Jolfa neighborhood, Isfahan

Nearly 400 years ago, by the order of Shah Abbas of the Safavid dynasty, the people of a city, now located in present-day Azerbaijan, left their homes and settled in the city of Jolfa. These people, all Armenians, endured a harsh autumn and winter on their journey, but with the arrival of spring, they moved to the provinces of Isfahan Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari. About 3,000 families from this group entered the city of Isfahan, and the king, to demonstrate his goodwill, gifted them lands along the Zayandeh River. These lands have now turned into a beautiful township with unique architecture and were named New Jolfa, reflecting the original homeland of the Armenians.

The Jolfa neighborhood is one of the old and beautiful districts of Isfahan, boasting a historical texture and being one of the city’s attractions.

Key features and points about the Jolfa neighborhood:

• Located in the historic and ancient center of Isfahan city.
• A very old fabric dating back to the Safavid era.
• Traditional and beautiful architecture with brick alleys and buildings.
• Presence of traditional bazaars and old shops.
• Offering Isfahan’s traditional handicrafts and foods in this neighborhood.
• Numerous tourist and historical attractions.
• Hospitable people with a rich culture.