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Shah Abbasi Caravanserai Yam of Marand
Address:
Yam village, 13 kilometers from the Tabriz-Marand road, Marand county, East Azerbaijan, Iran
About: Shah Abbasi Caravanserai Yam of Marand
Payam (former Yam) tourism area in Marand County has significant natural and historical potentials to attract tourists. Payam ski resort, presence of historical Shah Abbasi caravanserai and transit route are among the most serious potential of tourism in this area. In this part, we have investigated Shah Abbasi caravanserai.
Shah Abbasi caravanserai in Payam area of Marand has been counted as one of the most important facilities in silk route, and it is known as the biggest caravanserai in northwest of country and the most vital historic and tourism monument. This caravanserai has been paid great attention by tourists because of locating in tourist way from Iran to Europe.
The antiquity of this caravanserai dates back to Safavid and Mogul era. After restoration, now it is one of the 999 caravanserai called Shah Abbasi which provides feasibility of visit for all tourists. Regarding to the importance of tourist attraction and locating in an area with pleasant weather, Payam region and hillsides of Misho Mountain and ski resort, a lot of people travel there annually.
General Specifications
Name
Shah Abbasi Caravanserai, Yam of Marand
Age
Ilkhanid and Safavid eras
Restoration
Recent years since 1999 (1378 in solar calendar)
Special features
The biggest caravanserai in the northwest which was on the route of the Silk Road.
Suggestions
Best time to visit
Spring and Summer
Duration of visit
One hour
Access route
Address
Yam village, 13 kilometers from the Tabriz-Marand road, Marand county, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Facilities
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Shah Abbasi Caravanserai Yam of Marand
