In the covered ‘bazaar’ of Damqan two brick constructed caravansaries are situated. One of these is a new caravansary, rectangular in shape and with chambers surrounding it. The other is the old caravansary having shops or chambers which are currently in use.
About Damghan (Damgan)
Damghan is the capital of Damghan County, Semnan Province, History It is one of the oldest cities on the Iranian plateau, stretching back 7000 years, and boasts many sites of historic interest. The oldest of these is Tappeh Hessar, lying to the southeast of the city, which holds the ruins of a castle dating from the Sassanid period.The Tarikhaneh is one of the oldest mosques in Iran, built as a fire temple during the Sassanid ...
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Damghan Bazaar – Damghan
The frame work of this bazaar is extremely ancient, and the said has been repaired during the Qajar reign. The shops vary in size.This bazaar has two caravansaries which are responsible for the work that the various guilds are employed in.
Peer-e-Alamdar Tower – Damghan
This tower is near the Jame' Mosque and the Fathali Beig School of Damqan. In the year 417 AH., this brick tomb was constructed round in shape, with a conical dome. The structure rises to a height of 13 m. and because of a beautiful 'Kufic' ...
Zangoleh Dome – Damghan
Damghan, the ancient Persian city and the seventh historical city in the country has a dome in its chest called “Zanguleh” whose identity is still unknown. This monument has been in the list of Iran’s national monuments since 1346 solar year ...
Tepe Hissar – Damghan
Tepe Hissar (Tappeh Hissar) is located near Damghan and it is one of the important ancient hills of Iran plateau. This area has hosted residents since seven thousand years ago. The historical area of Tappeh Hesar is approximately 160 ...
Shahrokh Mirza Monastery – Damghan
In the northern scene of Jafar Shrine in Damghan, there is a building whose outer sides are five meters. This building has a small circular dome and its height is about 11 meters and it is known as Shahrokh Mirza’s Shrine. This monument dates back ...
Shah Abbasi Caravansary – Damghan
This is a relic from the Safavid era and is located in the Shaheed Fallahi Avenue in Damqan city. This structure has a tall doorway, vast hall and various rooms.There is a porch at the top of the entrance door. The walls of this "Rowbat" or inn ...
Ali Spring Edifice – Damghan
The province of 'Gomess' and the city of Damqan, was favored by the monarchs of the early Qajar dynasty. Thus prompting rulers such as Aqa Mohammad Khan and Fathali Shah to construct beautiful edifices in the vicinity of Ali Spring (Damqan).The ...
Ali Spring – Damghan
Ali Spring is one of the most important resorts in Damghan City which is located on Damghan-Sari Road.Ali Spring Complex is an enclosed area for summer leisure's of Qajar kings. The complex consists of two sections of guard house and underwater ...