Hasht Behesht Palace, Isfahan
Hasht Behesht Palace (also known as Hasht Behesht or Hasht Dar Behesht) located in the city of Isfahan, is one of the most beautiful palaces of the Safavid era. This palace was completed in 1080 AH (1669 CE) in the third year of the reign of Shah Suleiman and is an example of the most excellent residential palaces of that period.
Architecture and specifications:
Architectural style: The architectural style of Hasht Behesht Palace is Isfahani and its decorations include tiling, wall paintings, plastering and mirror work.
Location: Hasht Behesht Palace is located in the middle of a large garden with an area of 67,000 square meters.
Building: The palace building has two floors and there are eight halls on each floor. Halls are located in four directions of the building and are connected to the central courtyard with porches.
Decorations: The palace decorations are very exquisite and artistic. The mosaic and seven-color tiling with Slimi, Khatai and geometric motifs, wall paintings with different themes, delicate plasterwork and eye-catching mirror work have doubled the beauty of the palace.
Pond and fountains: In the central courtyard of the palace, there is a large pond with beautiful fountains. The greenery of the garden is also very beautiful and eye-catching.
Name:
The name “Hesht Behesht” refers to the eight halls of the palace on two floors.
Application:
Hasht Behesht Palace was used as a residence and a place to receive guests during the Safavid era. This palace has also been the venue for various celebrations and ceremonies.
Today:
Today, Hasht Behesht Palace is used as a museum and a collection of historical objects such as dishes, clothes, weapons and manuscripts are displayed in it.
Tourist Attractions:
Beautiful architecture: the architecture of Hasht Behesht Palace is very beautiful and eye-catching and is considered an example of the peak of architectural art in the Safavid era.
Exquisite decorations: The palace decorations are very exquisite and artistic and show the elegance and precision of the artists of that period.
Pleasant atmosphere: the atmosphere of Hasht Behesht Palace is very pleasant and relaxing and is a suitable place for recreation and leisure.
Museum: Hasht Behesht Palace Museum houses a collection of historical objects that are very attractive for history lovers.
