Bazaars, whose history dates back to ancient times, are one of the most important urban elements in Iran. At first, the people's need for the purchase of life goods was commenced through the exchange of goods, which, after coinage and the formation of Bazaars, it was changed to the purchase and sale of goods like the present form. Current construction of Hamedan traditional Bazaar is a memorial from the Qajar and Pahlavi era. It was considered as one of the economic pillars of the country due to its location on Silk Road. Exporting goods to the West was carried through the markets of Hamadan and Baghdad. For the first time, historians of the 4th century AD mentioned Hamadan Bazaar in their writings. This is while some others attribute the Bazaar’s early foundation to the Samanid era. Hamadan Traditional Bazaar is similar to other bazars in Iran, and is located between Ekbatan, Shohada and Babataher streets. In the past, merchants called Hamadan as Iran's warehouse due to its proper position. Also Hamadan's reputation for tanning of animal skins and making leather goods are famous. Hamadan traditional Bazaar has 30 sections such as Coppersmith, Tannery, Box-Makers, Goldsmith, Hallaj, Shoe-makers and etc. But Nowadays with the development of industry and manufacturing of products, many of them sale other goods. As the other spectacular places close to the Hamadan traditional Bazaar, you can visit the Alavian Dome, Hegmataneh Hill, which is a symbol of Hamadan, St. Stephanos Gregorian Church, the tomb of Avicenna and Baba Taher. In order to have an enjoyable and pleasant trip to Iran and the fantastic city of Hamadan keep in touch with our experts on in Alaedin Travel.
