Isfahan

Isfahan was the capital of the Safavid Empire. The city was laid out around a huge square that was lined with shops, mosques, government offices, arches, and gardens. Abbas the Great founded several colleges and led the construction of many public baths and rest houses. He also patronized workshops within Isfahan. Isfahan was known for its great mosques that were the epitome of Iranian and Arabic architecture. However, Isfahan fell to invading Afghani tribes in March 1722. Back to Unit 5 & 6 Terms
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by: Hampton Webb on December 11, 2008