Tabriz Municipal Palace: the architectural gem of the city
The Tabriz Municipal Palace, also known as the Clock Tower, shines like a jewel in the heart of Tabriz city. This building, which is located in Tabriz’s Shahrdari Square (Saat), attracts many tourists from all over Iran and the world every year due to its magnificent and unique architecture.
A turbulent history:
The construction of the Tabriz Municipal Palace began in 1314, during the presidency of Haj Arfa-ul-Molk Jalili, under the supervision of German engineers, in the abandoned cemetery of Nobar neighborhood (Maqsoudieh). This building was completed in 1318 and stood out as a symbol of modern Tabriz in the heart of the old city of Tabriz.
Throughout history, Tabriz Municipal Palace has witnessed important events. Among these events, we can mention the struggles of constitutionalists, demonstrations against the Pahlavi regime, and celebrations of the victory of the Islamic Revolution.
Admirable architecture:
The Municipal Palace of Tabriz is built on three floors with an area of 6500 square meters. The exterior of the building is carved from stone and carved with great delicacy and precision. The aerial map of the building is similar to the design of a flying eagle, which is considered a symbol of Iran’s power and greatness.
Iranian and European architectural elements have been used in the design and construction of the Tabriz Municipal Palace. This combination is as beautiful as possible in the view of the building.
Eye-catching decorations:
The interior of the Tabriz Municipal Palace is decorated with mosaic tiles, plastering, and painting. These decorations have given a unique effect to this building.
The tiling of the Tabriz Municipal Palace is considered one of the most beautiful tilings of the Pahlavi era. In these tilings, slime, geometric, and Khatai motifs are used with unique elegance.
The stucco moldings of the Tabriz Municipal Palace are also very beautiful and elegant. Islamic, geometric, and human motifs have been used in these plasters.
Clock tower:
The clock tower of Tabriz Municipal Palace is one of the symbols of Tabriz city. This tower, which is located at the highest point of the building, has a large clock with four faces that can be seen on all four sides of the building.
The clock of Tabriz Municipality Tower was purchased and installed from Germany in 1318. This clock has shown the time to the people of Tabriz for many years.
City Museum:
Currently, Tabriz Municipal Palace is used as a city museum. In this museum, objects and historical works related to the history of Tabriz city are exhibited.
Visiting the Tabriz city museum is an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of this proud city.
The Tabriz Municipal Palace is a symbol of the grandeur of Iranian architecture and is known as one of the most important historical buildings in Iran.
