Naqsh-e Jahan Square

District 3, Iran

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Naqsh-e Jahan Square, located in central Isfahan, Iran, is one of the world's largest plazas and a masterpiece of Safavid urban design. Constructed between 1598 and 1629, the vast rectangular square measures 160 by 560 metres and is surrounded by magnificent Safavid-era monuments. The Shah Mosque anchors its south side, while the Ali Qapu Palace rises on the west and the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque on the east; at the north, the Qeysarie Gate provides entry to the Isfahan Grand Bazaar. The square remains a vital civic and religious center, hosting Friday prayers in the Shah Mosque, and its iconic status is reflected in its appearance on Iran's 20,000-rial banknote. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and recognized as an Iranian National Heritage landmark, it stands as a defining example of Safavid architectural and urban planning achievements.