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The Best Luxury Hotels in Tehran City

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The Best Luxury Hotels in Tehran City

Best luxury hotels in Tehran City The best hotels in Tehran, chosen by our expert, including luxury hotels, boutique hotels, and Tehran hotel deals. Read the reviews and book. 8/10 Espinas Hot...

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Is Iran Safe - Travel Safety Advice

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Is Iran Safe - Travel Safety Advice

The biggest question on people's minds - Is Iran Safe? This most commonly asked question is also the most easy to answer - Yes it's SAFE. So here are some common questions and responses from Westerners...

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Mobile SIM cards in Iran

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Mobile SIM cards in Iran

Looking for an Iran SIM Card to contact friends, locals, or simply to browse the internet? Here we'll cover all you need to know about mobile in Iran, including: a) Major Iran SIM Card providers: b) Brief...

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5 Tips for Traveling Iran during Ramadan

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5 Tips for Traveling Iran during Ramadan

Travelling Iran during Ramadan is nothing to worry about, well provided you prepare a little. Here are 5 Tips for Travelling Iran during Ramadan, including advice to help you feel more relaxed and les...

Vegetarian Dishes in Iran: The Top Persian Veggie Foods Survival Guide

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Vegetarian Dishes in Iran: The Top Persian Veggie...

Are you a vegetarian thinking you'll be left stranded for food in Iran? Well think again - you just need to know what to look for. While the highlights of Persian cuisine often includes me...

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Iranian girls fashion

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Iranian girls fashion

Iranian girls fashion? Worrying about what clothes to wear to Iran is probably the biggest issue holding back women before coming to Iran. Most of the time I see foreign women here...

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What's Involved Getting Iran Visas on Arrival

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What's Involved Getting Iran Visas on Arrival

The biggest problem for travelers is often worrying about getting the Iran visa in the first place. We are regularly asked: What are the processes getting the Iran visas on arrival? So even this process seems daunti...

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Iran's Tourism Industry: It's Diversity, Regulations, Value and Economic Opportunities

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Iran's Tourism Industry: It's Diversity, Regulatio...

The problem with Iran's tourism industry is that it's very fragmented and most infrastructure is outdated from the 1970's. Here are some insights into the workings of the Iran tourism sector including:&n...

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Currency in Iran and the Difference Between Tomans and Rials

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Currency in Iran and the Difference Between Tomans...

The official currency in Iran is called Iranian Rials (IRR), but initially working out the difference between Toman's and Rials can be pretty confusing for foreigners. So we'll briefly cover it&#39...

Iran Visa Requirements

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Iran Visa Requirements

The biggest problem Americans, Canadians, and British have is often getting the visa to Iran in the first place. We are regularly asked about Iran visa requirements and tour guide requirements. It's actuall...

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Iran Visa Costs and Charges for Different Countries

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Iran Visa Costs and Charges for Different Countrie...

There are Two Iran Visa Costs and Charges that often occur to obtain your Iran visa. The first is the Iran Visa MFA Application charge, which is similar to the ESTA approval from the U....

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The Best Hotels in Kish

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The Best Hotels in Kish

Here's a complete list of all the hotels on Kish Island. Compare the best hotels from resorts to 5 Star luxury hotels and budget hostels for Iran Hotel bookings. Aftabe Shargh Hotel Starts F...

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Fashion Police: Do I have to Wear a Sheet?

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Fashion Police: Do I have to Wear a Sheet?

Are you wondering: 'Do I have to wear a sheet to Iran?' If you mean a niqab, burka, or chador? Then no. The below indicates the different types of dress worn by Muslim women. The burqa and...

Iran Dress Code

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Iran Dress Code

Obeying Islamic rules including Hijab or Islamic dress-code is necessary in Iran. However these rules are not observed very strictly, especially for tourists and foreigners. Men 1) Shorts are not acceptable...

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Iran Entry and Exit Regulations

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Iran Entry and Exit Regulations

Arriving Travelers Entering Iran * Gold & Foreign Exchange : Every passenger is allowed to have gold with him/her personal use. Otherwise for larger sums for non-personal use, it should be decla...

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Iran Destinations Guide

Tehran's Carpet Museum of Iran

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Tehran's Carpet Museum of Iran

The Carpet Museum of Iran is located on northwest of Laleh Park in Tehran Iran, and only 7-8 minutes walking distance to Contemporary Art Museum. Laleh Park and the carpet museum is one of the most po...

