Zanjan Three Star Match Factory: as if it came out of the heart of history
Zanjan Three Star Match Factory, the first industrial unit of this province, with its unique brick chimney and old machines, as if it came out of the heart of history, stands out on Safa Street, not reaching Chamran Boulevard in Zanjan city. This building related to the first Pahlavi period has been registered as one of the national monuments of Iran.
History:
Zanjan Three Star Match Factory was established in 1312 as a private company. At that time, this factory was located outside the city limits, but with the expansion of the city, today it is located in the heart of Zanjan.
Architecture:
The building of the Three Stars match factory includes the entrance gate, factory space and yard. The entrance gate stands out with brick decorations and an inscription in Nastaliq script. The factory space includes sheds and warehouses where old matchmaking machines can be seen. The factory yard is also a pleasant place to relax with tall trees and greenery.
Current user:
Zanjan Three Star Match Factory was closed in 2007 due to economic problems. But fortunately, in 2014, it became the museum of industry and mining of Zanjan province after restoration.