Iranian artists start restoration on Quran Gate in Shiraz

The famous Quran Gate at the northeastern entrance of the Iranian city of Shiraz has undergone minor restorations.

Skilled restorers are aiming to bolster the foundation and the façade of the landmark Quran Gate at the entrance of the city of Shiraz, media reported on Tuesday.

Located in the northeast of Shiraz in the canyon of Allah-o Akbar between Chehel Maqam Mountain and Baba-Koohi Mountain, the Quran Gate (Darvazeh Quran in Farsi) was initially built in the 18th century during the reign of the Zand dynasty.

It is called Quran Gate as there were two manuscripts of the Holy Quran on top of the gate. Written in Thulth calligraphy and attributed to Sultan Ibrahim Ibn-e Shahrokh-e Teymuri, the books were moved to Pars Museum in 1937, where they still remain.

Attracting hundreds of travelers and locals to its peaceful atmosphere, the gate is adjacent to the popular Khajou Kermani Park and the related mausoleum.

The newly-constructed 5-star Shiraz Hotel is also built near the gate.

The famous landmark is less than 10 meters far from Khajavi Kermani tomb, which is less than five hundred meters from Jahan Nama Garden.

The Quran Gate is also less than 1,000 meters from the shrine of famous Persian poet Hafez-e Shirazi and Jahan Nama Garden.

The monument has already been restored several times after suffering lots of damage in its history.

Traditionally, most travelers to and out of Shiraz decide to pass underneath the gate as they believe to receive the blessing from the holy book before setting foot on their journey or entering the city.

MG/AI