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Palace from Ghajar Period (19th century).
Famous for its cypress trees it was made to compete with heaven, often called
the Garden of Paradise.
In the middle of garden, has a beautiful pool with a charming palace from Ghajar
Period (19th century).
The architect was Haj Mohammad Hassan Memar.
Bagh e Eram
Shiraz, Naranjestan, 19th century. This very beautiful house and garden which
originally belonged to the Ghavam family now been restored to become the home of
the Asia Institute. A fine painted title frieze borders the roof, while the
facade has a dado of carved stone slabs. The high central porch fronts a room
lined with mirror mosaic, and the garden has been restored to an original
design.
Located in the central area of the city , this citadel has been the seat of
government and the residence of Karim Khan Zand ( 1750 - 1779) , first of Zand
Dynasty , and for a while it was used as a prison. This magnificent building
which is a triumph of architecture , has impressive plasterwork , wooden windows
and tile work . It is encircled by four great towers .
One of which on the southeastern side has
a distinctive slope. Restoration is continuing. Decoration of this complex has
been destroyed.
The area of whole place is 12800 square meter (42,240 sq. ft), the height of
each tower is 14 meter (46').
Above the entrance is a large tile image of the killing of the white devil by
Rustam. Made during Ghajar dynasty which was added later to the Arg.Outside of
the building has simple presentation but on the contrary inside the rooms have
beautiful decorations which is the characteristic of buildings during Karim
Khan. There are fountains still in operation, flower and vegetalbe gardens and
fruit trees. Work is in progress trying to save and restore the Arg.
Arg e Karim Khan
