Bezienswaardigheden in de provincie Markazi

Markazi Province Highlights

Markazi Province serves as a significant historical corridor in central Iran, showcasing architectural heritage from the Sassanid to the Qajar eras. This selection highlights the region's role in trade and governance, featuring Safavid-era Silk Road caravanserais, the ancient Sassanid water engineering of the Nimvar Dam, and the 19th-century ancestral home of Imam Khomeini. These sites offer a focused look at Persian masonry, traditional infrastructure, and residential design across several centuries.

قلعه

A historical castle and heritage site located in the Saveh region, representing local defensive architecture.

The caravanserai of Abdul Ghaffar Khan

A Qajar-era roadside inn featuring traditional brickwork and a central courtyard, built to accommodate travelers and merchants.

پل باقر آباد

A historic masonry bridge from the Qajar period located near Mahallat, built to facilitate regional transport across local waterways.

بند نیمور

An ancient Sassanid-era dam used for centuries to manage water distribution from the Qom River for local agriculture.

پل تاریخی دودهک

A Safavid-era stone bridge in the village of Dudahak, historically serving as a critical crossing on the route between Qom and Delijan.

Imam Khomeini's Old House

The 19th-century Qajar-style ancestral home and birthplace of Ruhollah Khomeini, featuring traditional Persian residential architecture with multiple courtyards.

کاروانسرای شاه عباسی

A Safavid-era stone and brick caravanserai in Dudahak, designed with four iwans and vaulted chambers to house Silk Road caravans.

تپه تاریخی آوه

An archaeological site in Saveh containing remains from the Islamic period, known for its significant pottery discoveries and ancient urban layout.

حمام تاریخی مصطفوی

A traditional Qajar-era public bathhouse in Khomein, showcasing characteristic domes, vaulted ceilings, and historic bathing chambers.