Isfahan is a historical city in the center of Iran. The city is the center of Isfahan province. Isfahan is Iran’s third largest city and the third most populous city after Tehran and Mashhad. It is also one hundred and sixty-five most populous cities in the world and the ninth most populous city in West Asia. The city became the capital of Iran between the years 1722 and 1050, especially in the sixteenth century, during the Safavid kingdom, and prospered greatly. There are numerous monuments in the city, some of which are registered as UNESCO’s heritage sites. The city is renowned for its beautiful Islamic architecture, indoor bridges, mosques and unique minarets. So in popular culture it is known as half of the world. The Naqsh-e Jahan Square is an outstanding example of Islamic architecture. Among the most spectacular landmarks in half of the world are Monar Jonban, Si-o-se-pol, Khaju Bridge, Hasht Behesht Palace, Chehel Sotoun and Ali- Qapu. Religion: The majority of people in Isfahan follow the religion of Islam and the Shiite religion. But Armenians, Jews, Christians and Zoroastrians and other religious minorities also live in the city. Isfahan Twins: Xi’an-China, Kuala Lumpur-Malaysia, Florence-Italy, St. Petersburg-Russia, Yash-Romania, Barcelona-Spain, Yerevan-Armenia, Kuwait City-Kuwait, Freiburg-Germany, Havana-Cuba, Lahore-Pakistan, Dakar-Senegal, Baalbek-Lebanon, Neyshabur & Yazd & Tabriz-Iran, Hyderabad-India, Tokyo-Japan, Osun-South Korea Naqsh- e Jahan Square Naqsh- e Jahan Square: Naqsh-e Jahan Square is also known as historical name, Shah Square and after Revolution of Iran the official name of Imam Square, the central square of the city of Isfahan, which is located at the center of Historical Collection of Naqsh-e Jahan. It is also the most famous tourist attraction on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In this square, you can visit unique attractions such as Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Imam Mosque, Isfahan Bazaar and the
Isfahan is a historical city in the center of Iran. The city is the center of Isfahan province. Isfahan is Iran’s third largest city and the third most populous city after Tehran and Mashhad. It is also one hundred and sixty-five most populous cities in the world and the ninth most populous city in West Asia. The city became the capital of Iran between the years 1722 and 1050, especially in the sixteenth century, during the Safavid kingdom, and prospered greatly. There are numerous monuments in the city, some of which are registered as UNESCO’s heritage sites. The city is
