A large part of Bushehr’s sights are historical monuments; Buildings such as Taheri and Dehdashti mansions, which are located in the old context of the city. At a short distance from the famous buildings of Bushehr, its old market is located.
However, except for a short hallway and a few empty rooms, there are no more signs of Bushehr’s old market; This market was one of the most important economic hubs of the country during its prosperity. Today, by extending the path, after a few minutes, you will reach the central market from Bushehr’s old market.
Bushehr old market is one of the traditional markets of Iran, which is located in one of the old neighborhoods of Bushehr called Dehdashti. Unfortunately, today, there are no more traces of this market except for a few empty cells. Of course, continuing along the path of the old market, we will reach the central market of Bushehr, which, with its lively and dynamic atmosphere, is a great place to get to know the native culture of the region and buy local products.
The old market of Bushehr dates back to the founding of the city, in the Afshar period. During the Qajar rule, the old market of Bushehr became one of the country’s economic hubs, and different countries, such as England, Germany, and Portugal, established consulates in the market for ease of trade. During the era of Naseruddin Shah, Bushehr old market with 240 rooms was the center of commercial and cultural communication of minorities and people from different classes.
The old market of Bushehr was built with Qajar architectural style, and in its construction, they paid attention to the local conditions of the region. This market has proper lighting and ventilation; In such a way that it prevents snow and rain from falling inside the market in the cold season and prevents direct sunlight from entering the market in the summer and makes the heat bearable for the business and buyers.
The old market of Bushehr had different lines, which included gold sellers’ market, butchers’ market, fish sellers’ market, chicken sellers’ market, dyers’ market, blacksmiths’ market, carpet sellers’ market, hatters’ market and spaces such as Tejaratkhane. From north to south, this market was divided into three parts: general service market (Tarebar market), general commercial market (fishmongers and goldsmiths market) and general Nide local market. During its prosperity, the bazaar housed two ranks of Moin al-Tajjar and Rais al-Tajjar. Each of these two main orders consisted of smaller orders.
Visiting the old market of Bushehr does not take much time; But visiting the central market will be time-consuming and fascinating.
