Travel to Iran, the land of for seasons with the colourful and rich history, ancient buildings, Iranian hospitality and delicious food. It is a treasure house for some of the most beautiful architectures on the planet with glorious architectures with a warm-hearted welcome
Isfahan or half of the world is a capital of culture of Iran that is flourished between 9th and 18th centuries under the Safavid dynasty. It is beautiful in every season especially in spring and autumn with its opulent gardens and palaces, decorative arts, gorgeous bridges and its market and bazaars. You can enjoy by visiting Naqsh-e jahan Sq. the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Ali Qapu and Chehel Sotun Palace. Artistic productions including handmade crafts are very potent culture representatives, especially for countries with traditional civilization. Iran owns wealth of ancient masterpieces from old, middle and modern areas
List of top Isfahani Food
Isfahan has many local food but the first name that comes to mind is Beryan. This delicious food is especially for meat lovers taste. You can eat in Haaj Mahmoud and Shad restaurents
Souvenirs
Isfahan is called the city of Iranian handicraft and fine arts. In Naqshe Jahan Square, there are a lot of traditional shops such as Khatam kari ( woodwork ), carpet weaving, porcelain, engraving, miniature, painting, Moaragh, tile art, brocade, calico work and Mina kari
Mina kari (enamelwork)
Mina kari is the art of hand painting delicate floral patterns on utensil. The dominating blue color is a beautiful Persian blue that is bound to catch anyone eyes in the room
Khatam kari (wood work)
Khatam kari is a Persian version of marquetry, the art of decorating wooden surfaces with small and delicate pieces of wood, bone and metal to make mirrors, jewellery boxes, pans and furniture
Miniature painting
Isfahan is home to some of the best miniature artists and you can see inspiration from them on wall paintings in Chehel Sotun Palace. Miniature is done on all sorts of surfaces and even on ivory
Ghalam zani (engraving on metal)
Engraving is the art of curving superb designs on various metals such as copper, brass, silver and gold
