Stars valley
Stars valley
one of the most amazing and beautiful places in Iran and the world, I offer you for visit go there to watch the sunset from top of the hills.
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Laft village
Laft village in Qeshm island one of the interesting ancient villages in island that has worth to see.
Shrine of Lady Masouma
Lady Fatima is the daughter of seventh Shiite Imam.
She was buried in 9th century in Qom
The present complex was built in 16th and 19th century
Vakil Mosque
Vakil Mosque which belogns to Zand era is a historical mosque in Shiraz, Iran and it was built by the order of Karim Khan Zand. The mosque has a gross area floor of 11 square m and the building covers an area of 8660 square m. This mosque is considered as one of the ...
Vakil Mosque which belogns to Zand era is a historical mosque in Shiraz, Iran and it was built by the order of Karim Khan Zand. The mosque has a gross area floor of 11 square m and the building covers an area of 8660 square m. This mosque is considered as one of the prominent examples of Islamic architecture, tiling, and carving. The southern shabestan consists of stone columns with beautiful spiral carvings. One of the unique characteristics of the mosque is that it owns 48 integrated stone columns. A 14-step minbar made from marble is one the other prominent part of the shabestan. The tiling of the courtyard and southern and northern verandas are made of main seven colors mosaic.
In the north side of the building, you can see a great vault, known as The Purl arch, on which one of the Surahs of Holy Quran has been written with Thuluth. It has an amazing architecture which is a must for visiting.
Pink Mosque
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 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. It reflects on the ground, walls, the arches and the towering spires. It even reflects on the visitors as if a colourful ball is hit by the first sun ray and explodes to thousands of butterflies all around. The original name of the mosque in Persian is Masjed-e Naseer ol Molk. It was Built by the order of one of the lords of the Qajar Dynasty, Mirza Hasan ‘Ali Nasir al-Mulk, it took 12 years to complete in 1888. Its interior reveals a magnificent masterpiece of design with stunning colours. The designers Muhammad Hasan-e-Memar and Muhammad Reza Kashi Paz-e-Shirazi used extensively stained glass on the façade and other traditional elements such as panj kāseh-i (five concaves), which create a breath taking effect of the interior like standing in a kaleidoscope. Once the sunlight hits the stained glass, the entire building is flooded by a vibrant rainbow of colours. In popular culture, the mosque is also called Pink Mosque, because its tiles are beautifully decorated with a pre-eminently pinkish rose colour.
Today this gorgeous mosque is still in use under protection by Nasir al Mulk's Endowment Foundation. Built in late 19th century, not very new and not very old, it is a celebration of both classic and modern times embedded in Islamic heritage. Speaking of this heritage, it has roots in Islamic art, architecture, tile making, geometry, patterns and other arts that flourished in the Golden Age of Islam. The best time to visit there an see the bezutiful colours is from 8:00 Am to 10:00 Am. You can take magnificiant pictures in these hours.
Naghsh-e rostam
Naqsh-e Rustam is an ancient necropolis with a group of ancient Iranian rock reliefs cut into the cliff, from both the Achaemenid and Sassanid periods (more than 2500 years ago) .
Location: Marvdasht - Iran .
Khaju Bridge
Khaju Bridge, is a bridge in the provience of Isfahan, Iran, which has been described as the finest in the provience.
The bridge is one of the most beautiful bridges in Iran.
This bridge is one of the finest examples of persian architecture at the height of Safavid cultural influence ...
Khaju Bridge, is a bridge in the provience of Isfahan, Iran, which has been described as the finest in the provience.
The bridge is one of the most beautiful bridges in Iran.
This bridge is one of the finest examples of persian architecture at the height of Safavid cultural influence in Iran.
It was built by persian safavid king, Shah Abbas ll around 1650, on the foundations of an older bridge.
Shah Mosque
Shah Mosque is one the most famous 4 ivans style mosque in Iran.it is wellknown for its special structure, Resonative dome & quantity of tiles that have been used to decorate it.the mosque`s construction began by the order of second king Abbas during empire of safavid in 1611.
