Mausoleum of Shah Abbas I, Kashan

Name: Mausoleum of Shah Abbas I
Address: Kashan, Iran

#14 among attractions in Kashan

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The Mausoleum of Shah Abbas I is the burial place of Abbas I, the Safavid king of Persia. The mausoleum is located in Kashan, Iran. According to the dates on the mihrab of the tomb, the primary structure was built before 12th century. The structure was expanded in the Safavid era. In the southwestern portico, there is a rectangular stone, which originates in Caucasus. ()

Local name: امامزاده حبیب بن موسی Coordinates: 33°58'53"N, 51°26'23"E

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Mausoleum of Shah Abbas I – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse, Tabatabai House, Āmeri House, Agha Bozorg mosque.

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Which popular attractions are close to Mausoleum of Shah Abbas I?

Nearby attractions include Jameh Mosque of Kashan, Kashan (7 min walk), Agha Bozorg mosque, Kashan (10 min walk), Khaje Taj od-Din mausoleum, Kashan (11 min walk), Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse, Kashan (12 min walk).

How to get to Mausoleum of Shah Abbas I by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mausoleum of Shah Abbas I:

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Central City Bus Station (11 min walk)