Getting to know beautiful Iran: Part 4: Aali Qapu mansion of Isfahan
Great Qapo mansion
One of the most visited and also the most beautiful architectural examples of the Safavid era, which is located in Naqsh Jehan Square in Isfahan, is Aali Qapo Mansion. This mansion with its outstanding architecture and very beautiful and eye-catching decorations attracted the attention of many famous Iranian artists as well as many Iranian and non-Iranian tourists.
Among the most important parts of the magnificent palace, we can mention the entrance of the palace and the luxurious halls, as well as the music hall located on the upper floor. Many outstanding doors can be seen in different places in Ali Qapu mansion. The main foundations of this mansion are made of wood, which adds to the architectural charm of the magnificent palace. In general, one of the most important attractions in Isfahan province is called Ali Qapo Palace.
Ali Qapu Palace was one of the tallest palaces of the Safavid era. In fact, to reach the height of this palace, a narrow staircase must be used. It is a bit difficult to go through these stairs due to the high height; But behind it, there is a beautiful porch with wooden columns, which is 20 meters high. We can safely say that watching Naqsh Jahan Square from the top of this palace will be very enjoyable and memorable. Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque can also be seen from this beautiful porch. You can also see the head of Caesarea on the left and the Shah Mosque on the right. Ali Qapo Mansion is one of the most important historical buildings of Iran in Naqsh Jahan Square, Isfahan.
Introduction of Aaliqapo building
One of the most famous historical buildings in Iran and also one of the most beautiful buildings built during the Safavid era, we can mention Aali Qapo Palace. This mansion is located on the west side of Naqsh Jehan Square and in front of Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. In the past, many names were given to this building, Daulatkhane Mubarake Naqsh Jahan and Daulatkhane Palace were some of the names with which this square was called in the past
The Palace of the Emirate of Al Qapo has an area of 1,800 square meters, six floors and a height of 38 meters. In fact, Ali Qapo Mansion is the only complex that stands out from other buildings around the square and was considered as a symbol of government power in its time. Aali Qapo mansion with its beautiful architecture based on wood was considered one of the most magnificent buildings of the Safavid era.
During the Safavid era, the main gate of the Ali Qapo mansion was the entrance gate to all the royal buildings in Naqsh Jehan Square. Shah Abbas I, Safavid, ordered the construction of Aali Qapu Palace to show off the power and glory of his government. At that time, important government meetings and reception of foreign guests and government ceremonies were held in this mansion. The balcony of this mansion was considered a meeting place for Shah Abbas and his entourage. Also, this balcony was used for watching polo and horse riding competitions in Naqsh Jahan Square.
Ali Qapo Mansion was one of the most important and respected buildings during the time of Shah Abbas I. It was not possible for everyone to pass through the entrance door of the mansion at that time. The most striking thing when visiting Naqsh Jahan Square in Isfahan is the 6-story building of this mansion, which will also attract the attention of many tourists.