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Shah Mosque is one the most famous 4 ivans style mosque in Iran.it is wellknown for its special structure, Resonative dome & quantity of tiles that have been used to decorate it.the mosque`s construction began by the order of second king Abbas during empire of safavid in 1611.
Shah mosque stands in south side of Naqsh-e Jahan sq in Isfahan.
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What is Nowruz?
The Persian New Year is called Nowruz or Eid Norooz. In Iran, the beginning of the year is celebrated when winter changes into spring. Actually, international day of Nowruz is not only celebrated in Iran. It is celebrated in many countries all around the world....
The Persian New Year is called Nowruz or Eid Norooz. In Iran, the beginning of the year is celebrated when winter changes into spring. Actually, international day of Nowruz is not only celebrated in Iran. It is celebrated in many countries all around the world. It is one of the most ancient traditions in the history.
Nowruz haft seen (seven “s”) is a table with seven significant items set on top of it. Setting this table is one of the main customs of Nowruz.
Here is list of each item with its haft seen meaning:
- For rebirth and renewal: Sabzeh (Some kind of sprout; wheat, barley, mung bean or lentil grown in a dish)
- For beauty, love: Senjed (Dried fruit, a sweet fruit from a lotus tree)
- For health: Sib(Apples)
- For medicine and taking care of oneself: Seer(Garlic)
- For wealth and fertility: Samanu (A sweet pudding)
- For the patience and wisdom that comes with aging: Serkeh (Vinegar)
- For the sunrise of a new day: Sumac (A Persian spice made from crushed sour red berries)
The first five days are the official Nowruz holiday and the 13th of Farvardin (first month on the Persian calendar) is the last day of Nowruz. Iranians celebrate the last day of Nowruz with a family picnic. They pack up a big picnic for a meal in the great outdoors. Today, this day is also called the nature day. Iranian believe that there is a curse that has been put on the 13th day of Nowrooz. It has been said that, the curse can be broken with spending this day out in the nature with family and friends.
Nowruz
Nowruz is the Iranian New Year, also known as the Persian New Year, which is celebrated worldwide by various ethno-linguistic groups.
...Nowruz is the Iranian New Year, also known as the Persian New Year, which is celebrated worldwide by various ethno-linguistic groups.
Nowruz is a rite dating back to at least the 6th century BCE, marking the new year and ushering in spring. Variously known as Novruz, Nowrouz, Nooruz, Navruz, Nauroz or Nevruz, this historic rite is observed on 21 March in many countries along the Silk Roads, including Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India, Iran, Iraq, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
One widespread tradition is the preparation of a Nowruz table, on which a number of symbolic objects are placed. While these tables differ slightly from region to region, the most common features are: water, candles, dishes of green sprouts (or Sabzeh), a traditional dish made out of crushed wheat sprouts, mirrors, eggs, and various fruits. These objects symbolise purity, brightness, abundance, happiness and fertility for the new year. In Iran, the table is referred to as the “Sofreh-ye Haft Sin”, and displays seven objects, each starting with the letter ‘S’. A similar table is set in areas of India.
Iran is as safe as USA and Canada
The International SOS Institute measured the tourism hazards of countries around the world in year 4 in terms of four risk factors including "tourism security", "health of the destination for tourism", "road safety and tourist traffic" as well as "earthquake risk". ....
The International SOS Institute measured the tourism hazards of countries around the world in year 4 in terms of four risk factors including "tourism security", "health of the destination for tourism", "road safety and tourist traffic" as well as "earthquake risk". . According to ISNA surveys, at the end of each year, the International SOS Institute publishes a Travel Risk Map to help organizations, investors and tourists better understand the dangers of the countries in which they operate and travel. The ranking shows each country's medical and health risks, travel security risk and an overview of the risks at the destination. The map has reported the trip to Iran as "low risk" and the security situation in Iran, such as the United Kingdom, France, Sweden, Oman, the UAE, Uzbekistan, China, the United States and Canada. This situation is marked in yellow on the map. While the colors of neighboring countries such as Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Russia have been shown to be slightly darker than Iran, the security in these countries is "moderate". However, parts of Iran, especially in the western and eastern border areas, turn orange, indicating a "moderate" level of security risk in these areas. The Sistan and Baluchistan area is also red in this map. The chronology of this map describes the situation in Iran: low crime and violence, limited terrorist operations, and rare in some areas. Security and emergency services have also been effective and infrastructure is somewhat healthy. But the health risk of travel and road safety in Iran is not good. This map shows the health and medical risk status of "variable" travel, meaning that medical services are not equally accessible in all parts of Iran, and the health risks of traveling to parts of Iran, including "southeast" and southwestern Iran, have been reported. These areas are marked with hashtags and abbreviations indicating health hazards.
