Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #2 in Shiraz, Iran
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Experience Shiraz in Iran in a whole new way with our free self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Individual Sights in ShirazSight 1: Tomb of Sheikh Abu Zare
The tomb of Sheikh Abi Zar'a belongs to the Safavid period and is located in Shiraz, on the western side of Ghadir Square, and this work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on October 11, 1999 with the registration number 2456.
Sight 2: مسجد امامزاده ابوطالب
The Imamzadeh of Abu Talib is related to the Qajar-Pahlavi period and is located in Shiraz, Lotf Ali Khan Zand Street, the alley behind Narjestan, and this work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on February 12, 2002 with the registration number 4723.
Sight 3: Ghavam House
Divankhaneh Mansion is one of the historical mansions of Shiraz. This mansion is located around the Arg of Karim Khan and in the past it was known as the "Divankhaneh Mansion of Karim Khan Zand". The Divan Khaneh Mansion consists of a large hall with two wooden columns at its entrance, although in the past, instead of these two wooden columns, there were two stone columns that were transferred to Tehran by Agha Mohammad Khan Qajar.
Sight 4: Naranjestan-e Qavam Garden
Qavam House is a traditional and historical house and garden in Shiraz, Iran, built between 1879 and 1886.
Sight 5: مسجد امامزاده زنجیری
Jalal al-Din ibn Ali Zayn al-Abedin, known as Sayyid al-Haramain and Imamzadeh Zanjiri, is located in Shiraz, the neighborhood of Goud Araban, and next to the Nasir al-Mulk Mosque.
Sight 6: Nasir al-Molk House
Nasir al-Molk's house belongs to the Qajar period and is located in Shiraz, at the end of Lotf Ali Khan Zand Street, and this work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on May 20, 1975 with the registration number 1068. The Qajar Museum of Shiraz is located in this house and contains the remains of the Qajar period. These works include a variety of engraved porcelain bowls, lacquer boxes, calligraphic patches, traditional clothing, mirror frames, book covers, and metal utensils, etc. are included.
Sight 7: Nazar Ali Khan Hammam
Nazar Ali Khan Bath belongs to the Qajar period and is located in Shiraz, the old neighborhood of Ishaq Bey, Shahid Akbar Munshi Alley, and this work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on March 15, 2001 with the registration number 3404.
Sight 8: Adineh Khan Mosque
Adineh Khan Mosque belongs to the Qajar period and is located in Shiraz, Karim Khan Zand Street, Elephant Bazaar, and this work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on July 30, 2002 with the registration number 6041.
Sight 9: Tavakoli Hammam
The Tavakoli Bath belongs to the Qajar-Pahlavi period and is located in Shiraz, Lotf Ali Khan Zand Street, in front of the Tomb of Noor, and this work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on October 24, 2003 with the registration number 10498.
Sight 10: Tomb of Muhammad ibn Musa al-Kazim
The tomb of Mohammad ibn Musa Kazem, known in Shiraz as the Imamzadeh of Seyyed Mir Mohammad and Astan Mohammadi, is the tomb of Seyyed Mir Mohammad, the son of Musa ibn Ja'far, located in the Ahmadi courtyard of Shah Cheragh Shrine in Shiraz. This shrine is located in the eastern part of the shrine of Ahmad ibn Musa. On the left side of his tomb is the tomb of Abraham, his son.
Sight 11: Atiq Jameh Mosque
Jameh Mosque of Atigh is a 9th-century mosque in Shiraz, the capital of Fars Province, Iran, Atigh Jameh mosque the oldest mosque of Shiraz was built in celebration of the conquest of Shiraz by Saffarid Amroleiss in the year 276 AH and was completed in 281 AH. It has been restored many times. The height of the building and its various nocturnal areas (Shabestans) with beautiful tile work on the ceilings, gives a unique charm to this place. It is located in the east of Shah Cheragh Shrine. The entrance door of Shah Cheragh is on the west side of the mosque. undefined Atiq Jame Mosque of Shiraz has been renovated several times. Nodbeh Wall and Khodaye Khane are some of the attractions of this mosque. Additionally, the dome of the north Iwan and the hypostyle columns are so attracting. In the southern part of this mosque, there is a wall called “Nodbeh”. It differentiates from other walls with a picture of colorful cedar on it. It is believed that on the night of Miraj, Boragh /Buraqpassed from this (Nodbeh) Wall. There is an Iwan and Shabestan. Shabestan is an underground space that can be usually found in the traditional architecture of mosques, houses, and schools in ancient Iran. These spaces were usually used during summers and could be ventilated by windcatchers and qanats. North side is also known as “Imam Gate”. North gate is decorated with Mogharnas tiles.
Sight 12: Shah Cheragh Holy Shrine
Shah Cheragh is a 12th century funerary monument and religious complex located in Shiraz, Iran. It is centred around the mausoleum of Sayyid Ahmad, the son of Musa al-Kazim, who is known as Shah Cheragh in local traditions, and hence the building is named as such. The site is the 363rd national monument of Iran.
Sight 13: New Mosque
The "New Jameh Mosque" or "Atabak Mosque", known as the "New Mosque", is the second mosque in Shiraz from the point of view of historical value. The first mosque in Shiraz from the point of view of historical value is the Atiq Jameh Mosque and the third mosque from this point of view is the Vakil Mosque. The New Mosque with an area of 20,000 square meters is the largest mosque in Iran. In the past years, the New Mosque has become a place for Friday prayers in Shiraz, and the headquarters for holding Friday prayers has reduced the size of this mosque by building buildings and shops and renting them. Also, by building a metal roof on its spacious area, it caused severe damage to its historical texture. The New Mosque is related to Atabakan and is located in Shah Cheragh Square, in front of the tomb of Shah Cheragh. This work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on January 5, 1932 with the registration number 73.
Sight 14: Manteghi Nejad Historical House
Manteghinejad's house belongs to the Qajar period and is located in Shiraz, Ahmadi Street, the alley behind the New Mosque, and this work was registered as one of the national monuments of Iran on May 8, 1973 with the registration number 1490. This spectacular house, which now houses the Museum of Islamic Art, is located in the old quarter of this historic city. The interior decorations of the house include wooden windows with stained glass, carved arches, and beautiful stuccoes. In the southern part of this historical mansion, there is a royal residence with spectacular mirror work, and in this part of the building, there are beautiful wind towers and paintings on the ceiling such as flower and bush designs, women's faces, and pictures of European palaces. The eastern and western parts of the building have numerous rooms as well as beautiful interiors. In the house of Manteghinejad, one of the most impressive mirror houses in Iran can be seen, which invites many audiences to see it every year. The Manteghinejad Mansion in Shiraz, which is also known as the House of Art, was renovated and renovated in 2004 and turned into a music museum in 2005.
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