A detailed plan with map and where to stay and go and eat for traveling to Kashan and around it
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Aminoddole Caravanserai or Timche Aminoddole (in local language) is a intersection in the middle of the grand market in Kashan in Iran. It means you need to walk inside the market hall until you find Timche. You will see the reflection of Iranian architect here. The basic foundation of this market was built in 12th century but it repaired and resigned like what you see now during Qajar dynasty in Iran (1789-1925).
Design of Aminoddole Caravanserai
This is actually a business place for trading stuff like Persian rug. Also a resting or meeting place for people who want to have their lunch together. There is a pool in the middle and fantastic design everywhere. It seems this places is not originally made for business, it is made for tourism and joyful moments here.
It is actually a three-story ceiling. One is the main one which is the big one too, and to other in sides. The actual geomatical shapes you see on the ceiling are Muqarnas. You also see three big whole on the ceiling that lead sun light in and also act as a natural air conditioner too.
There are markets and even a small old Café that you can order tee or you breakfast. You can also find many old objects from Iranian culture there such as “Kuze” or “Tarazu” which is “scale” in English language.
You won’t find a centimeter wirthout design there. In all of my travels, this is actually one of my most favorite places to visit in whole Iran. I can’t get enough of watching it’s ceiling. Here is why:
When and where to go?
Best time for visiting Aminoddole Caravanserai in Kashan is Spring. Make sure you go there in day time and not in holidays. Since it is a part in market, it is only open in working days. Here is the location of Timche Aminoddole: