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Chehel Sotoun This palace dates back to the time of Shah Abbas I and Shah II. It stands in the middle of a large garden (67, square meters) and has three gates. Its main entrance faces an amazing pool that reflects the 20 columns of the palace%u2019s porch%u2014making it look like there are forty (that%u2019s what %u201cChehel Sotoun%u201d means in Persian).Inside, you can see the Mirror Hall, the central throne room, side halls, beautiful wall paintings, and intricate tilework. The whole place is a masterpiece!Historic Bridges of Isfahan Many beautiful old bridges cross the Zayandeh River. Some were built centuries ago and are still standing strong. These include Khaju Bridge, Si-ose-pol, Joui Bridge, Shahrestan Bridge, and Marnan Bridge. In the past, people crossed them on foot or horseback, and today they are favorite spots for walks and photos.Historic Churches in Isfahan A long time ago, during the Safavid era, Armenian people were allowed to live in the area of Jolfa in Isfahan. They built beautiful churches there, which today are both religious sites and tourist attractions. The most famous one is Vank Cathedral, which is located in the Jolfa neighborhood.11Zamzam Magazine