Chehel Sotun, Royal palace in Isfahan, Iran
The palace features twenty wooden columns supporting the entrance pavilion, which reflect in a long rectangular pool extending from the entrance.
Shah Abbas II commissioned the construction of this palace in 1647 for receiving foreign dignitaries and organizing official ceremonies of the Safavid court.
The interior walls present large frescoes depicting historical events, diplomatic receptions, and battle scenes from various periods of Persian history.
The palace opens daily from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages explaining the architectural and historical elements.
The palace contains intricate mirror work, called aina-kari, combining glass, plaster, and traditional Persian decorative elements throughout its chambers.
Location: District 3
Location: Isfahan
Official opening: 1647
Architectural style: Safavid architecture
Elevation above the sea: 1,582 m
Made from material: brick, stone, plaster, tile, wood, aina-kari
Part of: Chehel Sotun Garden
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:30-18:00
GPS coordinates: 32.65736,51.67181
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:59
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