Maranjab Desert Kashan

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Maranjab Desert Kashan

Maranjab Desert Located close to the ancient city of Kashan, Maranjab Desert is truly one of the most beautiful deserts in Iran with mesmerizing golden sand dunes. Deserts in Iran are fascinating not just...

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Kordasht Hammam Historic Complex

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Kordasht Hammam Historic Complex

Kordasht historical hammam complex is huge, historic and renovated with love including perfect marbled floors and attractive ceiling patterns. Top Reasons to Visit Kordasht - Ko...

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Iran UNESCO Sites

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Iran UNESCO Sites

In terms of Iran's UNESCO World Heritage status, the country currently ranks 11th in the world with 21 designated UNESCO tourist attractions, boasting more sites than Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Australia and Brazil. &nbs...

Constitution House of Tabriz

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Constitution House of Tabriz

Located near the Tabriz bazaar, Azerbaijan (or Aturpatgan) Constitution House of Tabriz has great historical significance. But to understand it’s depth, first understand Tabriz has had a long turbulent his...

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St. Stepanos Monastery and Church

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St. Stepanos Monastery and Church

The St. Stepanos Monastery is an Armenian monastery about 15 km northwest of Jolfa, East Azarbaijan Province, northwestern Iran. It is situated in a deep canyon along the Aras river on the Iranian side of the border betwee...

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St. Thaddeus Monastery (UNESCO Site)

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St. Thaddeus Monastery (UNESCO Site)

Notable History One of the 12 Apostles, St. Thaddeus, also known as Saint Jude, (not to be confused with Judas Iscariot), was martyred while spreading the Gospel during strong Zoroastrian influence in the region. Legend ha...

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Measurement Museum of Tabriz

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Measurement Museum of Tabriz

Visit the Measurement Museum if you’re into trendy old clocks, scientific tools and measurement devices from the 19th and 20th centuries. It’s tucked away in a traditional alley in a beautifully restored 160-year-...

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Sialk Hill - Tappeh-ye Sialk Kashan

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Sialk Hill - Tappeh-ye Sialk Kashan

Kashan isn't just popular for its rose water, bath houses and mansions. Sialk Hill is an ancient treasure worth visiting, and being only 4 km west of Kashan near Fin Garden, it can't be missed - he...

Top 10 Places to Visit in Tehran

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Top 10 Places to Visit in Tehran

Looking for the Must See Places in Tehran? Use this handy guide to the Top 10 Places to visit in Iran's capital city. So let's get straight to the highlights. - 1/10 : Grand Bazaa...

Pahlevani and Zurkhaneh Rituals in Tehran

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Pahlevani and Zurkhaneh Rituals in Tehran

The Pahlevani and Zurkhaneh Rituals in Tehran Iran provide great insights into traditional Iranian culture. The name has been inscribed by UNESCO for varzesh-e pahlavani ("heroic sport&quot...

Toghrol Tower in Tehran

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Toghrol Tower in Tehran

Toghrol Tower is a 12th-century monument from the Seljuk-era situated in the city of Rey, on the southern outskirts of Iran's capital city, Tehran. Often overlooked by visitors who tend to stick to Tehran&#3...

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Milad Tower in Tehran (Borj-e Milad)

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Milad Tower in Tehran (Borj-e Milad)

Dominating the skyline of Tehran’s western suburbs, Milad Tower in Tehran Iran finally opened in 2008 after the 1979 Islamic Revolution and 13 years of 'stop-start' construction. The tower is...

Azadi Tower in Tehran (Borj-e Azadi)

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Azadi Tower in Tehran (Borj-e Azadi)

Built in 1971 in commemoration of the 2,500th anniversary of the first Persian empire, the Azadi Tower in Tehran is a "gateway into the city." It was named the "Shahyad" (King's Memorial...

Best Hotels in Tehran

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Best Hotels in Tehran

Here's a comprehensive list of the best hotels in Tehran. Just remember some of the 5 Star Hotels in Tehran are old fashioned from the 1970's, while other 3 Star Hotels in Tehran may be nicer than the luxury hote...

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Iran Holidays Planner

The Best Persian Caravanserais

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The Best Persian Caravanserais

Want to stay in a traditional Persian caravanserai? Here's what you need to know, including most popular ones to sleep in, or simply visit on a day trip. Photo of Maranjab Caravan...

3 Day Tehran Trip Planner

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3 Day Tehran Trip Planner

If you're stuck for time and want to discover Persia then look no further than Tehran city. With this Tehran Trip Planner you can experience the different sides of Tehran to get a feel for the rich culture....

