Abbasian House
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Khāné-ye Abbāsīhā¹ or "Abbasis' House" is a large traditional historical house located in Kashan, Isfahan Province, Iran.

Built during the late 1700s, the house is a beautiful example of Kashani residential architecture. It is said to have been the property of a famous cleric. It has six courtyards that would fit the needs of different families.

It is located near the Tabatabaei House in the old historic neighborhood of Kashan.

One of the chambers has a ceiling designed with mirror pieces so as to give the impression of a starry sky under the nocturnal glitter of candlelight. The house also was designed with secret passageways, perhaps designed for the escape of the family in times of invasion and emergencies.

The house is now a museum and is protected by Iran's Cultural Heritage Organization.

Panoramic view of one of the courtyards.

View from inside one of several courtyards of the House.

See also

• Architecture of Iran
• Traditional Persian residential architecture
• Amerian House

References

1. ^ کاشان

External links

• photo of courtyard

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