The name of Kerman can be seen in the inscriptions of Darius. Kerman is the name of an area from that yak wood is transported to Achaemenid palaces. Greek writings also called it Kerman and the people of Kerman were called part of Persians.
Kerman means work, effort and duty as well as employee, diligent, skilled and master. Also meaning conscientious and other words that are made of Kerman, all convey the meaning of work, effort therefore Kerman means the land of effort and work.
According to Herodotus, Karmania was one of the twelve tribes of Iran and the fourteenth Achaemenid province included the province of Kerman.
Dokhtar Castle and Ardeshir Castle are from the Parthian period in the east of the current city of Kerman, whose ruins are still standing. It is evidenced that at least in the time of Ardeshir Babakan, there were urban settlements and important fortresses in this place.
Kerman is now located in the southeast of f Iran. This province is limited from the north to the provinces of South Khorasan and Yazd province, from the east to Sistan and Baluchestan province, from the west to Fars province and from the south to Hormozgan province. The area of Kerman province is equal to 183.193 square kilometers and is largest, widest province in Iran.
The religion of most people in Kerman is Islam. A population of several thousand Zoroastrians and a minority of Jews also live in Kerman.
In this city, religious minorities hold their rituals and celebrations. Sedeh celebration, that is one of the largest Zoroastrian celebrations of its kind, is held every year in February in Kerman. Sedeh celebration was registered in the list of national cultural monuments of Iran in 1390. The Kermanis are Persian-speaking and ethnically Persian.
But in the past centuries, in some cases, different ethnic groups, especially Turkic tribes and nomads from Central Asia and even the Mongols, have immigrated to parts of Kerman province, and also a number of Lor tribes and tribes of the Baluch people have migrated to this province in recent times.
Due to its special historical, geographical and cultural location, Kerman has always been considered as one of the most important tourism centers in Iran and hosts a large number of domestic and foreign tourists every year.
Kerman is one of the most important and historical provinces of the country. Kerman province is the southeastern center of the country and is a kind of industrial, cultural, political, agricultural, academic-scientific, religious and other indicators among the provinces of the southeastern region of the country. Kerman province also has more than 660 registered national historical monuments. Kerman province has five UNESCO World Heritage Sites and ranks first in Iran in this regard.
Dome of Jabalya: It is one of the buildings related to the pre-Islamic period, which is also mentioned in history as the Dome of Gabri. In all histories, the dome is attributed to the Sassanid period (it may have been a fire temple – or the tomb of a Zoroastrian). In Kerman, it is so common about this building that camel milk was used in its mortar and therefore it had a plan in its strength.
Ganj Ali Khan Collection: A masterpiece of the Safavid era and one of the most beautiful and most visited historical places in Kerman. This complex, which is reminiscent of the efforts of Ganj Ali Khan, the ruler of Kerman at the time, includes: a bazaar, a bath, a square, an inn, a water depot, a mosque and a mint. Ganj Ali Khan Bath is one of the famous and spectacular parts of this complex, whose beautiful architecture arouses the admiration of every viewer.
Prince’s Garden: The Prince’s Garden is one of the most beautiful historical gardens in Iran related to the Qajar period, which is located in the city of Mahan, near the city of Kerman on the slopes of the high and beautiful mountains of Tigran. This building is one of the monuments of Abdul Hamid Mirza Farmanfarma, the ruler of Kerman and in the late Qajar period. This garden has a very beautiful entrance, a royal mansion and a bathroom. This garden was registered in the UNESCO World Heritage List on July 20, 2011.
Mozaffari Grand Mosque: It was built in the 8th century (750 AH) during the time of Al-Muzaffar and is located in Mushtaq Square in Kerman. The famous archaeologist “Pope” considers this mosque as one of the greats of Islamic and Iranian architecture and the background of this land.
Malek Grand Mosque (which was renamed Imam Mosque after the Islamic Revolution of Iran) was built in the fifth century during the Seljuk period, is a thousand years old and is currently located in the southern part of the historical area of Kerman Bazaar.
Tomb of Shah Nematullah Vali: The tomb of Shah Nematullah Vali (a famous ninth century mystic and poet) is located 30 km southeast of Kerman in the city of Mahan. This building has an area of 32,000 square meters. This complex has been built for six centuries and has beautifully witnessed the continuation of Iranian architecture in the past six centuries.
