The same being one of the historical, largest and beautiful bazaars in Iran and the middle east. Its excellent and fine architecture displays the commercial and oriental mode of life. The aggregate of this Bazaar consists of various sections.
Ahar Bazaar, Ahar
The ancient Bazaar of Ahar, is adorned in a spectacular fashion, with specific plaster moldings and unique oriental design. The bazaar is composed of various sections and has been repaired during the Qajar period.
Other Old Houses, East Azarbayjan
Besides above, there are other ancient houses too such as 'Harirchi House' Tabriz, Sharbat Zadgan house, Tajer Bashi house, Doctor Ganjehie house, Mirza Hassan Vayiz house to name a few.
Mashrootiyat (The Constitution) House, Tabriz
This ancient building or 'house' was the gathering place for the constitutional revolutionary leaders. In the year (1868 AD) This building was constructed by the leader of the movement 'Haj Mehdi Koozeh Kanani'.
Amir Nezam Garroosy House, Tabriz
This structure is the remnants of the Qajar period and is on the list concerning Cultural Heritage.
Other Old Baths, East Azarbayjan
Other ancient baths that can be named are the public bah of "Khameneh" in Shabestar and "Amir Kabir" public bath in the village of 'Turkaman Chay' in Mianeh.
Kordasht Bath, Kalibar
This ancient bath of Kordasht (Kalibar) is located in the village of Kordasht, and from the point of view of internal arrangement and wall paintings is spectacular. Water for the bath is obtained from the Aras River and after being warmed finds its way to different pools within the bath. This bath is over two centuries old and is under ground level.
Other Tombs, East Azarbayjan
There are numerous Tombs (or shrines) in the province of East Azarbayjan besides those mentioned above. Some of which are Vahsoodan Va Mamlan, Dameshqiyeh, Jamal, Molla Bashi and Ilkhchi in Tesooj city of Shabestar,etc.
Sorkh Dome, Maraqeh
This is one of the most ancient tombs of the city known as Qermezi Gonbad. Its oriental architecture is worth mentioning.
Shoara ( poets ) Tomb, Tabriz
Maqbaratol Shoara is to the east of the mausoleum of Seyed Hamzeh. This is where famous personalities such as scholars (both in the field of literature and art) are laid to rest. Such as Homam Tabrizy, Khaqani Shirvani, Asadi-e-Toosi, Abol Alla Falaki, Zahirudin Faryabi, Anvari Abiverdi, Qatran Tabrizy, Sheikh Mohammad Khiyabani, Seqatol Islam, and the contemporary famous poet of Iran, Ostad Mohammad Hossein Shahriyar.
Sheikh Shahab-edin Ahary Tomb, Ahar
The tomb of this great and famous Gnostic of the 7th and 8th century AH. is located in downtown of Ahar and has several sections.
Sheikh Mahmood Shabestary Tomb, Shabestar
This is the tomb of the great Gnostic and creator of the famous poem 'Golshan-e-Raz'. The said tomb is located in the city center in a garden called 'Golshan'.
Qafariyeh Dome, Maraqeh
This dome is from the 7th century AH. and is square shaped.
Ohady Maraqehei Tomb, Maraqeh
Dated 670-738 AH. he is reputed for his famous poem 'Jaam-e-Jam'. It is located in the midst of a verdant garden close to the building of Cultural Heritage Directorate.
Modavar Dome, Maraqeh
The architecture of this dome is very interesting and resembles a watch-tower. It has been constructed on very simple lines and could be said to be a defense tower. Like the dome, the doorway of this structure has colorful decorations.
Kabood Dome, Maraqeh
This dome is noted for its beauty, being a ten-sided prism like in shape. It is said to be the tomb of the mother of Hollakoo. This structure dates back to the 6th and 7th century AH.
Shahr Chay Bridge, Mianeh
This bridge is also known as the Pol-e-Mianeh and is on the Shahr Chay River. The initial construction of this bridge dates bake to before the 8th century AH. and was thence repaired during the Qajar era.
Shah Abbasi Stony Caravansary, Sarab
This inn is located 35 km. from Sarab in the 'Saain Pass', constructed of stone, related to the Safavid period.
Shah Abbasi Caravansary, Ahar
The pass of Goijeh Boel is one of the most beautiful vicinities in Azarbayjan, 24 km. of Ahar. In this area two caravansaries or inns can be noted, built of stone and the type of architecture shows that both were constructed simultaneously during the Safavid era.
