Saray-e Haj Reza

Saray-e Haj Reza, one of the valuable historic monuments of Qazvin, stands on the southern side of the city's Grand Bazaar. The building was constructed in the Qajar era by Haj Reza, a prominent merchant of the time, and was used as a caravanserai where travellers and traders could rest and do business. Saray-e Haj Reza was registered as one of Iran's national heritage sites on 11 Mordad 1384 (Solar Hijri) under registration number 12614.

With its distinctive architecture, the saray combines a caravanserai with a timcheh (a small covered bazaar). In the middle of the building lies a spacious courtyard surrounded by two-storey cells (hujras) and rooms. The vaults of the cells and the arcaded facade of the iwan are decorated with pointed arches and brick tilework, showcasing the beauty and grandeur of Qajar architecture. On its northern side the saray connects to the Vazir Bazaar (Bazaarcheh-ye Vazir). In the past it was a hub of activity for merchants from Tabriz and the Caucasus, which reflects its commercial importance and strategic position in Qazvin's economy in earlier times.

To reach Saray-e Haj Reza, you can enter the Qazvin Bazaar from Imam Khomeini Street. The saray is located near the bazaar's chahar suq (central crossing) and is easy to find. You can visit this historic attraction in every season, but the best times are spring and autumn, when the weather is mild and pleasant. When visiting, it is essential to help preserve this historic monument and to follow the principles of responsible nature tourism.