The situation in Iran, according to its ranking in the Travel Health Risk section, is as follows: "Providing medical services in major cities, including prescription drugs, quality medical services, emergency services and dental care." Usually available in these cities.
The situation in Iran, according to its ranking in the Travel Health Risk section, is as follows: "Providing medical services in major cities, including prescription drugs, quality medical services, emergency services and dental care." Usually available in these cities.
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14 days around Iran Tehran to Tehran
14 days Tehran to Tehran
Day 1
Arrival at Tehran, meet your private tour guide, transfer to Hotel, Overnight Tehran.
Depending on your arrival time and your preference, have choices of Northern Tehran sightseeing.
Enjoy diner by the Darband streams where you can see young Tehran citizens walk up and down the stream.
Day2: Old Tehran Walking Tour
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Day 1
Arrival at Tehran, meet your private tour guide, transfer to Hotel, Overnight Tehran.
Depending on your arrival time and your preference, have choices of Northern Tehran sightseeing.
Enjoy diner by the Darband streams where you can see young Tehran citizens walk up and down the stream.
Day2: Old Tehran Walking Tour
Let’s walk together in Tehran most chaotic area! The central part of Tehran. We will go to visit a palace which have seen three dynasties and more than 7 kings lived there and 4 kings had crowning ceremonies in it, Golestan Palace. After enjoying a cup of coffee in Golestan palace garden we can go to the enormous bazaar of Tehran and ramble through it, when we get enough of it, let’s enjoy a traditional Persian food or a Kebab.
After lunch we will go to National museum of Tehran and get the chance to know these thousands- year- old priceless pieces.
If it is days between Saturday and Tuesday we can substitute National Jewelry museum with any of the main attractions.
Day 3: Kashan
On the way to Kashan, we may stop in Qom to see the mullah’s city and give a visit to Masuma shrine, th second holy shrine in Iran.For visiting this shrine ladies are supposed to wear traditional way of hijab which will be provided by shrine officials.
Giving a visit to Fin Garden in Kashan then move to the center of the city and enjoy lunch in one of Kashan’s historical houses.
After lunch doing some sightseeing: Broujerdi & Tabatabii Houses the residence of merchants who brought the Persian carpet into fame more than a century ago.
Accommodation : Historical house
Day 4: Deset and ities in the middle of Desert
If you are not claustrophobic we will walk in the corridors of underground shelter in Nushabad, Near Kashan and after that we will head to Abu Zeid Abad to enjoy desert and Dunes.
After visiting a two floor Qanat in Ardestan we will head to Nain.
Going to Nain a city in the middle of desert where we can give a visit to one of the oldest touristic mosque in Iran and having a scenery of a ruined castle by the side of it. If it’s not a public holiday we can visit caved handmade textile workshops in Mohammadieh.
Overnight Ardakan or Aqda
Day 5 :
In the morning Drive to Chak Chak a Zaroastrian fire temple in the mountains.
Then on the way to Yazd visit Maybod and its attractions Dovecots were old form of land fertilizer factory which are extinct now. Though you can see one of the renovated ones in Meybod and if we are lucky and the pottery workshop is open we will make vase of our own!
After Checking in to the hotel and a short rest going to Mirhakhmagh and a two floor water reservoir where Iranian traditional body building takes place in it.
Day 6 :
Yazd is the city of Zoroastrian’s: visiting Ostudans(grave), Temple, and if you like a new museum about their lifestyle.
