With poets like Sa’adi, Hafez, and Khayyam, it’s hardly surprising that Persian is considered to be a poetic language. Iranians commonly refer to it as “the sweet language,” claiming that everything sounds better in Persian. Here are just some of the most beautiful words that will have you falling in love with this language. Ârezu Pronounce […]
There’s something calming about water, and stumbling upon a lake while on a hike is general cause for excitement. Iran has a varied landscape, and though it’s probably most associated with mountains and deserts, the country is full of these mini-paradises as well. From salt flats to crystal clear water, we take a tour of […]
Islands don’t usually come to mind when talking about Iran, but in fact, it has several in the Persian Gulf. The largest is dolphin-shaped Qeshm, known as “the island of seven wonders.” Read on to discover 13 reasons why everyone needs to visit this amazing island. Untouched nature Caves, canyons, forests, and narrow passes, all […]
During Mehrabad’s status as Tehran’s international airport, it was Azadi Tower, the sentry to the capital city, that welcomed all visitors. A silent witness to Iran’s major historical events, this tower remains Tehran’s most iconic landmark. Read on to learn a brief history of the Azadi Tower. In 1966, 24-year-old architecture student Hossein Amanat won a […]
Although there are some beautiful high-rises and phenomenally innovative villas and residential towers in Tehran, there’s no doubt the most spectacular ones are those that have withstood the test of time. From European influence to modern takes on the traditional, here are 10 of the most impressive buildings in the capital of Iran. Cinema Museum Walking […]
ran has plenty of tourist attractions and places that you wouldn’t want to miss by any means, especially on your first trip. But in between these sites, Culture Trip has rounded up a few options that will personalize your experience a bit more and allow you to be among the people and fit in like […]