Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan

The oldest remaining monument in Zanjan city

Address:
Across Zanjan's train station, On the ring-road of Zanjan-Mianeh, Zanjan city, Zanjan province, Iran
Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
  • Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
  • Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
  • Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
  • Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
  • Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
  • Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
  • Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
About: Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan

The Stone Caravanserai (Dash Caravanserasi in Turkish) lies in Zanjan-Mianeh bypass across from the train station of Zanjan. It dates back to Safavid era, and it is currently used as a traditional restaurant. The caravanserai has been built in four-porch style; its chambers are in one floor and its ceilings are vaulted. Using stone to construct this caravanserai has caused this monument to be called Stone Caravanserai or Dash Caravanserasi in Turkish. The monument is of utmost importance because it is the only Caravanserai left in Zanjan. 
This Caravanserai was registered in Iran's National Heritage in 1998 by Cultural Heritage Organization under the registration number of 2128.

General Specifications
Name
Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
Appellation
It's known as the stone caravanserai, since most of the used building material are of stone.
Age
Safavid era
Special features
The only remaining caravanserai of the three caravanserais of Zanjan
Suggestions
Duration of visit
Half an hour
Access route
Address
Across Zanjan's train station, On the ring-road of Zanjan-Mianeh, Zanjan city, Zanjan province, Iran
Facilities
WC
Restaurant
Network coverage
Stone Caravanserai, Zanjan
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