Saqqez Bazaar

Saqqez Bazaar is a large commercial market in the city of Saqqez with two main sections separated by a covered waterway. The structure shows features of Zand architectural style, with over 500 shops that primarily sell textiles and traditional clothing.

The bazaar began in the 18th century during the Zand dynasty and was expanded later during the Safavid and Qajar periods. These phases of growth shaped its current layout and architectural character.

The bazaar remains the center of local textile work and trade, where tailors and merchants conduct daily business. Visitors find traditional Kurdish clothing and fabrics displayed in specialized sections that have served their communities for generations.

The bazaar is straightforward to explore, with both main sections connected by the covered waterway that also provides weather protection. Visitors should allow extra time for browsing and negotiating in the textile shops, as there is much to discover among the many merchants.

The bazaar sits in a border region and serves as a trade link between Iran, Iraq, and Turkey, making it a meeting point for goods from different cultures. This location means visitors might discover unusual products and commercial connections that are hard to find elsewhere.

Location: Saqqez County

Official opening: 18 century

Architectural style: Zand architecture

GPS coordinates: 36.23803,46.27047

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:44