This caravansary is located at midst the bazaar of Qazvin and near its intersection. In its eastern face are the textile merchants, whereas the southern side leads to the bazaar itself. The said vicinity was formerly the mint and trading center before the World War I. Today it has lost its prior importance.
Vazir Inn, Qazvin
The structure is a two storeyed one in the vicinity of the Vazir Bazarche and opposite Qeisarieh. The lower floor has a vast courtyard with chambers on the four sides. The chambers of the upper floor have wooden doors. Besides which spectacular oriental works of art with the use of colored tiles such as green, yellow, azure and blue are displaying hunting scenes and floral designs.
Shahroodi Inn, Qazvin
The said structure is located to the west of the city and river, and was constructed by Haj Mohammad Hasan Shahroodi. The inn was utilized as a shelter during the Constitutional Revolution Movement.
Sa'dieh (Sa'dol Saltaneh) Inn, Qazvin
This caravansary is located in Imam Khomeini Avenue of Qazvin and was constructed by Sa'dol Saltaneh in the Qajar period. The same is a single structure, with a vast courtyard and chambers surrounding it. The ceilings are of the traditional Yazdi style, and its vestibule is adorned with brick and tile-work. In the eastern, western and southern sections of the main courtyard are other smaller courtyards that are also surrounded by chambers.
Qazvin Bazaar Aggregate, Qazvin
The above mentioned is a remnant of the Safavid period and its architectural effects are extremely interesting. Though the nucleus of this bazaar is relevant to the pre-Safavid times, during the reign of the said dynasty, the bazaar had witnessed expansion. Each row or alley of the bazaar was allocated to a certain guild, besides which each segment comprised of a mosque, bath and arcade.
The same is a double storyed structure. Its beautifully designed ceilings have made it to appear similar to an arcade. To the north of this caravansary is a vicinity known as Shotor Khan and the loading area. Presently the chambers of the structure are being utilized as warehouse.
Other Caravansaries, Qazvin
These are as follows: The Panbeh Caravansary, Razavi Caravansary and the Golshan caravansary in Qazvin.
Soltan Abad Caravansary, Qazvin
The above mentioned is located at a distance of 10 km. from Qazvin, and to the left of the Qazvin -Takestan Road. It is a remnant of the Qajar period. This structure is on a rectangular basis, but has four false arches in each corner. Thus rendering it an appearance of an octagon. Its entrance is to the northern side.
The said bridge lies en route from Qazvin to Bo'inn Zahra. The bridge has three arches, two of which are larger. These arches are pointed. The center of the bridge lies on a higher level than the sides. Its lower segments and base are constructed of stone, mortar and limestone, whereas the upper sections are made of brick.
Qorban Ali Qazan Caravansary, Qazvin
The same was constructed by Hassan Khan Yoozbashi before the Constitutional Revolution Movement. In the World War I, the same was converted to a garrison by the Russian forces. Later it became a vicinity where merchandise ware dealt with, and thence turned into a dry fruit factory.
Mohammad Abad Khoreh (Khorheh) Caravansary, Qazvin
The same is located on the Qazvin - Bo'inn Zahra Road and is a remnant from the Safavid age. The structure is a five sided one with two circular towers, and a rectangular courtyard. The structure has been constructed on an angular basis, and between each of the four sides an elevated arch can be observed.
This bridge is located en route the Qazvin - Rasht Road and has four arches. The third arch is bigger than the others. The height and sharp curve of the fourth arch is more than the other arches. Every arch has zigzag shape. Between the two small arches and the third and fourth arches there are some chambers. This bridge was constructed in the year 1209 AH.
Sangi Tower, Qazvin
This tower is located in the rural district of Tarom, and is another example of historical towers of the province.
Kharaqan Tomb Towers, Qazvin
These towers are located at a distance of 1 km. from the Hesar Armani village, and within 32 km. of the Qazvin - Hamadan Road. The same are close to one another, though they are located in a vast vicinity. The eastern tower is octagonal with round pillars in the eight corners. The plinth of the tower was repaired in 1968.
This tower is located in a site 12 km. north of Qazvin, and has a wonderful panorama as well as a pleasant climate. The Barajin Tower is on an elevation. The foundation of the tower rests on an octagonal platform with eight semi circular pillars around it. The same has been constructed with rubble stones, slabs of stone, brick, gypsum and mortar. It is a relic of the 4th or 5th century AH.
Other Tombs, Qazvin
The Mir Ibrahim Ebne Masoom Tomb in the Atiq cemetery; the Sheikh Ahmad Qazali Tomb in the Payqambarieh Avenue; Jalil Ebne Qazi Qazvini Tomb in the Akhund locality
Yaleh Gonbad Dome, Qazvin
The same was constructed on elevation, at 37 km. of the Qazvin - Rasht Road. In its construction some materials such as brick and slabs of stones were used. The construction of the dome is round and in its external facade there is five projections in the form of circular pillars. There are no concrete information regarding the date of foundation and the name of the personality buried under the dome.
