A trip to Isfahan is a must when you are admiring the marvels of the grand Persian architecture. Among many significant sights you will see here is Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. Constructed during the Safavid era, the grand monument speaks a thousand words about the excellent craftsmanship of this era. Situated to the east of the famous Nagsh-e-Jahan Square in Isfahan, it is slightly dwarfed by the other huge mosques in the place. But the exquisite...more
Those who visit Spain find that the country was greatly influenced by some of the ancient civilizations like Greeks, Romans and Moors before being taken over by Christian rulers. In fact, even to this day, in many places people follow the religious practices of these civilizations. Interestingly, in spite of these diverse religious faiths and beliefs, people in Spain live in an atmosphere of harmony and understanding. At the same...more
The wonders of the Vakil mosque are sure to impress anyone on a trip to Shiraz. Among the many wonderful monuments in Iran, this mosque occupies a prime place in the history of the country. Located adjacent to the Vakil Bazaar, this mosque is a reminder of the beautiful artwork created during the rule of the Zand dynasty. Stretching over a huge 8,660 square meters, the building was started in 1751 and finally completed in 1773. The mosque earns its name from the name of Vakil taken on by the founder of the Zand dynasty, Karim Khan. He initiated many other attractive monuments in Shiraz along with this mosque. Layout of the MosqueThe entrance gate of the Vakil mosque is very artistically decorated and is flanked on two sides by the left and right corridors. From here, you are led to the main room which has an altar. A tall pulpit (menbar) embedded with green marbles will greet your eyes and the speaker has to climb all the way up to sit there and face the people in the mosque. The ambiance inside the mosque is very soothing and you will feel inclined to dream about the huge congregation of people who must have gathered there in the past to offer their prayers. Your artistic...more
Traveling in Iran can be a very knowledgeable experience where you gather information about the ancient civilizations and the people of various cultures and religions. When you plan your travel itinerary, you must remember to include the beautiful city of Yazd which has many intriguing sites of interest. Among the monuments worth visiting are the...more
Sagunto, also called Sagunt is a part of the Valencia province. This moderately populated town is one of the industrialized centers of Spain. It is also a popular tourist destination. The city has a long history dating back to 219 BC. According to historians the city was under the control of Carthaginians. The city is located on the...more
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If you are a lover of nature and if you want to enjoy the beauty of nature and a coast line with a long stretch of tall mountains, then there is no better place than the Castello do la Plana. This is a part of the Valencian community...more
Fin Garden of Kashan, Iran, is a fine example of the grand layout ancient Persians have long implemented in such green stunning environments. It flourished during the Safavid period. Shah Abbas I of Persia added some finer elements to within this...more
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