Imam Square, A timeless square brimming with Persian splendor

Very large area, walking east from the intersection of Chahar Bagh Street and Sepah Street

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Introduction

Imam Square is known as Meydan-e Naqsh-e Jahan in Persian. It was once the second-largest city square in the world, after Tiananmen Square. Located in Isfahan, which was a bustling city along the Silk Road, Imam Square was the heart of the city. Merchants and travelers gathered here to trade and socialize, creating a vibrant atmosphere. The square was constructed in the 17th century during the Safavid dynasty, when Abbas the Great moved the capital from Qazvin to Isfahan. Many of the surrounding buildings were built during this time. Ali Qapu Palace is located on the western side, Imam Mosque on the southern side, and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque on the eastern side. The northern side is occupied by a lively market where you can find handcrafted items such as carved metal teapots and miniature paintings. If you get tired, you can enjoy a cup of rich ice cream. For a more immersive experience, you can take a carriage ride around the square and feel like a Persian king inspecting the subjects. Imam Square is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is definitely worth a visit.

Address

Very large area, walking east from the intersection of Chahar Bagh Street and Sepah Street

Opening hours

The square itself has no restrictions on opening hours
the Ali Qapu Palace, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Imam Mosque have the same opening hours, from 9:00 to 16:00 in winter, and extended to 18:00 in summer (closed from 12:00 to 15:00), and closed on Friday and Sunday mornings.

Transportation

The vast majority of buses pass by the nearby Forty Pillar Palace.