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Isfahan was the capital of Persia from 1598 to 1722. "Isfahan nesf-e Jahan" is a sixteenth century Persian proverb which means, Isfahan is half the world. And at that time Isfahan was one of the greatest cities in the world. It still has the second biggest town square in the world and a covered bazaar which extends for miles.
It is a place that warrants superlatives and is, without doubt, one of the most beautiful cities you will ever visit. And you will visit Isfahan one day because, if you don't, you will miss half the world. |
|  | Image of the World At the centre of Isfahan is one of the biggest city squares in the world. Originally, it was called, Naghsh-e Jahan, which means Image of the World. Then it became known as Maidan-e Shah, the Shah's Square. Now it has been re-named Emam Khomeini Square. As Iran goes through further changes, who knows what it will be called next?
Its beauty is timeless though. |
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hunterV Sun Feb 15, 2009 15:56 UTC
Hello, Ian! Your "oriental pages" are a great source of knowledge and inspiration, I must say... Well done! Thanks! | cachaseiro Mon Feb 9, 2009 12:39 UTC
that looks really nice. esfahan is one of the citites that are very high on my list. | smeagol13 Thu Apr 26, 2007 15:43 UTC
good pictures and useful information about one of the timeless cities in the world, which I have a great desire to explore. thanks for sharing what you have experienced there. | matcrazy1 Sun Apr 1, 2007 10:22 UTC
Wonderful page, excellent pictures. I like especially Ali Ghapu Palace, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque and Masjed-e Imam. |
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