Baqcheh Jooq Palace

Baqcheh Jooq Palace is a palace located between the border towns of Maku and Bazargan in West Azarbaijan.

It is situated in a vast garden covering about 11 hectares (27 acres). This palace was built at the end of Qajar dynasty under the orders of Iqbal-ol-Saltaneh Makui, one of the commanders of Mozafaredin Shah.

History and construction

The palace complex was commissioned in 1858 by Naser al-Din Shah of the Qajar dynasty, and construction was completed in 1879.

Baqcheh Jooq Palace exemplifies traditional Persian architecture with multiple courtyards, iwans, and gardens.

The palace is centered around a vast rectangular courtyard surrounded by two-story arcades.

Colorful tile mosaics adorn the vaults, wall panels, floors, and fountains throughout the palace complex.

The palace gardens contain fountains.

Gilded mirrors and intricate stucco moldings embellish the palace interior spaces in typical Qajar fashion.

In its heyday, the palace would have bustled with members of the extensive royal family, guests, and servants.

Sumptuous carpets, low sofreh tables, and cushions were arranged in courtyards for picnics.

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