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Natanz 3: the monstrous plane trees

December 15, 2024January 13, 2016 by admin

Many travellers stop at Natanz to see the gorgeous Ilkhanid (early 14th century) façade. It’s only an hour or so from Isfahan, on the way to Kashan. But when I first went there, I was excited to see the ancient plane trees at the front of the Shrine. These have been suggested to have protected …

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Natanz 2: a gorgeous shrine

December 15, 2024January 13, 2016 by admin

Many travellers stop at Natanz to see the gorgeous Ilkhanid (early 14th century) façade. It’s one of the most spectacular sights in Iranian architecture, and it’s only an hour or so from Isfahan, on the way to Kashan. With its blend of glazed tile, stucco, and terra cotta it’s been described as a 3-D version …

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