Khoda Afarin Bridge, Kalibar
Located on the Aras River, near a place called Khoda Afarin, two bridges were constructed . The first being 160 m. in length dating back to the 6th century AH. (Saljuqian period). The second bridge 120 m. in length related to the Safavid era. The foundations of the former being in stone and the bridge itself of brick. The latter was constructed with sculptured stone and a combination of gypsum and limestone.
Jamal Abad Caravansary, Mianeh
Located in the village of Jamal Abad, 35 km. from Mianeh, constructed during the reign of Shah Abbas Safavid.
Dokhtar Bridge, Mianeh
This bridge was constructed on the Qezel Ozan River 20 km. southeast of Mianeh. In the year 1946 in order to prevent the army entering into Azarbayjan, the bridge was covered with mines by the Democrats (Communists) of Aazarbayjan.
Shahr Dary ( Municipality ) Palace, Tabriz
This building is located in the downtown of Tabriz in the famous clock (Sa'at) square. This structure was constructed in the year 1933 AD. under German supervision before World War II. The stony edifice is constructed on a ruined and ancient graveyard. There is a tower with a four sided clock on this building and at present is the municipality building of Tabriz.
Robe Rashidy Edifice, Tabriz
These are the remnants of the ancient edifices from the period of the Eilkhanians. Robe Rashidy was the center of scholars and the learned people of those times.
Khajeh Nasir Observatory, Maraqeh
This famous observatory was constructed in the year 657 AH. during the rule of Hollakoo Khan under the orders of the great Iranian scholar Khajeh Nasiroddin Toosi. Archeologists have excavated sections of this aggregate, the most important of which being the central tower and library besides other evidences of this observatory.There is also a historical cave in this vicinity from the Sassanian era known as the Talib Khan Cave.
Eil Goli Edifice, Tabriz
The former Shah Goli or the present Eil Goli (the Shah's pool) is one of the recreational areas of Tabriz and Iran located to the north east of Tabriz. The initial date of construction is not specified but this edifice has been repaired in the year 1970 according to the former lines of architecture.
Other Castles, East Azarbayjan
Besides the above mentioned castles, there are other castles in the province of East Azarbayjan, such as the Qizlar Qalasi Castle 20 km. southwest of Maraqeh, the 'Aaq Gonbad' Castle in the Islamic Island, the 'Aabi Qalesi' and 'Ismaili Kandi' Castle in Haris, the Herati Castle in Khamneh to name a few.
Zahak Castle, Maraqeh
The castle is situated 28 km. east of Ajabsheer on the eastern banks of the Lake Orumieh. According to historical evidences, this castle dates back to pre-Islamic period.
Zahak Castle, Hashtrood
The remnants of the said castle is east of the Khorassanak station on the railway line running between Tehran and Tabriz. This castle dates back to some centuries BC, but during the Esmaili reign was repaired and utilized. The said castle was most probably a watch-post of the times before being used for residential purposes.
San Sarood Castle, Marand
This ancient fort is located on a high, stony hillock 26 km. north of Marand. To the east of this, huge stone slabs can be observed related to the periods before the birth of Christ.
Qahqaheh Castle, Kalibar
This castle has also been constructed on the mountains and during the Safavid era was used as a prison for political opponents. The architecture of this castle is unique on its own and worth mentioning.
Poshtoo Castle, Ahar
This castle is one of the most important and valuable historical monuments of Ahar. Located on a high mountain 3,000 m. in altitude, having high, rocky ramparts. The only access to this castle is by the 220 stony steps.
Peyqam Castle, Kalibar
Located 13 km. from Kalibar and is related to the Parthian era. It is 18 km. from the Babak Castle.
Nodooz Castle, Ahar
This castle is located 25 km. southeast of Ahar at a height region, dating back to the Sassanian period. It is built of stone, brick and gypsum, having a tall tower.
Kordasht Castle, Kalibar
This castle is on the fringes of the Aras River, in the village of Kordasht and is related to the Qajar era.
Joeshoon Castle, Ahar
Located on a height, 26 km. west of Varzegan, this castle belongs to pre-Islamic period and was also utilized after Islam.
Dokhtar ( Qiz Qalasi ) Castle, Mianeh
The castle is located south of Pol-e-Dokhtar of Mianeh and the caravansary or ancient inn of Jamal Abad, one of the masterpieces of architecture.
Babak Castle, Kalibar
This castle is located 5 km. southwest of Kalibar, at 2,600 m. above sea level. Surrounding the castle are valleys and only access to this structure is through a narrow track. It was from this castle that Babak Khorram Din and his followers fought against the Arabs for 22 years. Historical evidences show that this castle was the center of rule in the 6th and 7th century AH., of the territory. This castle has been repaired by The Cultural Heritage Organization of Iran.
