🏛️ The Persian Caravanserai

Lifestyles & Culture Iran Asia

Mayāmey is one of 54 caravanserais recognized collectively as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, inscribed in 2023. Built during the Seljuk dynasty, this roadside inn exemplifies the architectural and functional standards of medieval Iranian hospitality structures. Positioned along a strategic trade corridor in Semnan Province, Mayāmey served merchants, pilgrims, and ...