We will walk through narrow turning allies and visit the magnificent entrance of Jame mosque with its tall minarets and amazing ceramic work.
Dowlat Abad Garden is a Persian garden which was built centuries ago.
In the evening we will enjoy tea in one of roof café in old part of town to enjoy sunset.
Early night to be ready for the next day long drive.
Day 7 :Pasargad
To day we have one of the longest drive on our way to Pasargad.
On the way we will stop in Abarkuh by the 4000 years old cypress tree and enjoy a good cofee there. Then drive the rest of the way to Pasargad, near Pasargad there is a restaurant which serves Pasargad’s local food which is specializedto that area and cooked by local housewives.
After this enjoyable lunch, Let’s go to a place where Persians are the most proud of, Cyrus the great tomb!
Over night Aghamir eolodge in Sa’adatshahr.
Day 8: Persepolis, necropolis
( probably you have read all about this main site ) so I keep calm and let you enjoy it with a dedicated guide of Persepolis!
In the evening meet warm Iranians in Hafez tomb reciting his poems.
Overnight Shiraz
Day 9:
Early in the morning visit the marvelous glass and light work in Nasirolmolk mosque.
Explore the beauties of Zand architecture: Vakil mosque, Vakil Hammam and
AttractiveMoshir Serai In bazaar with tantalizing handy crafts and artwork.
Day 10 drive to Isfahan
You’ll enjoy the 33Bridge and Khajoo Bridge after checking in to your hotel in Isfahan.
Day 11 :Isfahan
Marvel at the amazing royal square (Meydan-e- Naghshe Jahan).
Imam mosque perplexing features besides the impressive tile work at Sheikh Lotfollah mosque will give you the impression of how perfect were Persian tiles art, then it’s the time for plaster art in music room at Aliqapoo palace to amaze you after enjoying lunch we can enjoy the beauty of Chehel sotune (40 columns).
Accommodation: 3* hotel
Day 12: Isfahan
Going to the Armenian neighborhood, visiting Vank church which has the characteristic of Zoroastrian Muslim and Christianity all to together after that we and enjoy live traditional Persian music at music.
If you were in the mood of short hike we may go to Ruins of Zoroastrians fire temple to have a panoramic view of Isfahan.
Did you know there were shaking minaret in Isfahan which literally shakes with 5 Richter if you shake the other brick minaret with pushing and pulling by hands?!
Accommodation: 3* hotel
Day 13: Abyane
Visit this exotic village which was so remote that they could keep Their language safe after Muslim Invasion and still talk in old Persian language named Pahlavi.
On the way Natanz
Overnight Abyaneh
Day 14:
Depending on your departure time Drive To IKIA
Drive 4 hours to Air port.
$158 Per Day
2 Days of Kashan
This tour is specialized for watching the process of making herbal water and enjoying the smell of blossoms. Moreover, we've chosen the highlights of the amazing city of Kashan.
A cosy old guesthouse is provided as the accommodation and local dishes as the meals, in this tour.
Arrival and departure are Tehran and the vehicle, depends on the number of travelers, can be sedan, minibus or bus.
$60 Per Day
Qashqaei nomads Tour
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Would you like to herd sheep with the Qashqaei shepherds? I have a planned trip to the Zagros mountains, near Shiraz. There, we can meet the Qashqaei nomads, a people that have remained separate from the mainstream Iranian society. It’s guaranteed that you will be immersed in their authentic culture. During your stay, you yourself will become like a nomad. As many nights as you wish, you can spend sleeping under the stars in the tents that the Qashqaei themselves stay. In the morning, you too will wake up to make bread with your hosts. Your meals will include natural, organic, and fresh milk products like yogurt and cheese made by you and your hosts. During the day, you can learn special crafting techniques using string firsthand. You can even dress like the Qashqaei by wearing their colorful traditional clothing!
If you don’t want to miss this once in a lifetime opportunity, don’t hesitate and call me. I can plan a visit based on the number of days you wish to spend on this trip. Imagine, you could become friends with the Qashqaei nomads and visit the awe-inspiring Zagros mountains!
See you soon!