Deh Namak Caravanserai

🕰️When was it built?

The caravanserai dates to the Safavid period and was nationally listed in 1974 under number 978. Later restoration took place, and in 2008 a plan was made to restore it with private investment and bring it back into use.

🏛️What was it built for?

Travellers rested in chambers, while the camel stable held pack animals. Four loading platforms in the stable's inner corners served the handling of goods. The associated reservoir and icehouse also met the needs of a stop along the Garmsar–Semnan road.

👀What you will see

• Four iwans occupy the 4 sides of the building and frame its courtyard.
• There are 24 chambers along the sides. View the sequence of rooms from permitted routes.
• The camel stable runs around the caravanserai, with 4 loading platforms in its inner corners.
• A main reception room occupies the northern section, with 4 towers outside the building.
• The neighbouring reservoir contributes to the southern frontage. Do not enter its storage chamber.

💡Something interesting

The site has been used for some astronomy activities in the past. An old travellers' stop that has also become a place for watching the night sky.

🎒Good to know before you go

• The caravanserai is about 40 km east of Garmsar on the Semnan road. Allow time for the stop and return journey.