Kerman Bazaar: This order of the bazaar starts from Arg Square and ends at Moshtaghieh Square. Each part of Kerman Bazaar was built during the reign of one of the rulers of this city and is unique and world-famous in Iran due to some of its features. This market is the longest order in the Iranian market.
Zoroastrian Fire Temple: Kerman hosts a population of one thousand Zoroastrians. Kerman Zoroastrian Fire Temple is one of the most beautiful fire temples in the world. The only Zoroastrian anthropological museum in the world is located in this fire temple. Kerman is one of the few cities where the celebration of the century (one of the national holidays of Iran) is still held every year on the 10th of Bahman. Kerman Centennial Celebration is registered in the list of national rituals of Iran.
mountain is in the eastern part of Kerman city in Kerman province. It dates back to 12,000 years ago, when “Shyushegan” was the ancient name of the mountain.
Dargah Gholi Bey Throne: The tomb of one of the descendants of Bahram Beg is called Dargah Gholi Bey. Dargah Gholi Bey was one of the rulers of the late Safavid period and the head of the Afshar tribe in Kerman. He was the only famous person of Afshar who had his name on the tongues for 150 years after Ganj Ali Khan. This building is the burial place of “Khajeh Mohammad Atabak”, one of the men of the Seljuk era.
Tomb of Mushtaq Alisha: The dome of Mushtaqieh, which is also known as the Three Domes, is one of the works of the Qajar period in Kerman Three domes were built in 1260 AH on the tombs of Mushtaq Ali Shah (the great mystic of the twelfth century AH), Sheikh Ismail and Kowsar Ali Shah. The decorative works of the Mushtaqiyah collection, made in the last century, include tiling, painting, bedding, application, and Mogharnas.
Harandi Museum Garden: One of the national monuments of Iran, including the beautiful garden, paleontological museum and museum builder
natural attractions
Loot Desert of Shahdad: One of the natural areas of Kerman that has always been considered by Iranians and tourists is Loot Desert of Shahdad. The hottest spot on Earth with a temperature of 70.7 degrees Celsius is located in this desert. Another natural attraction of this region is the clumps of Shahdad, which is considered to be the largest natural clump in the world and is mentioned as the most unique and attractive desert complication. The clots are formed by water and wind erosion over thousands of years and from a distance look like a large but uninhabited city.
Bam Citadel, as one of the most famous attractions of Kerman province, is located in the southeast of Lut desert and near Bam city. This unique brick structure is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It has an attractive architecture and shows a spectacular example of the defense structure in Iran. Especially since throughout history, it has protected the eastern regions of Iran like a strong wall. This structure was considered the largest brick structure in the world. It is currently one of the most visited places in Iran and many tourists visit it every year. Bam citadel has had a significant presence in the history of Iran and today it shines like a shining jewel in the desert
Hezar Mountain: With a height of 4501 meters, it is the fourth highest mountain in Iran and the highest peak in the south of the country. Villages on the slopes of Hezar Mountain, with a pleasant climate and Rhine Falls, which is located in the heart of this mountain, Hezar Peak is located in the south of Rayn city in Kerman province. The height of Hezar Peak is estimated by accurate measurement by GPS device 4501 meters, which is therefore the highest peak in Kerman province and the highest peak in the central plateau of Iran. Hezar Mountain is called Hezar because of having a thousand different types of plants. The villages at the foot of Hezar Mountain, with their pleasant climate and the Rhine Falls, which is located in the heart of this mountain, receive many guests in spring and summer. Hezar Mountain with an area of 900 square kilometers is the source of Tehran River. At a short distance from the peak, there are a thousand shrines that are built in the form of square porcelain stone. The highest residential area in Iran is Bab Zangi village of Rain city. The height of Bab Zangi village is 3309 meters, which is located in Hezar mountain. There are several families living in this village and the villagers perform their vows on the top of the mountain. Bob Zangi village is also called Zangi.
Art
Kerman is one of the origins of art in Iran and even in the world. Kerman carpets, carpet embroidery, coppersmithing and other arts have turned Kerman into an artistic treasure in Iran.
In Kerman tour, we go to see the largest and oldest brick architecture in the world. We get acquainted with the architecture of Iranian gardens. We get acquainted with the customs of the desert people. We visit the handicrafts of the people of Kerman. We test their sweets. We go to see the desert and enjoy its beauty and tranquility. By taking photos of the desert, beautiful memories are remembered.
Overview
On the 4th day, if dear tourists request, we will go to Bam to see one of the largest brick buildings in the world.
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