Esfahan
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Esfahan's stunning architecture, tree-lined boulevards and relaxed pace make it the undisputed highlight of Iran's cities. The capital of Esfahan Province, and once the country's capital, the Persians call it "Nesf-e-Jahan", meaning "Half The World".
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Understand
Iran is a complex society. Moslem, but Persian rather than Arab. In some ways modern and progressive, in others extremely traditional and even fundamentalist.
The merchants of Isphahan were important backers of the 1979 Islamic revolution in Iran.
Get in
Es·fa·han (ĕs'fə-hän') or Is·fa·han (ĭs'-)
A city of central Iran south of Tehran. An ancient town and capital of Persia from 1598 to 1722, it was long noted for its fine carpets and silver filigree. Today it has textile and steel mills. Population: 1,540,000.
By plane
Isphahan has an airport. Before the revolution, it was a major military air base.
By train
By car
By bus
There are regular busses to Tehran and Shiraz.
Get around
See
The main mosque and the old palace are stunning.
You could spend a happy week exploring the bazaar.
Do
Learn
Work
Buy
Isphahan carpets are world-famous, among the vey finest Persian carpets. They are also often extremely expensive.
Eat
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Drink
Sleep
Budget
- The Amir Kabir Hotel is a favorite among backpackers.
Mid-range
Splurge
Contact
Stay safe
Cope
Get out
External links
ja:エスファハン WikiPedia:Isfahan (city) Dmoz:Middle_East/Iran/Localities/Isfahan
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