The Tabriz Firefighting Tower stands as a remarkable testament to an important era in Iran’s firefighting history, representing one of the country’s earliest firefighting centers.
Built in 1917 during the late Qajar era, the tower was established by the Russian community living in Tabriz. Originally designed as a monitoring station, it played a vital role in overseeing and responding to fire incidents across the city.
Rising 23 meters high, the Tabriz Firefighting Tower features an octagonal brick structure. Its top is crowned with an octagonal veranda supported by eight sturdy pillars, which served as a watchtower. Scouts stationed here kept constant vigilance over the city, sounding the alarm bell whenever smoke or flames were detected to summon firefighters quickly.
Inside, a cylindrical chamber contains a spiral staircase leading to the summit. The tower was equipped with an ever-burning light on the monitoring platform, ensuring visibility at night and guiding people to safety.
Visitors can admire the tower’s exterior and façade, as the interior is currently off-limits. Around the site, historic firefighting tools and machinery are displayed, offering a glimpse into the challenges and innovations of early firefighting in Tabriz.
While the interior is closed to the public, the tower’s exterior can be explored during daylight hours. The Tabriz Firefighting Tower remains a symbol of safety, vigilance, and the city’s commitment to preserving its heritage.
For more detailed information about the tower’s history and significance, see the official ICRO page for Tabriz Fire Tower.
