 square meters. The admirable and beautiful architecture carried out in the construction and construction of the Vakil Mosque in Shiraz is an example of ancient Iranian architecture that you will find a remarkable and tangible harmony between the beauty in this world and the religious and religious culture of the people of that era.
Zandiyeh complex, Vakil Mosque
Of course, we should not neglect the simplicity of the images and architectural lines used in its design and beautification. With a variety of beautiful colors and pugs on the walls and different parts of this vast mosque, we will be faced with an incredibly eye-catching collection. A collection that, according to Pirlotti’s description in a travelogue to Isfahan, is likened to a palace of lampricides and turquoise fam.
In the northern part of the Vakil Mosque in Shiraz, the pearl arch is made up of two tiled flowers with an altitude of 20 meters and an open width of more than 12 meters.
Zandiyeh complex in Shiraz: Vakil Bazaar
Vakil Bazaar in Shiraz is one of the most historic markets in Iran. It is close to many tourist attractions. The best place to buy handmade carpets and souvenirs. Vakil Bazaar, a survivor of the Zandieh era, is a full-length mirror of the splendor of the dynasty’s rule. The construction of Vakil Bazaar returns to a time when Karim Khan Zand ordered the construction of a market architecturally similar to the Lar market during his visit to Lar city and visiting its bazaar.
Zandiyeh complex, Vakil Bazaar
Karim Khan’s goal in building a Vakil market was to create a place for trading, dealing, and even trustworthiness in a way that people would leave their belongings to the trustees and take them back when necessary. It is interesting to know that the construction of this magnificent building lasted 21 years.
Vakil Bazaar, a survivor of the Zandieh era, is a full-length mirror of the splendor of the dynasty’s rule. The construction of Vakil Bazaar returns to a time when Karim Khan Zand ordered the construction of a market architecturally similar to the Lar market during his visit to Lar city and visiting its bazaar. Karim Khan’s goal in building a Vakil market was to create a place for trading, dealing, and even trustworthiness in a way that people would leave their belongings to the trustees and take them back when necessary.
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