800+ Historical Treasures: The Mysterious City! part(VI)

A glimpse into the past, Mukhtarzada Caravanserai (historical inn for travelers), a place built years ago with minimal facilities but remarkable elegance in Herat, Afghanistan.

For a better understanding of the subject, please refer to previous part:

Mukhtarzada Caravanserai (historical inn for travelers):

Centuries ago, caravanserais were structures that accommodated caravans, making them one of the largest types of ancient buildings. Countries with civilizations had such buildings for the rest of the passing caravans. Examples of these can be found in books.

In Afghanistan, there were also caravanserais built; unfortunately, most of them have been lost or have lost their original form today. However, in the aged cities of Afghanistan, there are still caravanserais that have preserved their ancient architectural style.

Examples of such buildings can be observed in the ancient city of Herat. A city that, until 1961, had 90 caravanserais and 17 inns.

One of the beautiful caravanserais in this province is “Mukhtarzada,” located in the center of the old part of Herat city (Chahar Suq). It has retained its original form to this day.

“Mukhtarzada Caravanserai” is counted among the most precious commercial establishments of the old city of Herat. It was constructed by “Mirza Ghulam Hyder,” also known as “Jojo,” and its distinctive architectural style sets it apart from other commercial caravanserais.

This caravanserai is constructed in a square shape, consisting of two floors, and boasts a complete sense of order and geometry. Its main entrance is located on the main road of the Iraq Market, from the southeast corner, adorned with a grand wooden gate.

Upon entering the caravanserai, four sides are positioned in front of the viewer, adorned with beautiful decorations on the columns and walls that mesmerize every beholder.

The entrance of this caravanserai is a large gate with a small sixteen-roomed pavilion, whose ceiling is beautifully crafted with brickwork and features three large skylights and eight small windcatchers.

Its rear pavilion is roofless and adorned with approximately a hundred beautiful brick columns, delicately and aesthetically crafted.

Although this historical site holds immense value and has endured for years, unfortunately, it is not receiving the appropriate care and attention it deserves.

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