Safavid era
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Jolfa preserved its Christian-Islamic architecture
In Jolfa neighborhood, in addition to churches and bells, the architectural style of houses is different from other parts of the city as some of them include tile works with Armenian inscriptions.
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Isfahan Museum of Contemporary Art
Isfahan Museum of Contemporary Art which is situated in Ostandari Street and next to the Museum of Natural History, belongs to the Safavid era.
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Restoration of historical caravanserai in Zavareh completed
Director General of Isfahan cultural heritage announced the completion of the restoration of the historical caravanserai and great Husseinieh in Zavareh city dating back to Safavid era.
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Jalaliyeh School
Jalaliyeh School was built at the end of Safavid era, during the reign of Shah Sultan Hossein, in 1114 AH. This school which was built by Jalal al-Din Mohammad Hakim (the doctor of Shah Sultan Hossein) is located in Ahmad Abad neighborhood. Some scholars believe that this monument was built in 1115 AH, but the inscription on its portal indicates that this building dates back to 1114 AH.
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Beauty of Iranian carpet
Safavid era is the brilliant period of reviving Iranian arts. The available inspirational examples of valuable Safavid artworka which are now displayed in famous museums of the world are Ardabil carpets.
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Gol-e Sorkh Spa Resort; Shah Abbas promenade
Gol-e Sorkh (Red Rose) village in Varton, as one of the best spa resorts in Isfahan, is located 35 kilometers away from Isfahan; along the way between Isfahan and Naʹin.
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Maghsoud Beik mosque, collection of famous calligraphers' artworks
Maghsoud Beik mosque is located in Isfahan; it is also called Zolamat mosque.
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Saru Taghi mosque; monument of Safavid era
In Isfahan, there is still a bazaar, a Char-Sugh (four directions), a caravanserai, and two mosques from the time that Saru Taqi was the prime minister of the Safavid king.
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Nezam Al-molk dome; wonderful Islamic architecture
After entering the courtyard of Jameh mosque of Isfahan, the biggest mosque in Iran,the beautiful and magnificent south veranda (iwan) of the mosque attracts the visitor’s attention; its well known that Saheb ibn Abbad taught his disciples in this place.