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Visit Iran

  • Ancient History & Ruins

    scattered throughout the country are the ancient glories of the Persian empire, from the awe-inspiring site of Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rostam to the austere Tomb of Cyrus.

    Ancient History & Ruins

  • Architecture

    Iran is home to a dazzling array of ancient and modern architecture from palaces and qajar houses to thousand year old world heritage listed sites.

    Architecture

  • Bazaars

    Carpets are synonymous with Iran and browsing through the dusty and vibrant local markets to pick up a bargain is a great insight into Iranian culture.

    Bazaars

  • Carpets

    Iran's most famous export, carpet weaving forms an essential part of Persian art and culture and you'll find plenty of examples in Tehran's carpet museum.

    Carpets

  • Islamic Art

    Famous for its geometrical shapes and complex floral patterns Iran is home to some of the world's best examples of Islamic art.

    Islamic Art

  • Islamic Republic

    Although the strict customs and rules of the Iranian Muslim faith can seem daunting at first, a deeper look into the culture will reveal a more contemplative and considerate attitude.

    Islamic Republic

  • Local people

    Extremely friendly, Iranians are very aware of their perceived image in the west and are keen to re-dress the balance. Iranians are rightly famous for their warm hospitality.

    Local people

  • Silk Route Cities

    Yazd, Hamadan and Tehran are all synonymous with the Silk Route and still inspire the same excitement and allure as they have done to Silk Road travellers for hundred of years.

    Silk Route Cities

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Visit Esfahan, Iran

Esfahan is an unmitigated delight and one of the best places in Iran to meet locals, for whom this city is their proudest achievement. There are at least a dozen sights of dazzling quality in Esfahan, including three of the finest religious buildings anywhere.

Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Esfahan
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Esfahan

Iran

Imagine an architectural ensemble so astonishing in its craftsmanship and execution that it effectively embodies the cumulative skill of five hundred years of Islamic culture, and you have just imagined Esfahan.

There are at least a dozen sights of dazzling quality here, including three of the finest religious buildings anywhere - the Jame, Imam and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosques – that would rank alongside the glories of Damascus, Samarkand and Istanbul in any list of the “must-sees” of the Islamic world.

Imam Square

Nothing can prepare you for the moment when you first experience the scale and grandeur of Imam Square, the world’s second largest public space, containing within it the zenith of Persian art and architecture.

Esfahan highlights

Walking along the banks of the Zayandeh River, exploring the Armenian quarter or simply relaxing in a teahouse, Esfahan is an unmitigated delight and one of the best places in Iran to meet locals, for whom this city is their proudest achievement.

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