Esfahan is located 400 km away from the Persian Gulf and is in Central Iran. According to the 2005 census report it has a population of about 4.4 million. The tobacco, cotton, grain produced in the surrounding areas of the Esfahan city forms the economic base for the city. Wool, Cotton, Brocade, Carpets, Food, Silk industries form the traditional industries of the Esfahan city. The modern industries of Esfahan includes petroleum refining and steel making.
Esfahan connects Shiraz and Yazd by road and Tehran by road and rail. Esfahan is famous for gardens and architectural wonders. Esfahan is famous for Masjid e Imam, a unique example of the magnificent Persian architecture. It also has 17th century bridges which looks elegant with its arches. Under the Safavid Dynasty, Esfahan became the capital of Persia. Esfahan is famous for the palaces, minarets, mosques, covered bridges and overall for its Islamic architectural beauty which retains the past glorious periods in history. Some of the famous places of Esfahan are as follows:
- Shahshahan Square
- Chaharbagh Boulevard
- Meydan Kohne
- Ali Qapu
- Talar Ashraf
- Chehel Sotoun
- Naqsh-e-Jahan Square
- Hasht Behesht
Esfahan is located 400 km away from the Persian Gulf and is in Central Iran. According to the 2005 census report it has a population of about 4.4 million. The tobacco, cotton, grain produced in the surrounding areas of the Esfahan city forms the economic base for the city. Esfahan is third biggest city of Iran which produces textile, handicrafts, steel, carpets etc. It also comprises the facilities to produce nuclear fuel. It has the facilities to produce largest amount of steel in the entire region. It also has an international airport. Esfahan city is in the final stages to construct the first metro line.
Esfahan is an emerging city which is famous for its architectural beauty.
