Iran - Blue Hour over Glorious Naghsh-i Jahan Square and Dome of Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Esfahan

Isfahan is located on the main north-south and east-west routes crossing Iran, and was once one of the largest cities in the world. It flourished from 1050 to 1722, particularly in the 16th century under the Safavid dynasty, when it became the capital of Persia for the second time in its history. Even today, the city retains much of its past glory. It is famous for its Islamic architecture, with many beautiful boulevards, covered bridges, palaces, mosques, and minarets. This led to the Persian proverb "'Esfahān nesf-e jahān ast" (Isfahan is half of the world).

The Naghsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan is one of the biggest city squares in the world and an outstanding example of Iranian and Islamic architecture. It has been designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The city also has a wide variety of historic monuments ranging from the Sassanid to the Safavid dynasties. Remaining Islamic architectural sites were built from 11th to the 19th century, while older, pre-Islamic monuments date back to 1000 B.C.

Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Lens’s focal length: 24.00 - 105.00 mm, Photo Focal length: 28.00 mm, Aperture: 16, Exposure time: 13.0 s, ISO: 125

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  2. Koshyk (30 months ago | reply)

    So beautifully captured photo of this spellbind building!

  3. Verena Sala (30 months ago | reply)

    wow - what an other world...wonderful...
    this is absolutely excellent!!!

  4. isahilo (30 months ago | reply)

    una preciosidad de imagen

  5. David Guidi (30 months ago | reply)

    Very nice shot!

  6. Pepelahuerta (30 months ago | reply)

    Bellisima foto.feliz Año.saludos

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  8. GlobeTrotter 2000 (30 months ago | reply)

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  9. Raymond Larose (30 months ago | reply)

    Very nice colors in this one!

  10. Maurizio Photography (30 months ago | reply)

    What a gorgeous capture of this lovely mosque, love the reflections on the water and lighting! Wish you a wonderful Sunday! : )

  11. carlo.ghiani (30 months ago | reply)

    molto bella

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    Remarkably Beautiful! Brilliant Composition! 'Happy Holidays'! Cheers!

  13. Dani℮l (30 months ago | reply)

    Wow, that light is beautiful!

  14. Aron Hjalti Björnsson (busy) (30 months ago | reply)

    Great shot and nice colors . The effect on the. The fountain is very nice

  15. avalon20 (mac) (30 months ago | reply)

    a photo with balanced colours.

  16. ☆Sushil☆ (30 months ago | reply)

    lovely night shot

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    Beautiful colors & reflections

  18. sidahmed26 (30 months ago | reply)

    woww beautiful and rely nice bravo!

  19. SajiAntony (30 months ago | reply)

    great capture...

  20. * onda * (30 months ago | reply)

    Fantastic shot!

  21. lclesner (30 months ago | reply)

    Beautiful shot.

  22. chris.lawes (30 months ago | reply)

    Great shot, Lovely Mosque!

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  27. tobey308 (30 months ago | reply)

    Beautiful night shot!

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    THIS IS VERY NICE!!!

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    Now I know Iran is so beautiful.

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  31. gsjeevi (30 months ago | reply)

    nice shot.

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    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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    Stunning shot! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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    Superb shot
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    Fantastic light, great night-shot Lucie!

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    Clean & sharp! i love it.
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    Have a joyous Christmas my friend and may the New Year will brings you forever happiness. Cheers!

  40. Rana___ (30 months ago | reply)

    beautiful photo

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    Wow, very cool Shot.

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    perfect lights... amazing

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