Sadrabad caravanserai: a gem in the heart of the desert
Sadrabad Caravanserai is a magnificent and historical building near Mohammadabad village of Qom, which is a relic of the Safavid and Qajar eras. This caravanserai, which is located in the heart of the desert, is like a gem in the heart of history.
Sadrabad caravanserai architecture
Sadrabad Caravanserai consists of two separate parts: the central courtyard and the observation towers.
Central courtyard: The central courtyard of the caravanserai is square and paved with bricks. The courtyard is surrounded by high chambers and porches. Brick and tile decorations have doubled the beauty of this part of the caravanserai.
In the middle of the central courtyard, there is a large pond that was used in the past to collect rainwater and for the use of caravans. Around the pond, palm and cypress trees are planted to provide shade
Lookout towers: There are four tall lookout towers at the four corners of the caravanserai. These towers are made of brick and have narrow windows, which were used to watch and protect the caravanserai against thieves and bandits.
Uses of Sadr Abad Caravanserai throughout history
Sadr Abad Caravanserai has had various uses throughout its history:
During the Safavid era: this caravanserai was used as a resting place for caravans that came to Qom to visit the shrine of Hazrat Masoumeh (PBUH). In this place, the caravans could rest, get provisions and fodder and prepare to continue their journey.
During the Qajar period: this caravanserai was also used as a warehouse and storage of goods. Merchants used this place to store their goods before transporting them to other parts of Iran.
During the Pahlavi era: Sadr Abad caravanserai was used as a settlement for nomads and herders. Nomads came to this place in the cold seasons and used its facilities to live their lives.
