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28 February 2025

A view of Safavid architectural structures is in historical Naqsh-e Jahan Square in the historic city of Isfahan, 450 km (281 miles) south of Tehran, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Isfahan, a city in central Iran, is renowned for its Persian architecture and rich history. Often referred to as ''Half of the World,'' it boasts landmarks like Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. The city's intricate tilework, grand boulevards, and historical bridges, such as the Si-o-se-pol, showcase its cultural significance.

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28 February 2025

A view of the historical Chehelsotun Palace in Isfahan, Iran, on February 21, 2025. Isfahan, a city in central Iran, is renowned for its Persian architecture and rich history. Often referred to as ''Half of the World,'' it features landmarks like Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. The city's tilework, boulevards, and historical bridges, such as the Si-o-se-pol, highlight its cultural significance.

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28 February 2025

A view of a dome of the historical Chaharbagh seminary in the historic city of Isfahan, 450 km (281 miles) south of Tehran, Iran, on February 22, 2025. Isfahan, a city in central Iran, is renowned for its Persian architecture and rich history. Often referred to as ''Half of the World,'' it boasts landmarks like Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. The city's tilework, boulevards, and historical bridges, such as the Si-o-se-pol, showcase its cultural significance.

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28 February 2025

A view of a minaret of the historical Chaharbagh seminary in Isfahan, Iran, on February 22, 2025. Isfahan, a city in central Iran, is renowned for its Persian architecture and rich history. Often referred to as ''Half of the World,'' it includes landmarks like Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. The city's tilework, boulevards, and historical bridges, such as the Si-o-se-pol, showcase its cultural significance.

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28 February 2025

A view of a street in the historic city of Isfahan, 450 km (281 miles) south of Tehran, Iran, on February 20, 2025, at midnight. Isfahan, a city in central Iran, is renowned for its Persian architecture and rich history. Often referred to as ''Half of the World,'' it features landmarks like Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. The city's intricate tilework, grand boulevards, and historical bridges, such as the Si-o-se-pol, highlight its cultural significance.

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28 February 2025

A view of a dome representing Safavid architecture is seen from the Abbasi Hotel in the historic city of Isfahan, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Isfahan, a city in central Iran, is renowned for its Persian architecture and rich history. Often referred to as ''Half of the World,'' it features landmarks like Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. The city's intricate tilework, grand boulevards, and historical bridges, such as the Si-o-se-pol, highlight its cultural significance.

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28 February 2025

A view of an entrance to a subway station in Isfahan, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Isfahan, a city in central Iran, is known for its Persian architecture and history. It features landmarks like Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and Ali Qapu Palace. The city's tilework, boulevards, and historical bridges, such as the Si-o-se-pol, highlight its cultural significance.

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28 February 2025

An illustrated photograph shows a reflection of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, captured in a hotel window with a view of a street in the historic city of Isfahan, Iran, on February 22, 2025.

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26 February 2025

A view of an entrance of Naqsh-e Jahan historical Square in the historic city of Isfahan, 450 km (281 miles) south of Tehran, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Isfahan, serves as a testament to Safavid-era grandeur. This expansive public space, dating from the early 17th century, is encircled by architectural masterpieces including the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Aali Qapu Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, which reflect Persian-Islamic design.

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26 February 2025

A view of Naqsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, serves as a testament to Safavid-era grandeur. This expansive public space, dating from the early 17th century, is encircled by architectural masterpieces including the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Aali Qapu Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, reflecting Persian-Islamic design.

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26 February 2025

A view of Naqsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, serves as a testament to Safavid-era grandeur. This expansive public space, dating from the early 17th century, is encircled by architectural masterpieces including the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Aali Qapu Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, reflecting Persian-Islamic design.

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26 February 2025

A view of Naqsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, serves as a testament to Safavid-era grandeur. This expansive public space, dating from the early 17th century, is encircled by architectural masterpieces including the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Aali Qapu Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, reflecting Persian-Islamic design.

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26 February 2025

A view of Naqsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Naqsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, serves as a testament to Safavid-era grandeur. This expansive public space, dating from the early 17th century, is encircled by architectural masterpieces including the Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Aali Qapu Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, reflecting Persian-Islamic design.

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26 February 2025

A view of the Sheikh Lotfollah historical Mosque in Naqsh-e Jahan Square in the historic city of Isfahan, 450 km (281 miles) south of Tehran, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Shah Abbas I commissions the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Isfahan, which represents a pinnacle of Safavid architectural achievement. Distinguished by its absence of minarets and courtyard, it serves as a private oratory. The structure exhibits exceptional tilework and calligraphy, culminating in a dome that displays a remarkable chromatic variance. This mosque stands as a significant historical and artistic monument within Naqsh-e Jahan Square.

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26 February 2025

A view of the Sheikh Lotfollah historical Mosque in Naqsh-e Jahan Square in the historic city of Isfahan, 450 km (281 miles) south of Tehran, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Shah Abbas I commissions the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Isfahan, which represents a pinnacle of Safavid architectural achievement. Distinguished by its absence of minarets and courtyard, it serves as a private oratory. The structure exhibits exceptional tilework and calligraphy, culminating in a dome that displays a remarkable chromatic variance. This mosque stands as a significant historical and artistic monument within Naqsh-e Jahan Square.

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26 February 2025

A view of the Sheikh Lotfollah historical Mosque in Naqsh-e Jahan Square in the historic city of Isfahan, 450 km (281 miles) south of Tehran, Iran, on February 20, 2025. Shah Abbas I commissions the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Isfahan, which represents a pinnacle of Safavid architectural achievement. Distinguished by its absence of minarets and courtyard, it serves as a private oratory. The structure exhibits exceptional tilework and calligraphy, culminating in a dome that displays a remarkable chromatic variance. This mosque stands as a significant historical and artistic monument within Naqsh-e Jahan Square.

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