Kashan

Fin Garden In Kashan

Fin Garden is one of the most famous and beautiful gardens which is considered as a complete example of the Persian Gardens. Fin district in Kashan was very popular among kings due to the presence of an exhilarating spring. The construction of Fin Garden dates back to Safavid Dynasty but several buildings were added to the central part through different periods. Water is an important factor in decorating Fin Garden. There are different gutters and pools which make the garden and its view more pleasant. It is really lovely to watch fountains splashing water in the middle of a pool in a green yard. The pools are decorated with turquoise blue tile, they look awesome. Interior sections were also decorated with nice tile works, colorful and breathtaking, it truly double the splendid of Fin Garden. The National Museum of Kashan is located in the west side of the garden so visitors have the chance to visit both Fin Garden and the museum at the same time.

Aqa Bozorg Mosque In Kashan

Geographically located in the historical city of Kashan, Aqa Bozorg Complex consists of a mosque and a madrasah. The construction is one of the masterpieces of Qajar era due to its beauty and magnificence. Friday congregational prayers were held in the mosque and Madrasah was used by Aqa Bozorg Who was a famous preacher, jurist and theologian. The complex is crowned with a two shelled dome and two tall minarets. Eye catching decorations of Aqa Bozorg Complex make it as a proper destination for the tourists who are keen on exploring history. Perfect planning and unique sketch of Aqa Bozorg Complex using authentic Persian architecture change it into an important Islamic Persian monument. The mosque consists of three Shabestans and its combination with a school is really considerable. 

Ameriha House In Kashan

Ameriha House is one of the largest traditional houses in Kashan, dating back to Zandieh dynasty. The total area of the house is 7000 square meters with 85 rooms. The same with other historical houses in Kashan, Ameriha house includes two parts, exterior and interior parts. Moreover, each of these parts consist of some other parts such as hose-khaneh (pool room), Iwan (porch), rooms with three doors, and Shah Neshin which is a part of the interior and it is a room a little higher than other rooms featuring semi-dome. Both exterior and interior parts are ornamented with decorative plaster works, detailed wood carving and other ornaments. The mansion has some courtyards and its wind catchers are the highest wind catchers in Kashan. There are a few pool rooms in the courtyards that had many usages in summer. The house also features two separated bathes, one for men and the other one for women. In 1995 a great deal of renovation were done by Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization of Kashan and was reformed into a residential complex. Ameriha House is now being visited by many domestic and foreign tourists. 

Abuzeid Abad In Kashan

We want to take you on a journey in the desert of Abuzeid Abad in Kashan, so stay tuned and enjoy the beauty of the desert. Abuzeid Abad Desert is a part of the Rig desert located 30 km east of Kashan. The locals call it Bizovi. When you travel to the desert, you will go to another world, there are many sand dunes so you can experience walking on smooth sand. Climbing sand dunes is not an easy task and requires a lot of energy. At the top of the dunes, a vast world appears in front of your eyes. You will experience tranquility among these sandy hills that will stay with you for a long time. The days and nights of the desert are very spectacular; here you can watch the most colorful sunrise and sunset. The starry nights of the desert and seeing the Milky Way galaxy with thousands of thousand small and big stars are among the other attractions of this land that fascinate the eyes of every tourist. To stay in the Abuzeid Abad desert, caravansaries will be good choices which are remained from the past. Abuzeid Abad Caravanserai, a memorial from the Safavid era, has now become a residence for those who are interested in spending a night in desert. On your trip to Kashan, visit the Ouyi underground city, Abyaneh castle, Sardar castle, Karshahi castle, Garmab castle and Sefid-Ab caravanserai.

Borujerdi House In Kashan

Borujerdi House was constructed in a very big land and includes two yards. It was planned and built based on the climate of Kashan so it is cool and pleasant inside during hot summer days. The history of Borujerdi house dates back to Qajar Dynasty. The house is divided into two parts called Andaruni and Biruni. These two sections share the same entrance gate. Borujerdi House is important due to its architectural style and interior design. It is interesting to mention that about 150 architects, painters and artists were hired to build and decorate the house. The paintings used to do so are magnificent and amaze the visitors. Two symmetrical wind catchers on both sides of Borujerdi House double its beauty. All and all it really worth visiting such a masterpiece.

