Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex in photos

Iran has 25 amazing properties inscribed on the UNESCO world list that have been popular tourist destinations.

One of the sites is Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex that encompasses a series of interconnected, covered, brick structures, buildings, and enclosed spaces.

Every part of the bazaar has a different function, including educational, trading, social and religious.

Tabriz was capital of Iran during the Safavid era (13th century). At that time, the city and its bazar were busy and renowned and also one of the important centers on the Silk Road.

According to UNESCO website, “Tabriz Historic Bazaar bears witness to one of the most complete socio-cultural and commercial complexes among bazaars. It has developed over the centuries into an exceptional physical, economic, social, political, and religious complex, in which specialized architectural structures, functions, professions, and people from different cultures are integrated in a unique living environment”.

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