Top Attraction in Kerman

Top Attraction in Kerman

 

Kerman is the capital of Kerman province, like several Iranian provinces with the same names for their center. According to Darius’s inscription, Kerman was the Achaemenian region that gathered timber for building the Palace. Kerman was the capital of various kings like the Buyid and Seljuks. In the map, Kerman province is in the southeastern part of Iran. The Sadeh Festival is a local ritual performed and attended by the Kerman folk.

 

In this ceremony, the people of Kerman gathered a lot of wood and set it on fire. The reason is that it has been 100 days since the winter season, from 1 Aban to 10 Bahman. Another reason for this ceremony is the Yalda night theme. Yalda night is the longest night of the year. Mithra is the representative of love, and her sign is the ring or the sun. Yalda night is the night of Mithra’s birthday. 

 

The tenth Bahman is the day after the 40-day Yalda Night ends. The number 40 was sacred to the ancient Iranians, and another reason for the Sadeh festival is for the 40 days of the sun. Popular dishes in Kerman are Boz Ghormeh and Abgoosht-e Zireh. Kerman is a historic city with several attractions. As you continue reading this passage, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the astonishing sights of Kerman.

 

Ganjali Khan Complex

 

By the command of Ganjali Khan, the complex of Ganj Ali Khan was made and consists of different parts. Ganjali Khan’s collection dates back to the Safavid period. The Ganjali Khan complex includes a bazaar, school, mosque, and baths, which are masterpieces of the time.

 

Ganjali Khan Historical Bathhouse

 

Ganjali Khan’s bathroom is full of beautiful paintings and stuccos that will enchant you. One of the features of this bathroom is that when you pass through the entrance, the inside is a corridor that you can not see from the outside.

 

Zarabkhaneh (Coin) Museum

 

The Ganjali Khan collection has a historical place where coins were hammered or melted and poured into molds to create the desired designs on the coins.

 

Ganjali Khan Bazaar

 

The Ganjali Khan Bazaar provides easy access to Kerman’s famous handicrafts like handwoven carpets, Jajims, and a range of souvenirs, such as pistachios and walnuts to medicinal plants like cumin. The architecture of the bazaar dates back to the Safavid period.

 

 Ganjali Khan Mosque

 

 One of the oldest mosques in Kerman city is the Ganjali Khan Mosque. To its striking beauty due to the use of geometric patterns in the stucco, the mosque has 12 skylights in the dome.

 

Ganjali Khan caravanserai and school

 

During the Safavid era, Ganjali Khan’s Caravanserai was a place of knowledge for lovers of science and art. The architecture of this caravanserai is circular.

Tiles from the Safavid period were used to design the Ganjali Khan School. This school has two floors of rooms.

 

Jameh Mosque of Kerman

 

This mosque dates back to the Muzaffarid era. One of the peculiarities of this mosque is that it has four portals and no minarets compared to most mosques in Iran. The calligraphy, tiles, and decorations used in this mosque always attract visitors.

Jabalieh Historical Dome

 

It is an octagonal dome made by combining stones of various sizes, and the design of eight doors can be seen on each of the eight sides. This beautiful historical place dates back to the Sassanid period. 

Moayedi Icehouse

 

Many years ago, the people of Kerman used glaciers to store water, and some had domed designs. This ice house consists of a fence, reservoir, ice cave, and water basin made of raw clay. To repair or maintain the glacier, people put a layer of mud on the dome each year. The design of upper part of the Moayedi Icehouse exterior structure is designed to absorb a minimal amount of sunlight, and the tall walls built around this Moayedi Icehouse keep the temperature down when the wind is strong. 

 

Qaleh Dokhtar

 

This castle is named Dokhtar because its meaning is unattainable. One of the features of the castle is that the arches are everywhere. All arches are open windows without doors. There is a famous legend about Qal’eh Dokhtar among the people of Kerman that the guardian of this castle was a girl who magically prevented enemies from entering the castle. A large reservoir was built in the fort to supply the inhabitants with water.

 

Takht-e Dargah Gholi Beyg

 

This historic landmark was built by Gholi Beyg, one of the Safavid rulers and chief of the Afshar tribe of Kerman. The purpose of constructing this mansion was to protect and defend the city of Kerman. 

Ibrahim Khan Complex

 

Ibrahim Khan was the ruler of the city of Kerman during the Qajar era, and one of his most outstanding moral qualities was his fairness. The Ibrahim Khan complex was built for the welfare of the people, including schools, markets, baths, and mosques. Seven colors of brick tiles were used in the construction of this building. One of the most impressive features of Ibrahim Khan’s school for visitors is the wind tower, which reaches 16 meters in height.

 

Meymand village

 

Life in the heart of the rock is an indescribable pleasure for man. One of Kerman’s attractions with many enthusiasts is the village of Meymand. Meymand is a rock village, with houses built in the heart of the mountain designed without bricks. Farming is the occupation of most people in Meymand village. Meymand has many rivers and aqueducts for each season. The village of Meymand is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Houses in Meymand Village are made up of small stones of the same size and color that create a beautiful landscape.

 

 

In the historic city of Kerman, one of the historical attractions that surprise Kerman travelers is visiting the world’s largest adobe building called Arg-e Bam. The Bam Citadel is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and dates back to the Sassanid period. Arg-e Bam was on the Silk Road and offered the possibility of communication with Egypt and Central Asia. The Citadel of Bam consists of various structures, such as fences, towers, mosques, and schools, all made of mud. The 2003 earthquake damaged parts of this magnificent building.

 

Lut Desert

 

The Lut Desert has amazing sights like the Kaluts, along with entertainment such as camel riding and motorbike riding that make an unforgettable experience for visitors. There are many different locations in the Lut Desert, each has unique characteristics. The northern part of the Lut Desert is sandy, and the rest is dunes. Kaluts formed by wind erosion. The night skies of the Lut Desert filled with starry skies and tranquility.

 

Shazdeh (Mahan) Garden

 

This garden is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. One of the features that made this garden more appealing to all visitors is that it constructed in the middle of a less lush setting, with water cascading through the garden. When you enter the entrance from the outside and look inside, you can see a white mansion beyond the garden. To get there, you must pass between tall green trees on either side of the stairs. This garden dates from the Qajar period.