Abbasian Historical House In Kashan

During the time, mankind has created structures neither languages can describe nor can eyes get enough of them. Architecture is the art that always mirrors human creativity and imagination. In the meantime, historical monuments are examples of man’s art in architectural. Today we want to travel to the heart of historical houses in Kashan, a city that has been home for many tribes and folks, and indeed, a great host for Iranian historical memorials. Abbasian Historical House in Kashan is one of the architectural masterpieces of Persia, and has been the nominee of the most beautiful Iranian-Islamic Residential Building. This house, featuring a traditional restaurant and charming delightful environment, makes a different impression on your trip. This all mesmerizing house has already been used for several television shows. The construction of Abbasian Historical House dates back to Qajar dynasty. It belonged to Haj Mohammad Ibrahim, a famous merchant of that time. The total area of the hose is more than 5000 square meters and consists of five floor and five courtyard.  The architecture of the house is so rich and magnificent, and the plaster works, paintings and Islamic architectural ornament have been used at the height of beauty and elegance. The entire parts of the mansion is divided into three main sections. The interior, exterior and the servant section. The exterior part includes the covered hall, Iwan (porch), Se-Dari Dorm (rooms with three doors), Panjdari (five windowed room), and some other parts. The exterior section was the residence of the land lord and his family. The whole set of this part features two wind catchers, two wells that one of them is considered as a reservoir. The most important parts of Abbasian Historical House are mirror room, Shah Neshin (a part of the interior and it is a room a little higher than other rooms featuring semi-dome), the central hall and two larger halls. The servant section comprises of a courtyard and an independent passageway. Matbakh (an old term for Iranian Kitchens), and a courtyard are other parts of the servant section. This house is made in “Sunken courtyard” style. In this way, the courtyard is below the ground level. Consequently, the use of aqueducts and natural heat is much easier in this way.  Abbasian Historical House was registered as a national heritage in 1998. 

Underground City of Nooshabad In Kashan

The fascinating Underground City of Nooshabad is situated 8 kilometers to the north of Kashan in Isfahan. It is one of the most remarkable underground cities that has ever been created by human’s hand. This ancient shelter was completely unknown until a decade ago when a local resident was digging a ditch in his home. This 1500-year-old underground shelter covers a broad area and it consists of tunnels with many twist and turns along with canals, food storages, traps, chambers, staircase and air ducts. According to the stories, the name of this city came from the ancient time when one of the Sassanian kings were passing by this city and drank water from one of the wells, the water was so soft and cool that he named the city Nooshabad, meaning “city of cold tasty water”. Later on the king ordered to build the underground city. Initially, the city was constructed to tolerate the overwhelming heat of the desert, however the main reason was to stay save from foreign invasions. In addition, historical evidences prove that the underground city was mainly used as a shelter during the Mongol invasion in 13 century. This shelter was made in such a way that inhabitants could live there for several days. Nooshabd underground city, also known as Ouyi by locals, is now open to tourists. 

Niasar Fire Temple In Kashan

Niasar Fire Temple is a Chahartaq construction located on the heights of Niasar in Kashan. The construction of Niasar Fire Temple dates back to Sassanid era and was used for holding Zoroastrian religious ceremonies. This building is the oldest and the biggest example of Chahrtaq in Iran which is still in a good condition and was destroyed to the least level. This building which is also known as the Chahar Darvazeh or Chahar Qapu is a foursquare structure built over a square plan. There are four columns on each side which are responsible for maintain the dome and in between the columns there are entrances with arched shape. The magnificence in the structure is where this foursquare turns into and octagon and then to a circle where the building is crowned with a dome. Niasar Fire Temple was made of stones and plaster with both natural and artificial shapes in different sections. It is important to mention that this fire temple was built in line with astrological rules and beliefs. This adds to the value of this heritage.