Historical Places

Alamut Castle: A gem in the history of IranAlamut Castle, a strong and magnificent fortress stands out on top of a high peak in the western Alamut, Qazvin province. This fortress, which dates back to the Ismaili period, has witnessed many events throughout history.History:Alamut Castle was built at the end of the 5th century AH by the order of Hasan Sabah, the Ismaili leader. Due to its special location,...

Bagh Sepehdar mansion: a gem in the history and culture of QazvinSepehdar Bagh mansion shines like a gem in the heart of the history and culture of Qazvin city. This magnificent building, which was built during the Qajar period and by the order of Mohammadwali Khan Tankabani, the great general of the generals, is a relic of the heyday of the flourishing of Iranian architecture and art.Architecture:Passing...

Qazvin market, a gem in the history and culture of IranQazvin market is one of the largest and most magnificent traditional markets of Iran, which dates back to the Safavid period. This market, which is located in the center of Qazvin city, has played a role as one of the important centers of trade and commerce in Iran throughout history.Architecture:Qazvin market, with an area of about 30 hectares, has...

Hosseinieh Aminiha: A gem in the history of QazvinHosseiniyeh Aminiha or House of Aminis is one of the historical and religious buildings of Qazvin city, which was built during the Qajar period by the order of Haj Mohammad Reza Amini, one of the rich people of Qazvin. This building, which is located on Molvi Street (former Sepeh Street), was dedicated to Hosseinieh in 1275 AH, and because of its beautiful...

Qazvin Old Grand Mosque: a treasure of history and architectureAtiq Qazvin Grand Mosque is one of the oldest and largest mosques in Iran, located in the center of Qazvin city on Shahada (Sephe) Street. This mosque, which is also known as the Great Mosque and the Ancient Mosque, is located in the first row of four-evan mosques in Iran, and the most important and beautiful porch is the south...

Gate of Koshk: A gem in the history of QazvinDarb Kushk Gate is one of the most magnificent historical gates of Qazvin city, which was built in the Qajar period by the order of Fath Ali Shah Qajar. This gate, which is located in the north of Qazvin city and at the end of Azadi street (Rare Old), was used in the past as the main entrance of the city from the side of Alamut, Rudbar and Koushk, as well as...

Hamdollah Mostofi Tomb: a treasure of history and architectureThe tomb of Hamdullah Mostofi, a famous Iranian historian and geographer, is located in the city of Qazvin and among the historical fabric of this city. This building, which has been registered in the list of national monuments of Iran due to its age and architecture, has attracted the attention of tourists and history and architecture...

Cantor Church, also known as the Church of the Russians, is a Russian Orthodox Church in the city of Qazvin, Iran. This church was built by a Russian company in Qazvin at the end of the Qajar period.HistoryCantor Church was built during the First World War and following the mass migration of Russians to Iran. This church was originally used as a place of worship for the Russian Orthodox Christians who...

Garmaglu valley is a deep and narrow valley in the western Alamut of Qazvin province. This valley is located near Gazerkhan village and on the way to Alamut Castle.Garmaglu valley has become one of the popular natural attractions in Qazvin province due to its high and rocky walls and the river that flows in its bottom.The attractions of Garmaglu Valley:Pristine and untouched nature: Garmaglu Valley is one...

Saad al-Sultaneh Caravanserai is the largest indoor caravanserai in the world, located in Qazvin, Iran. This caravanserai was built in the Qajar period by the order of Mohammad Baqerkhan Saad al-Sultaneh, the then ruler of Qazvin.Saad al-Sultaneh Caravanserai is built on a land of 2.7 hectares with about 400 rooms. This caravanserai has two main entrances in the north and south and two secondary entrances...