Golshan Garden (Afif Abad Garden), Shiraz

Afif-abad, a museum complex which is located in the affluent afif-abad district of shiraz was constructed in 1863. it contains a former royal mansion, a historical weapons museum, and a persian garden, all open to the public.

afif abad garden is one of the oldest gardens in shiraz. during the safavid period it was used as a palace by the safavid shahs. the current main building was constructed by mirza ali muhammadkhan ghawam ii in 1863. he bought a nearby ghanat to water his garden. after his death the garden was eventually inherited by afife, thus being called afif abad. in 1962, it was restored by the army. at present this building belongs to the defense ministry and a museum of arms has been established in this structure.