the viewing deck: Isfahan last part; Afternoon Walk to Nearby Tourist Spots

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Isfahan last part; Afternoon Walk to Nearby Tourist Spots

7 Days Solo Backpacking Winter Iran via Persian Gulf

November 08 to November 14, 2015

Isfahan 1st part; Inside the Naqsh-e Jahan Square

Si-o-seh pol Bridge, also known as Allāhverdi Khan Bridge, “The bridge of thirty-three spans” is one of the eleven bridges of Isfahan, Iran and the longest bridge on Zayandeh River with the total length of 297.76 metres (976.9 ft). It is highly ranked as being one of the most famous examples of Safavid bridge design. It was constructed by the finance and the inspection of Allahverdi Khan Undiladze chancellor of Shah Abbas I, an Iranian ethnic Georgian, it consists of two rows of 33 arches from either sides, left and right. Jāmeh Mosque is the grand, congregational mosque (Jāmeh) of Isfahān city. The mosque is the result of continual construction, reconstruction, additions and renovations on the site from around 771 to the end of the 20th century. The Grand Bazaar of Isfahan can be found towards the southwest wing of the mosque. Hasht Behesht Palace, meaning "Eight Paradises" is a Safavid era palace in Isfahan. It was built in 1669 and is today protected by Iran's Cultural Heritage Organization. Of more than forty mansions which existed in Isfahan during the rule of Safavids, this is the only one left today. Qeisarieh Bazaar is a historical market in Isfahan. One of the oldest bazaar in the Middle East, dating back 17th Century.

How to Go to Si-o-seh pol Bridge, Jāmeh Mosque, Hasht Behesht Palace, Qeisarieh Bazaar;
This places are near Chahar Bagh Street. From my stayed Hostel, Amir Kabir, Jame Mosque is located before the Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Qeisarieh Bazaar is located. Then, go back to Chahar Bagh Street. On the left, you will passed-by first Hasht Behesht Palace then Si-o-seh pol Bridge is at the end of the road. A map is provided on the attached itinerary. Photography and video taking is allowed, even use of monopod and tripod is permitted. Entrance to all of them is free except for the Palace, 100,000 Rial ($3).