Did you know that Qeysarieh Lar bazaar in Iran has remained stable despite several terrible earthquakes? This bazaar, which is famous as the oldest bazaar in the country, was by stone by Master Hossein Asoudeh. He was one of the skilled architects of the city, with the help of his children and brothers. Qeysarieh market of Larestan, Fars, because it is famous as the mother market and despite several terrible earthquakes in it. It was still in the national register in 1317AH. In this article from the Hey Persia, we intend to provide you with more information about this solid stone market. So if you are also curious, stay with us until the end of the article.
Where is Qeysarieh Lar Bazaar?
Qeysarieh market is located in Fars province and Lar city. This solid stone market has several entrances, and to enter it, you have to go to Qeysarieh West Street and after parking your car, pass the water reservoir and enter the market.
History of Qeysarieh Lar bazaar in Iran
Qeysarieh market is the oldest market in Iran and its history dates back to before the Safavid period. Its last renovation was during the time of Qarjar. Some sources attribute the history of this market to the pre-Islam era, while another group attributes it to the beginning of Islam’s arrival in the region, about 900 years ago. Of course, some other sources know about 1350 years ago. The very interesting point about this market is its unique strength, which has not had the slightest defect in it over time. The Qeysarieh Bazaar of Lar was tracing for the construction of the Vakil Bazaar of Shiraz and the Qeysarieh Bazaar of Isfahan, with the difference that both of them are made of bricks, but the Qeysarieh Bazaar is made of stone.
Design of Qeysarieh Lar bazaar
The design and construction of Qeysarieh Lar market is so beautiful that the rulers of other plateaus of Iran were tempting to build a similar market in their city. Due to this issue, Vakil Bazaar and Qeysarieh Bazaar of Isfahan were very famous. The architecture of the Qeysarieh market, this famous market with red and gray domes, became a model for the construction of other markets. This market has several features, which we will mention below in the form of headlines. The plan of Qeysarieh Lar bazaar is designed in a cruciform and u shape and has two symmetries and two cruciform axes. In the center of Gonbad market, an octagonal structure has been built.
The wonderful architecture
The ceiling height is very high. In such a way that the distance from the roof to the floor is estimated to be about 18 meters. The high altitude of the market has made the air cool and has good ventilation during the hottest times of the year. Qeysarieh market consists of 4 parts: North, South, East and West. The entrance of its southern part starts from the newly established Larestan square and ends in the northern and old areas. The eastern and western parts are located at the junction of the northern and southern parts. So that you will see a large octagonal quadrangle with a stone dome. Qeysarieh market in Larestan is built in the form of four markets. Around this two-story market, there are numerous and wide cells.
Repair and renovation of this market
Lar city, due to its geographical location near Bandar Abbas, was one of the most important and economically prosperous cities in the Safavid period. This building was repaired and rebuilt during the reign of Shah Abbas Safavi after the earthquake that occurred in the region. The second time this bazaar dates back to the Qajar era and the leadership of Naser al-Din Shah. Along with the renovation of the market, new signs and souvenirs were also in to it.
Qeysarieh Lar Bazaar in Iran
Qeysarieh market of Larestan is one of the famous places of Fars province. The best time to travel to it due to its geographical location is the second half of the year when the weather in the region is cooler. This market has several features, which we will mention below in the form of headlines. The plan of Qeysarieh Lar bazaar is in a cruciform and u shape and has two symmetries and two cruciform axes. In the center of Gonbad market, an octagonal structure has built.
