Qeysariyeh Gate, Monumental gate at Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Isfahan, Iran
The three-story Qeysariyeh Gate marks the northern entrance to Isfahan Grand Bazaar with decorative tilework and brick patterns across its facade.
Constructed in 1620 during the Safavid period, this gate served as a central point for announcing time and managing commercial activities in Isfahan.
The second floor contained the Naqareh Khaneh, where musicians performed traditional Iranian music to mark different times of the day.
Visitors can access the gate daily through four separate entrances, with the main portal leading directly into the extensive network of bazaar streets.
The gate features an ornate pond and multiple levels dedicated to different functions, from timekeeping facilities to merchant transaction spaces.
Location: District 3
Official opening: 1620
Architectural style: Safavid architecture
Made from material: brick, mortar, tile
Part of: Qeysariyeh Bazaar, Naqsh-e Jahan Square
GPS coordinates: 32.66036,51.67681
Latest update: March 10, 2025 19:21
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