Friday, June 13, 2014

Naqsh-e-Jahan Square [Imam Square]

Esfahan, Islamic Republic of Iran
Thursday 21st July 2011
Naqsh-e Jahan Square (Persian : Maidān-e Naqsh-e Jahān; trans: "Image of the World Square"), known as Imam Square, formerly known as Shah Square (میدان شاه), is a square situated at the center of Esfahan city, Iran. Constructed between 1598 and 1629, it is now an important historical site, and one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. It is 160 meters wide by 508 meters long (an area of 89,600 sq m). The square is surrounded by buildings from the Safavid era. The Shah Mosque is situated on the south side of this square. On the west side is the Ali Qapu Palace. Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque is situated on the eastern side of this square and at the northern side Keisaria gate opens into the Isfahan Grand Bazaar. Today, Namaaz-e Jom'eh (the Muslim Friday prayer) is held in the Shah Mosque. The square is depicted on the reverse of the Iranian 20,000 rials banknote.










































































































































































































































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