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TabrizStrolling in the center of Tabriz, one is reminded very forcibly that it is a commercial city; one cannot miss its very large and 15th-century covered bazaar. It is already much diminished in its variety of goods, but still a great place for getting hopelessly lost amid its dusty architectural splendors. Its architectural style, numerous carvanserais, mosques , and schools have added further beauty and glory to this complex. Exact information on the history and origin of the bazaar is not available; however, historical buildings such as the Jami Mosque, and Sadeqiyeh School indicate that the complex is one of the oldest structures of the city. The present structure of bazaar dates back to the closing years of the Zand Dynasty (A.D. 1750-1779). The complex has high brick domes and arches. It includes several small bazaars, or bazaarcheh, each for a specific guild and craft. Carpet making is the main trade, but Tabriz is also renowned for its silverware and jewelry. The spice bazaar, one of the most pungent and impressive in Iran, is an excellent place for picking up henna. Look out also for Azari hats resembling those worn by the gypsies of Western Europe.
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