Be mesmerised by the richness of Iranian culture and scenery Conservative and unconventional, deeply religious and deeply surprising, Iran doesn’t fit into any easy pigeonhole. Spend two weeks following the ancient Silk Road through this under-touristed country to discover refined Islamic cities, colourful bazaars, ancient ruins, fascinating nomadic cultures and shimmering deserts. Whether you’re relaxing …
Highlights of Iran: A 14 days tour visiting the greatest sites of Iran including: Tehran – Kashan – Yazd – Kerman – Shiraz – Isfahan – Tehran Itinerary : Day 1, Tehran Upon early-morning arrival in Tehran, you are met at the airport and transfer to the hotel. After a short rest at the hotel, …
Shushtar, Historical Hydraulic System, inscribed as a masterpiece of creative genius, can be traced back to Darius the Great in the 5th century B.C. and completed in the 3rd century CE. It is as rich in its diversity of civil engineering structures and its constructions as in the diversity of its uses (urban water supply, …
This tour designed for those who stay one day in Shiraz and it includes the most important sites in Shiraz. We take a break in the middle of the tour in a coffee shop or a restaurant. Length: 8 hours Price: 60€ Highlights: Nasir Almolk mosque, Naranjestan garden, Karimkhan Citadel, Vakil Bazaar, Vakil Bath Eram …
Iran is a country full of historical attractions. If your travel time in Iran is short and you are interested in visiting the major attractions of Iran in its main cities of Tehran, Shiraz, Yazd, Isfahan and Kashan, our 9-day classic Iran Tour can be a suitable choice for your travel itinerary in Iran. In …
It is designed for backpackers and budget travelers who feel safer and more convenient when on a tour but prefer to cut down the expenses of their travel. This tour includes 12 nights visit to attraction in central and south of Iran. features : meals included: no meals transport: public transport, walking (Bus/train tickets and …
Pasargadae, Persian Pāsārgād, first dynastic capital of the Persian Achaemenian dynasty, situated on a plain northeast of Persepolis in southwestern Iran. According to tradition, Cyrus II (the Great; reigned 559–c. 529 BCE) chose the site because it lay near the scene of his victory over Astyages the Mede (550). The name of the city may have been derived from that of the chief Persian tribe, the Pasargadae, although it …
SHIRAZ | Vakil Bazaar in Shiraz is the main section of the Shiraz Bazaar which was built in 11th Century by Karim Khan as part of a plan to make Shiraz into a prominent trading center. This architecturally beautiful building is a trade hub for merchants selling spices, rugs, handmade copper pieces, antiques, Persian sweets and …
Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran. The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BCE. It exemplifies the Achaemenid style of architecture. UNESCO declared the ruins of Persepolis a World Heritage Site in 1979. Persepolis is …
The mosque is called by many different names. Mostly known as the “Pink Mosque”, it is also called the “Mosque of colours,” the “Rainbow Mosque” or the “Kaleidoscope Mosque”. This is a space where light and worship intertwine. The mosque comes to life with the sunrise and colours dance throughout the day like whirling dervishes. …
Eram Garden (Bagh-e Eram), located along the northern shore of the Khoshk River in Shiraz, is one of the most famous and beautiful Persian gardens in all of Iran. It should be noted that the word ‘Eram’ is the Persian version of the Arabic word ‘Iram’ which means heaven in Islam’s most holiest of books, …
Have a different experience in Gilan rural Heritage museum. The visitors of the Rural Museum are plunged into a genuine world of customs and traditions and have the opportunity to sightsee and explore rural living environment. The vernacular architecture, the local artistic manifestation such as handicraft and a wide range of traditions are exposed lively, …
Kerman Jame mosque is one of the best mosques in Iran for who are interested about Iranian architecture, and every year a lot of tourist visit this beautiful mosque and enjoy it, with its unique atmosphere and the wonderful beauty. made in 14th century, was the main place for Moslems prayer in Kerman, Iran. In …
The ruins of the holy city of the Kingdom of Elam, surrounded by three huge concentric walls, are found at Tchogha Zanbil. Founded c. 1250 B.C., the city remained unfinished after it was invaded by Ashurbanipal, as shown by the thousands of unused bricks left at the site.Located in ancient Elam (today Khuzestan province in …
located in the south-west of Iran, in the lower Zagros Mountains, the property encompasses a group of archaeological mounds rising on the eastern side of the Shavur River, as well as Ardeshir’s palace, on the opposite bank of the river. The excavated architectural monuments include administrative, residential and palatial structures. Susa contains several layers of …
Also known as: Korangoon Rock Relief, koorangan inscription, koorangoon, Goorangun Rock Relief, Kurangun inscription. The Kurangun (Curangoon) embossed. The Nangarest is located near the Nur-Abad (Noor Abad Mamasani) Mamasani on a body of one of the mountains called Kurangun Mountains, with an altitude of about 100 meters. This prominent role is the worship of a …
Griffin 1400 BC
We had a wonderful day with Marcus and his friend from Sweden. They were interested in history and had lots of knowledge about it. We visited the four sites, Persepolis and Necropolis(Naghsh-e Rustam) and Pasargadae and Naghsh-e Rajab. They also tried one of the best traditional dishes. Hope to see them again in this immense …