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Qom
Qom is a historical and religious city which has a special value for the Muslims all around the world due to the existence of 2 of the important shia religious sites. The city of Qom is one of the oldest cities of early Islam which has developed during different historical eras. Qom seminary is one the important ones among Shiite seminaries. Some of tourist attractions of the city can be named as:
Fatema Al Masooma Holy Shrine
Old Bazaar of Qom
Deyr Gachin Caravansary
Jamkaran Mosque
Astan Ghods Museum
Namak Lake
Fatema Al Masooma Holy Shrine
Fatema Al Masooma holy shrine which is located at the center of Qom is considered as the most important and largest religious attraction of the city. The mirror working inside, gold working on the dome and the tiling of the walls gives the shrine a great aesthetic value that attracts tourist with other religions alongside with the Muslims.
Deyr Gachin Caravanserai
Deyr Gachin caravanserai is a 1800-year old construction that was built in Sasanid dynasty. Due to the age, extent and the importance of it, Deyr Gachin is known as the "mother of Iranian caravanserais".
Namak Lake
Namak lake is a part of salt desert of Iran. Water can be found in this lake only in winters and is dried in summer time. The geometric shape of the salt in the lake, especially at the time of sunrise and sunset gives an ravishing view to the visitors.
Qom