• Isfahan is full of amazing and beautiful historical monuments that have turned it into a city museum. One of the beautiful monuments of this city is the Khaju Bridge. A beautiful and pleasant place that attracts the eyes of every viewer, which was built by the order of Shah Abbas II. Other names of the Khaju Bridge include: Shah Bridge, Baba Rokn al-Din, Hassan Abad, Shahi and Shiraz.
  • The reason for the name of this bridge is that it is located in the Khaju neighborhood of Isfahan. It should also be noted that Khaju is a distortion of the word Khajeh, which is due to respect for the eunuchs of the Safavid era.
  • The architectural style, tiling and painting of the Khaju Bridge are a world masterpiece in their own right that attracts the eyes of all viewers. The construction of the Khaju Bridge took 6 years. This bridge is 133 meters long and 12 meters wide. The width of the Khaju Bridge is 133 meters and its width is 12 meters. The Khaju Bridge is adjacent to the Zayandeh Rood River on one side by steps. There are 11 steps, and people can sit on them to provide a refreshing space.
  • Khaju Bridge is built on the eastern side of Si-o-Se Bridge and is about 1,800 meters away from it. The presence of architectural spaces, tile decorations, paintings, and the function of converting the bridge into a dam have distinguished Khaju Bridge from other bridges in Zayandeh-Roudeh, even Si-o-Se Bridge in Isfahan.
  • In addition, the number and design of the openings of Khaju Bridge are significantly different from the design of the openings of Si-o-Se Bridge; so that the number of openings of Khaju Bridge is 24; while the number of openings of Si-o-Se Bridge is 33.”
  • Interesting points about Khaju Bridge
    Stone lions: One of the wonders of the stone lions on both sides of Khaju Bridge, stand next to one of the lions and look into the eyes of the opposite lion, the eyes of that lion will shine. These two stone lions are the symbols of the Bakhtiari soldiers who bravely protect Isfahan and Zayandeh Rood. The letter engraved on the body of these lions is the initial of the names of the stonecutters. In addition, a symbol of ancient sports can also be seen on their bodies.
    The candle of Khaju Bridge: At sunset, when you look at the lower openings of the bridge from a 30-degree angle from the east outside the bridge, you will see the candle.
  • Creating a dam at Khaju Bridge: In the past, Khaju Bridge was also considered a dam. According to Professor Upham Pope, one of the greatest American Iranologists who has done a lot of valuable research on the history and art of Iran, “In the construction of Khaju Bridge, according to the opinion of foreigners who have visited it; There is a rhythm of honor, dignity, the happiest instrument and consistency, and features of fun and entertainment!”
    Shahneshin: In the eastern and western parts of the bridge, we see a building with painted decorations, and this was a place to watch swimming and boating competitions that kings and courtiers would watch.
  • Architects’ signatures: When you walk through the openings under the bridge, you will notice special marks carved on stone slabs of different sizes on the walls. The artists who were responsible for installing the stone slabs left their signatures. And perhaps they wanted to check the correct placement of the stones.
  • Eagle image from above: Watching this bridge from the sky, you will be reminded of the image of an eagle with spread wings. Note that the eagle’s feather pattern is depicted by the congresses of the different floors and the Shahneshin depicts its head.
  • Fountain arch ceilings (curved): The design of the ceiling of the fountain arches of the Khaju Bridge is such that if you stand on two opposite sides and talk quietly, you will hear each other’s voices.

Agency suggestion Zhiva parvaz is to spend one of your sweet moments in Isfahan next to Khaju Bridge. This bridge is considered one of the types of promenades in Isfahan at night. Listen to the sound of the water flow and spend some moments without the worries of life next to the water flow and the beauties of Isfahan. To see Isfahan tours, visit Zhiva parvaz Agency’s tours section.