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Khorasan Great Museum

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The Great Museum of Khorasan, located in Mashhad, Iran, is a newly established museum showcasing the historical and cultural heritage of the Khorasan region. It features a modern architectural design inspired by the Sun Palace (Khakh-e-Khorshid) in Kalat. The museum's collection includes a wide range of artifacts from various historical periods, with a focus on objects from Neyshabur, Tous, and Dargaz.

The museum is situated in the Koohsangi Park area of Mashhad, the capital of Razavi Khorasan province. The building's design incorporates elements from the Sun Palace, a historical structure in Kalat, and features a minimally modern style with Iranian and Islamic touches.

The museum houses a diverse array of historical artifacts, including:
Specialized Khorasan earthenware and metalwork.
Firepots from Sasanian fire temples in Dargaz.
Brick inscriptions from the Sasanian period.
A rock relief from the Islamic era.
A windmill.
Exquisite works from the Shahnameh (Book of Kings).
Manuscripts of the Quran.
Clothing from South Khorasan.

The Great Museum of Khorasan is a prominent cultural institution that plays a vital role in preserving and exhibiting the rich history and civilization of the Khorasan region, spanning from antiquity to the Qajar period. It is also a popular tourist destination in Mashhad, attracting both pilgrims and general tourists.

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Visitor Information

  • Opening Hours:
    • Monday: 08:00 – 20:00
    • Tuesday: 08:00 – 20:00
    • Wednesday: 08:00 – 20:00
    • Thursday: 08:00 – 20:00
    • Friday: 08:00 – 20:00
    • Saturday: 08:00 – 20:00
    • Sunday: 08:00 – 20:00
  • Entrance: Paid
  • Cash/Credit Card accepted: Cash
  • City: Mashhad
  • Address: Police Station Highway, Koohsangi Park
  • Phone number: +985137269502