Qalat Village
Masal Tour
Masal(Olsabalangah) Basic Inforamation Itinerary Inclusions Imortant Notes Prices Enquiry Now Duration : Optional Group Size : Min 4, Max 10 Trip Notes : Eco-Tourism Included meals : Optional Accommodation Grade : Wooden Cabins Transport : Air plain /Car/Van Rasht is known as world heritage site for making unbelievably tasty foods! So far that this calls […]
Gulistan and Bustan
Saadi, Master of speech You who feel no pain at the suffering of others It is not fitting for you to be called human. Saadi Shirazi Saadi Shirazi is a familiar name for every inhabitant of Iran, this ancient land; a poet who has a world wide fame and his verses are heard all […]
Persian Houses
Persian House Since the history of men began, house was the most important need of mankind. We always look for a place to be safe. Iranians felt that need too. But of course with a bit of extra decoration. Iran has a dry and hot climate. So it is necessary to build the structures in […]
Persian Bazaar
Persian Bazaar An important part of all ancient cities of Iran is Bazaar. Persian bazaar acts like the spinal column of the city. It is not just a place to do daily shopping. Persian Bazaar holds many events inside of it, and that is the most important difference between traditional Persian bazaars and mall centers. […]
The Conference of the Birds
Attar of Nishapur “Had I known how listening is superior to speaking, I would not have wasted my life preaching.” Farid al-Din Attar Wise, preacher, poet, philosopher, even a sage. All these qualities are true about him. A man way ahead of his time…Attar of Nishapur. Attar is one of the greatest poet and philosophers […]
The Divan of Hafez
The Divan of Hafez, Divan of Lovers “The Earth would die if the sun stopped kissing her.” Hafiz Shirazi If one could form the actual love into word, it is Hafez. Khwāja Shams-ud-Dīn Muḥammad Ḥāfeẓ-e Shīrāzī is not just an Iranian poet but a universal poet. His eloquence way of writing, by all means is […]
Chaharshanbe Suri
Chaharshanbe Suri, Festival or Heritage? As much as we get close to Nowruz, people rush for many things such as shopping and cleaning. But one particular event we wait for is Chaharshanbe Suri. This exciting event takes place in the last Tuesday night of Persian calendar. The live and moving red of fire embraces the […]
Shahnameh
Shahnameh, Persian Identity An outstanding epic story… A Way of saving Persian language… A Masterpiece forged out of patriotism… Shahnameh Shahnameh is one of the most beloved books in Iran. As a matter of fact it is loved by all people in the world. After Arab invasion. Persian language was in a bad situation. People […]
Imam Reza Shrine
Imam Reza Shrine, Precious gem of Mashhad Every year, 30 million people including lovers and pilgrims, from all over the world, go to Mashhad to visit this vast monastic complex to set foot on the Imam Reza shrine (RA).It is interesting to know that the Imam Reza Shrine is the largest mosque in the world in terms of size and capacity of 500,000 as well as the third largest mosque in the world in terms of capacity.Inside the sanctuary, there are several floors, mosques, porticoes,museums, and libraries all have unique characteristics. During the year, one can witness the most important events in the compound of Imam Reza, which are celebrated in the great splendor of the crowd. Before anything else, you need to enter with the purity of your body and soul, you will splash the water to the body as a symbol of the removal of impurity from your body. Who is Imam […]
Miniature
Persian Painting Persian painting has the antiquity of the beginning human history – since the presence of humans in caves until resent century. This painting was present in different styles and ideologies in historical periods. In the Sassanid era, the Iranian painter Mani, left valuable works in the Arzhang book. From the beginning of Islam to the age of Seljuq dynasty , the Umayyad and abbasi rulers had monopolized the painting and avoided the growth of it among people. In the first Islamic centuries, painting and Negargari were mostly used in decorating books. Usually the opening and margins of the book were painted and decorated. The art of decorating books flourished in the Seljuq dynasty, Mughal and Timurid rulers. From about the tenth century, painting was made independently. What is the philosophy of Persian painting? Iranian painting artists created images that, like grace, seem to be an embodiment of another world. Why is that so? Did they not know about perspective rules? Certainly […]
Mina Kari
Isfahan Heritage, Mina Kari Vitreous enamel or Mina Kari is a Persian art that has been forge out of fire and dirt, history of it goes back to about 1500 BC, and is used to adorn the ornamentation of the various instruments and dishes. Metals such as gold, silver, and copper were made by certain glazed colors baked in hot heat. Mina Kari is an art which has a history of over 5,000 years. According to experts and with the adaptation of Byzantine influences and Iranian works, this art has emerged in Iran and then has spread to other lands. Other works found in Europe have a long history, for example, six gold rings dating back to 13 BC in Cyprus, and the famous statue of the Greek Zeus is designed by this art, but it is still believed that Persia have been the source of this art. What is Minakari? based on the studies, this art was first forged in Iran and then it has been spread to different parts of the world. Mina is transparent and comes from the combination of the oxides of metals and a few different salts. Mina must be exposed to high heat (750 to 850 C)in order to form colors based […]
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is all you wish to know about Iran rues. It is helpful to read this post before choosing an Iran Tour. Is Iran a safe country to travel? Well, it’s time to face some serious facts about Iran. Like it or not, Iran is a safe country. You might look for bombing or any other kind […]
Pasargadae
Previous Next Cyrus The Great, Father of Persia I am Cyrus…King of the universe…Great King…Mighty King…King of Babylon…King of Akkadians…King of the four corners of the world. This is the first sentence of Cyrus the Great in Cyrus Cylinder. The just king of Persia who raised up over 2,500 years ago in Iran, and put a part of the world that always have been in the chaos, in a peace and security that modern humans now have not succeeded in achieving them with all cultural, intellectual, and […]
Shah Cheragh Shrine
An Emerald in Shiraz Hazrat Seyyid Amir Ahmad, known as Shah Cheragh and Sayyid al-Sadat al-Adam, is the oldest son of Imam Musa Kazem. his tomb nowadays is in the city of Shiraz as a hometown of all his lovers. Are you Curious why do we call this holy shrine shah Cheragh (King of Light)? […]
Iran Articles
Here is everything you wish to know about Iran attractions! Traditions, customs, rules, even best foods of it! Articles of this post shall help you to have a better perspective about this country! We tried to cover most subjects in this post. It is a vast country and clearly has a lot to share! It […]
Persian Bath House
Iranians and social relations,even in bath house! In Iran’s old history and as well as the religion of Islam have been repeatedly confirmed by the cleanliness of the body and soul. for this reason, the baths and bathhouse had a specific place throughout the realm of Iran. According to President of the Association of Priest […]
Iran dress code
Iran Dress Code What shall I wear in IRAN?! Most people think when they travel Iran, they should cover them self from top to toe. But to be realistic, it’s not like that at all! of course there are some rules to cover yourself a bit more but they are not that severe. to avoid […]
Lets taste Persian Foods
Persian Food Lets Taste Persian Foods! Sweet? Sour? Salty? We have them all! One of the best things about traveling is tasting new foods and local meals. In fact, some people only travel to eat! Well if you enjoy eating, Iran is certainly a perfect destination. Various weather and culture causes various kind of food. […]
Iran Dark Tour
WARNING! the consequences of this trip is on yourself darkness…sudden shouts…shapeless shadows…this are the main items of scary movies. but places I’m about to tell you are litherly going to scare the hell out of you. so I hope you have the belly for it. Start Your Adventure THE STONE GARDEN A garden unlike any […]