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Writer's pictureVOLGHAN Hosseini

Laundry building

Laundry building: a journey to the depths of Zanjan's history and cultureThe Zanjan laundry building, not only as a place to wash clothes, but also as a symbol of the culture and history of this city, opens a window to the past for visitors. Walking in this historical building is like a journey in time that takes you to the heart of the daily life of the people of Zanjan during the Qajar period.Architecture and structure:The vaults and brick domes of the laundry room show off strength and beauty with a unique elegance.The skylights installed in the ceiling create a bright and open space inside the building.The numerous basins of the laundry room are placed next to each other in a special order and as if they contain stories of the efforts and empathy of Zanjani women in their hearts.Function and importance:In the past, the laundry room was not only a place to wash clothes, but also a place for women to gather and exchange news and talk.In this place, in addition to doing daily tasks, women engaged in social and cultural interactions and strengthened their relationships with each other.The laundry room played a key role in preserving and transmitting the culture and customs of the people of Zanjan.Museum of Anthropology:Today, Zanjan Anthropology Museum displays a treasure of the culture and history of this city in the laundry building.Objects and accessories of Zanjan people's life in the past, including clothes, tools, pottery, etc., are exhibited in this museum.Visiting Zanjan Anthropology Museum is a great opportunity to learn about the rich and authentic culture of the people of this city.

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