Sadr-e-Jahan (Imamzadeh Abazar) Tomb, Qazvin
The same is located in elevations to the north east of Qazvin. This is a mountainous vicinity with an extremely pleasant climate. From the internal, the mausoleum is a quadrangle, and its lower section is covered with four columns. The sepulchre is in the center of the mausoleum, and the engraved tombstone is near the entrance. The personality buried therein was a minister of the times.
The said tomb is that of Mirza Hassan, a freedom fighter in the Constitutional Revolutionary Movement. He aided the liberal forces of Gilan in overtaking Tehran. This two storeyed rectangular structure is located in the Qazvin - Karaj Road. The tower section is constructed of brick, stone and comprises of a cellar and water reservoir.
The tomb mentioned is located in the Panbeh Reeseh locality of Qazvin, and is probably related to a reputed Sufi Gnostic, who passed away in the year 650 AH. The structure has four brick arches with the tomb in the center and a wooden rail around it. At the foot of the bomb is a heart shaped slab embedded in the ground, its fringes are adorned with the Nasta'liq script.
Kafar Gonbad Dome, Qazvin
This octagonal dome is located in the village of Niraq .The plinth of the construction is made of stone, and other parts are of brick. In the middle of three sides of it there are three doorways or entrances. The arches of northern and western entrance are steep. On the eastern wall, there is a portal in a crescent form. Currently, the circular dome or the remains of its cover is apparent on the top of the construction.
The Hasan Abad Village is located within a distance of 1 km. on the right bank side of Shahrood River. The cemetery of this village is on the top of a elevated hill overlooking the road. On top of the said hill there is a structure. This pyramid-shaped construction of stone has a cone-like irregular dome. The same is constructed of rubble slabs of stone as well as mortar. This probably dates back to the Sassanide or Al Booyeh era.
Hamdollah Mostowfi Tomb, Qazvin
The said lies in the Panbeh Reeseh locality of Qazvin, and is also reputedly known as the tall dome. Hamdollah Mostowfi who was a honored geographer came from a famed family of Mostowfian dynasty. He was born in the year 680 AH. in the city of Qazvin, and passed away around 750 AH. This tomb is a relic of the Mongol era.
Other castles of the province are: the Sangrood castle, Shirkooh castle and Eivan Niaq castle in Qazvin. Qestin Lar castle in Lar, Rashgin town and Meymoondej castle in the rural vicinity of Roodbar.
Sasan Castle (Large Tomb), Qazvin
The same is situated in the heights of a hillock, in the Tarom village of the township of Takestan. From the three sides it has a steep gradient, thus gaining access to this structure is difficult. The structure is like an octagonal tower, and surrounding it are ramparts to the length of 6.5 m. and to the height of 2 m.
The said is located on a rocky elevation. Currently only some sections of its ramparts are left to be seen. According to the narration of Naser Khosrow, the said castle had three ramparts within each other. Presently the most intact portion is its northern rampart, placed between two circular towers.
The same is located on a mountain in northeast of the Garm Rood Village. The remnants of this structure are a few chambers and rooms, the main building and a part of its wall. In this area, ruins of other towers and castles such as Ilan, Sefidar and the castle of the Farandaj Village can be also seen. Most of these castles are located en route to the Almoot Castle.
Mohammad Zaman Khan-e-Reshvand Castle, Qazvin
This castle is located in the northern part of Qazvin. The same was the residence of Mohammad Zaman Khan-e-Reshvand and was constructed by him. Materials utilized in the construction were stone, mortar and gypsum. For the towers colossal stones have been used. The castle has three quarters, i.e., the internal, external and the servants quarters, bath, mill and stable. The grand external hall of the castle still exists. The large water reservoir of the castle was made of large bricks and still is in use.
Lambasar Castle, Qazvin
The said castle is one of the magnificent structures of the province with the two rivers of Lomehdan and Mineh flowing on the two sides of it. From three sides, that is in the eastern, southern and northern directions, this castle prolongs towards deep precipices. Its southern and eastern ramparts can still be observed. The southern gateway of the castle comprises of two successive doorways with a 6m. difference in level. To both sides of the first doorway, are two towers each 6 m. in height. The walls and ceilings of the successive doorway are of sculptured stone.
The above mentioned is located in the mountains near the village of Abakloo. The structure extends from the three sides to a steep precipice, with its entrance being to the southern side. The structure is mainly a brick construction, and is probably a remnant of the Sassanide or Al Booyeh periods.
Alamoot Castle, Qazvin
The said structure is situated in the heights, surrounding by gigantic precipices and deep crevices. The only means of access to this castle is by a narrow trail to its north. The Alamoot Castle has an eastern and western sector, each of which comprises of two segments again. These are the lower and upper castles. The length of the structure is approximately 120m. and its width ranges from 10-25 m. in certain areas.