Iran Tourist Bank Card

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Iran Tourist Bank Card

The Bank Melli Iran Tourist Card is a transaction card in Iranian Rials issued for tourists while traveling in Iran. The card avoids the need to carry large sums of cash while in Iran. It can be used in whole Irania...

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Comparing Gift Cards and Iran Bank Tourist Cards - No Need to Carry Cash in Iran Anymore

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Comparing Gift Cards and Iran Bank Tourist Cards -...

Carrying too much cash around is often a major concern for travelers. Not only are there risks of losing it, but being constantly on the move often leads to Murphy's Law at some point or another. This...

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Do It Yourself: Shiraz Walking Tour

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Do It Yourself: Shiraz Walking Tour

Travel to Iran, but if you're like me you'll want to explore the cities on your own: such as this Shiraz City Walking Tour. Here's a guide on how to have a perfect morning in Shiraz. The perfect mor...

Classic Persia Route - 14 days

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Classic Persia Route - 14 days

Want to visit Iran but don't know where to start? This classic route goes straight through the heart of Iran, from Tehran the bustling capital to the former glory of Shiraz and Esfahan, from traditional townships to the d...

Travel Stories

2 months, 13 ski resorts & 100 teas later...

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2 months, 13 ski resorts & 100 teas later...

In 2015, I reached Iran hitchhiking from my hometown Grenoble in France. But after 40 days in Iran I returned home with my heart full of joy and I was sure that I would come back as soon as possible t...

Persian Carpets: How to Pick the Best Threads

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Persian Carpets: How to Pick the Best Threads

A handmade Persian carpet is the ultimate travel trophy, but it helps to do a bit of research if you don’t want to get ripped off! Here’s how to pick the best threads. Photo: Tehran Gran...

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Persian Foods Every Traveler Must Try

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Persian Foods Every Traveler Must Try

Traveling Iran simply wouldn't be complete without experiencing the local food culture. Here are our Top 10 recommended Persian foods every traveler must try. We think you'll find them incredibly nutritious and d...

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Visiting Iran: Why I Moved to Iran Putting my Professional Career on Hold

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Visiting Iran: Why I Moved to Iran Putting my Prof...

When you think of visiting Iran, you probably don't think of great holidays. In fact, I bet you're still trying to get your head around the prefix "Islamic Republic." So here's my own story, of how...

The 7 Strangest Cats of Iran

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The 7 Strangest Cats of Iran

Iran has some of the strangest (and cutest) cats in the world. Cat species thrive in semi-arid climates and the cold mountain steppes. Here is a list of Iran’s 7 strangest ! (1) Pallas&rsq...

Black Tears: Why the Iranian Cheetah Matters

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Black Tears: Why the Iranian Cheetah Matters

If you don't know about the Iranian cheetah, well maybe you should. Here's why the Asiatic cheetah is not only important for local Iranians, but the whole world. It&#3...

Kappak (Kopag): Balochi Games of Fighting Spirit with Health Benefits

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Kappak (Kopag): Balochi Games of Fighting Spirit w...

"Kappak" (or Kopag), the Balochi games native to rural districts of Baluchistan. However regional areas have slightly different variations stretching along the south coast. The game is pl...

Inside Iran's Outside Reputation (Video)

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Inside Iran's Outside Reputation (Video)

Inside Iran's Outside Paradox. A film by Benjamin Martini of France during his travels to Iran.

Iran History

Mossadegh and 1953 coup d'etat

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Mossadegh and 1953 coup d'etat

Perhaps the CIA are the best travelers of all. The 1953 coup d'etat in Iran slowed political development and strengthened Iran's solidarity in the world. The political overthrow came before mysteri...

1979 Islamic Revolution of Iran

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1979 Islamic Revolution of Iran

Following Mossadegh and the CIA's First Coup, in 1979 Iran experienced what was known as the Islamic Revolution. NATO had artificially bolstered the monarch of Mohammad Reza Shah, now known as 'The Last Shah&#39...

The Story of Tehran: Then and Now

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The Story of Tehran: Then and Now

Tehran Iran in photos showing how it evolved from the Median city of Rey to the current bustling capital city of Iran. The Tehran tourist attractions come to life after knowing the special story...

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Shah Abbas and Safavid Dynasty (1501-1736)

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Shah Abbas and Safavid Dynasty (1501-1736)

The Safavid Dynasty was one of the most significant ruling periods of modern Iran. It became one of the greatest Persian empires after the Arab Muslim conquests from the 7th Century. Although initially from the A...

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