🏛️ Soltaniyeh
Ruins and kilns of an Ilkhanid dynasty capital
The Ruins and Kilns of Soltaniyeh, part of the larger UNESCO World Heritage Site centered around the Mausoleum of Oljaytu, offer a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and technological achievements of the Ilkhanid period in Iran (13th-14th centuries).
📋 Fast Facts
- UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing the Mausoleum of Oljaytu and surrounding archaeological remains
- Founded in the early 14th century by Öljaitü as the capital of the Ilkhanid dynasty
- The mausoleum features one of the world's oldest double-shelled brick domes, over 50 meters high
- Kilns produced the distinctive turquoise-blue faience tiles that adorn the structure
Soltaniyeh represents a significant archaeological and architectural site in northwestern Iran, centered on the Mausoleum of Oljaytu. The ...