Glossary

French: Ensemble du Khanegah et du sanctuaire de Cheikh Safi al-Din à Ardabil
The Sheikh Safi al-din Khanegah and Shrine Ensemble in Ardabil is a World Heritage site in Iran (Islamic Republic of) defined by the UNESCO in 2010 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 510 (644, 139) in our monthly survey..

"Built between the beginning of the 16^th century and the end of the 18^th century, this place of spiritual retreat in the Sufi tradition uses Iranian traditional architectural forms to maximize use of available space to accommodate a variety of functions (including a library, a mosque, a school, mausolea, a cistern, a hospital, kitchens, a bakery, and some offices). It incorporates a route to reach the shrine of the Sheikh divided into seven segments, which mirror the seven stages of Sufi mysticism, separated by eight gates, which represent the eight attitudes of Sufism. The ensemble includes well-preserved and richly ornamented facades and interiors, with a remarkable collection of antique artefacts. It constitutes a rare ensemble of elements of medieval Islamic architecture."
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Criteria:

(i)(ii)(iv)

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