Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Provinz Markazi

Markazi Province Essentials

Markazi Province serves as a crossroads of Iranian history and industry. This list highlights the Sassanid-era Atash Kooh Fire Temple and the rare geological formations of the Nakhjir Cave. It includes the birthplace of Imam Khomeini in Khomein, the Safavid-era bridges of Nimvar, and the Meighan wetland, a critical habitat for migratory cranes. Visitors can explore Qajar-era architecture through the Salar Mohtasham Castle and the historic covered bazaars that define the region's urban heritage.

قلعه

Historical castle ruins located in the Zarandieh district.

Atash Kooh Fire Temple

One of the largest Sassanid-era fire temples in Iran, constructed with stone and mortar near the city of Nimvar.

The caravanserai of Abdul Ghaffar Khan

A Safavid-era roadside inn and merchant station located on the historic trade routes near Saveh.

پل باقر آباد

A historic stone bridge dating back to the Safavid period, located in the vicinity of Nimvar.

بند نیمور

An ancient Sassanid-era dam on the Qom River, designed to divert water for local irrigation.

پل تاریخی دودهک

A historical bridge near the village of Dodehak, serving as a significant engineering relic from the Safavid or Qajar era.

Jasb

A 17,000-hectare nature reserve featuring a diverse mountainous ecosystem, home to wild goats, sheep, and rare plant species.

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Nakhjir Cave

Nakhcheer, Chal-e Nakhjir, or Chal-Nakhjir is a cave situated in Jushaq Rural District of the Central District of Delijan County, Markazi…

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Meighan wetland

A significant salt lake and wetland near Arak, serving as a primary wintering ground for migratory Siberian cranes.

Imam Khomeini's Old House

A 19th-century Qajar-style residential complex in Khomein featuring traditional courtyards and wind towers.

بازار سر پوشیده

A historical commercial hub in Khomein featuring traditional Qajar-era brickwork and vaulted ceilings.

Mishijan historical castle

A restored Qajar-era adobe castle and garden complex showcasing 19th-century Persian residential architecture.

Qlh rbat mrad

Historical ruins of a defensive fort located in the village of Rabat Morad.

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Qlh salar mhtshm

A Qajar-era mansion featuring intricate woodwork and brickwork, currently housing the Khomein Anthropology Museum.

میدان تعزیه

A traditional square dedicated to Ta'ziyeh, the Persian ritual dramatic art, reflecting the region's cultural history.