General Information

What do you expect from a city you travel to? A rich history? Various monuments? Nice natural places that you can walk and escape from the routines of your life? Hidden places to discover? A real adventure? If your answer to these questions is yes, Isfahan is the place for you.

All About Isfahan City

Isfahan (Esfahan) is located in the center of Iran, 406 kilometers south of Tehran. Isfahan has a population of approximately 1.6 million, making it the third-largest city in Iran. However, it was once one of the largest cities in the world.

Isfahan flourished from 1050 to 1722, particularly in the 16th and 17th centuries under the Safavid dynasty when it became the capital of Persia for the second time in its history under Shah Abbas the Great. Even today the city retains much of its past glory. This fame made the expression “Half of the World”.

Wander in the Great Garden

Isfahan is just like a big garden with Chaharbagh Boulevard in the middle and Zayandeh-Rud River crossing it. You can walk along the river while a cold breeze touching your face, families welcoming you with a nice smile on their face and at the end of your walk invite yourself to a nice dinner in the many options that you have. With all the historical monuments, hidden places, shopping centers, and amusement parks, there is no way that you don’t enjoy this glorious city.

Transportation and Souvenirs

Transportation is not something you worry about. You can easily go around different places with metro and taxi. Everything is very easy and locals will be more than happy to help you out. You can also enjoy different souvenirs such as Gaz, the special nougat of Isfahan, colorful rugs and carpets, and Minakari and Qalam Zani.

Enjoy Your Trip to Isfahan

Potter over the historical bridges on top of Zayandeh-Rud River, marvel at the great mosques of Isfahan, get lost in the depths of the grand bazaars of Naqsh-e Jahan, and go under the Khaju Bridge on Friday Nights and feel the magic down there with the locals, singing and dancing until midnight. Head back in time at this four-season city. Isfahan is a definite must-see for history lovers. So pack your bags and travel to Isfahan without a second of hesitation.

Top Attraction

Top Tourist Attraction

This top tourist destination is home to three UNESCO world heritage sites, astonishing bridges, and admirable palaces. They are all filled with majestic Persian architecture that will make you stand in awe. In every place, you get to see different work of art that will amaze you.

Probably one of the greatest experiences you can have is wandering around the great expanse of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Naqsh-e Jahan Square. You will just want to sit somewhere and drown in its ancient Islamic architecture, authentic beauty, and relax for hours. It is beautiful every hour of the day, even at night, it is magnificent to watch.