In the past, because of the long distances between cities and long-time trips, Iranians had made places in or out of towns called caravanserai. The Stone Caravanserai in Zanjan is the only remained one in Zanjan that Zanjanian people know it as Dash caravanserai too. This caravanserai is located in Zanjan to Mianeh Ring Road and in Khayam highway. The Stone Caravanserai in Zanjan is out of old part of the city and is kind of out of town caravanserais. Dash caravanserai was one of 999 caravanserais in Safavid dynasty which were built on the Silk Road. The Stone Caravanserai was built by the order of second Shah Abbas in Safavid dynasty and was important because of being on the way of Silk Road. The Stone Caravanserai in Zanjan had a plan with four balconies, one floor and original stone materials. There are other materials used in this caravanserai like Lasheh stone, bricks and plaster with sand, etc. The caravanserai is changed to a traditional restaurant after reparation which hosts Iranian and foreign visitors who choose Zanjan as their destination in all days of a year. There are other tourist attractions in Zanjan such as Soltaniyeh dome, Chapli Oghli historical complex, Kataleh khor cave and Pary Lake. You can also visit the old Bazaar in Zanjan to buy souvenirs and handicrafts like Charoogh, Zanjan knife and copper dishes. Join Alaedin Travel to experience one of the most amazing trips to Iran. Too book your hotel, flight and other special services, you can call our experts or you can easily visit our website: www.alaedin.travel
