Meshginshahr is one of the historical cities in the province of Ardabil, which has many spectacular attractions such as Sheikh Heydar Tomb and Yeri City. This beautiful city, with its long ancient history, attracts many tourists each year. Sheikh Heydar Tomb belongs to the father of Shah Ismael. The Tomb of Sheikh Heydar, was known as Imamzadeh among the local people in the past. This monument is seen as a circular tower from the outside. The height of the building is 18.5 and its diameter 10.5 meters, and two lower floors in the form of cylindrical tower. Travelers to Sheikh Heydar Tomb can see the beautiful colored turquoise tiles, which is adorned with Quranic verses in Kufic lines. On your visiting from this monument you can go to the lower floor and into the Sardabeh, Inside the Sardabeh there are 7 graves, 6 graves in the middle of the dome and the other one is placed at the end of Sardabeh. Some believe that the Sheikh Heydar Tomb dates back to the seven and eighth century AH and the tile works were completed in Safavid period. According to the inscriptions that are found in the recent years this tomb dates back to 731 AH. Sheikh Heydar Tomb has been reconstructed and now different public exhibitions are being held there. If you want to have a memorable trip and visit other sights of Meshginshahr such as Kapar Touristic Area and Kohneh Qal'e join on Alaedin Travel tours. Keep in touch with our experts to book your tour, hotel and airline tickets for your trip to Iran. Call us on +98 2174495
