A beautiful view of Dowlat Abad garden in Yazd Yazd is one of the desert cities in the center of Iran, considered the first adobe-made city in the world. Due to the arid weather, the architecture of the houses follows a unique style. Agriculture is only limited to some areas where certain products are harvested. Nevertheless, there are beautiful gardens such as Dowlat Abad Garden in Yazd featuring a beautiful Kushk (kiosk, pavilion), which has doubled the beauty of the city. Dolat Abad Garden is one of the historical gardens and famous Yazd tourist attractions, which is located in the Chaharmo ..read more

Ancient pottery container in the shape of a cow’s head Pottery is a handicraft created through imagination using the most common raw materials abundantly available in nature. After the hunter-gatherer period, when humans started to produce food, the need to store food led them to make containers in the form of various jars. This is the supposed start of pottery making history, as one of the oldest of Iranian handicrafts. The oldest pottery found in Iran dates back to around 8650 to 7000 BCE, which was discovered in the Neolithic layers of Bistoon Hunter’s Cave and Hotu and Kamarband Caves (Bel ..read more

A view of the facade of Malek Historical House in Mashhad Mashhad is one of the largest cities in Iran and the capital of Razavi Khorasan province, housing many historical monuments. Malek Historical House in Mashhad is one of the Qajar historical monuments of this city, which was the residence of Haj Hossein Agha Malek in the past. He was one of the wealthy philanthropists in Iran who endowed many of his properties to the public. His private residence, which is known as Malek house, was included in the Iran National Heritage List in 1998 and is considered one of the top sights among Mashhad t ..read more

Spend Iranian Rials for shopping in Iran How much Iranian Rials will give you purchasing power? According to “Destination Iran”, the “Iran Maze” website has provided some useful insight into using Iranian currency for international travelers. You’ve done the groundwork for your trip to Iran – visa, flight, and luggage – all checked off the list. But before you jet off, there’s one crucial question: how much cash should you carry? Contrary to common assumptions, Iran isn’t a pricey destination for tourists. However, understanding the local currency and costs is key to maximizing your experien ..read more

What do you know about Minakari (the art of enameling on glass) in Iran? Enameling on glass (Minakari) is one of the sub-branches of enamel handicrafts, which is slightly different from other Minakari practices. The main difference is the execution of this Safavid handicraft art on glass surfaces instead of metals. Therefore, artists require more precision and time to apply this art to glass. In this article, we will describe the characteristics of this art of Iranian handicrafts. History of Enameling on Glass in Iran It is worth noting that the art of “glasswork in a plaster frame”, which ori ..read more

A look at Sadeh Celebration, an ancient Persian festival held by Zoroastrian Iranians Sadeh celebration or Sada festival is one of the most important celebrations of ancient Persia, established to commemorate the creation of fire. This celebration is held on the tenth day of Bahman at nightfall. One of the key concepts in this celebration is cooperation and collaboration. In 2023, at UNESCO’s Eighteenth session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, with the efforts of Iran and Tajikistan, this ancient celebration was globally recognized as ..read more

Choose the best wedding hotels in Antalya There is a lot of demand for wedding hotels in Antalya as this city has mesmerizing beaches and top-quality accommodations. According to “Destination Iran”, the “Ramarossi” website has introduced ten of the best hotels you can choose for such an important life event. Antalya, with its stunning beaches, turquoise waters, and rich history, has become a dream destination for couples seeking a romantic wedding backdrop. With an array of luxurious hotels offering top-notch services and breathtaking views, choosing the perfect venue for your special day ca ..read more

A beautiful view of the tomb of Mir Ghias-ud-Din Malekshah or 72 Tan Mosque Mashhad is one of the largest cities in Iran with numerous religious and historical attractions. During the Afsharid rule, this city was the Capital of Persia. One of the religious Mashhad tourist attractions from that era is the Tomb of Amir Ghias-ud-Din Malekshah. This historical mausoleum is located near the opening of Mashhad’s Grand Bazaar, Sarshoor Bazaar area, and in the southwest of the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza. The tomb is close to the shrine and you can easily access it. The tomb of Mir Ghias-ud-Din was added ..read more

The location of Dokkan Davood Grave 12 meters above ground Kermanshah is one of the large cities of Iran and is known as a historical and cultural center. This city was considered one of the important cities of Persia in the pre-Islam era and was invaded by the Arab armies many times in the post-Islam era. Therefore, most of its historical monuments date back to the pre-Islamic period. An example of these historical sights is the Dokkan Davood Grave, which was registered on the National Heritage List of Iran in 1931 and is now one of the must-see Kermanshah Tourist Attractions. This rock-cut t ..read more

A view of Khajeh Baruch House, the house of one of the Jewish merchants of Kermanshah Khajeh Baruch House is one of the historic houses of the Qajar era and one of the famous Kermanshah tourist attractions. This historical house is one of the buildings in the style of the architecture of the Veil. The owner of the mentioned house was a figure named Khajeh Baruch, one of the Jewish merchants of Kermanshah. After that, a person named Randeh Kesh purchased this building. This historical work was included in the Iran National Heritage List in 1998. This historic house is located in one of the neig ..read more