Bazaars are important axes of cities in Iran, which have witnessed important political, cultural, economic, and religious events during the history. Traditional bazaars consist of shops, caravansaries, mosques, bathhouses, and water reservoirs. This highlights the role of bazaars as not only centers for business transactions, but also social hubs where you can feel a vibrant […]
The Ghurtan Citadel was built in an area of five hectares, made out of the mud and includes 14 watchtowers, two gates on the north and south side of the citadel, and many historical monuments such as three mosques, two castles, and a bazaar. No one knows about the precise date of occurrence of the […]
Qara Kelisa (Kara Kilise or “Black Church”), also known as the St. Thaddeus Church (Saint Thaddeus Cathedral), is one of the oldest and most notable surviving Christian monuments of Iran that carries great significance for the country’s Armenian Orthodox community. Kara Kelisa or Qara Kelisa is one of the Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran which […]
Iran is a vast country with different climates and geological conditions all over the country. As a result, the country is a four-seasoned place. To name one of the most amazing places in the country, Qeshm Island is definitely in the top ten. This beautiful island has a unique GeoPark, and it is home to […]
Tamin Village located in Sistan province is one of the most beautiful villages in this province. This village is consisted of three parts upper Tamin, central Tamin, and lower Tamin. Ancient tombs, water mills, a castle, and cave dwellings are the indications of the ancient civilization of the inhabitants of the village. This popular village […]
The village of Liqvan lies to the northeast of Tabriz and the southeast sector of the hilly area of Sahand. Tabriz is the most populated city in Northwestern Iran, one of the historical capitals of Iran and the present capital of East Azerbaijan province. Located in the Quru River valley, between long ridges of volcanic […]
Shahkooh Village simply symbolizes success in information technology in Iranian villages. Shahkooh village is in Golestan province, northern Iran, and is the first Iranian village to experience communication and facilities via the internet before any other village in the country. Internet training courses and programs in this village have attracted the attention of its people […]
Khan school or Madraseh Khan which is one of the most famous and greatest schools in Shiraz, dates back to Safavid era. Imam Gholi Khan, governor of Fars, founded this serene religious school for around 100 students in 1615. This school was built for Mulla Sadra, arguably the single most important and influential philosopher in […]
Kashan is a city what’s common on the route of travelers who are on their way to Isfahan and probably Yazd hereinafter. Kashan is a traditional Iranian city with many sights, stories and surrounding attractive villages to discover. Visit the traditional houses, especially Tabatabai, Brujerdi, Ameri and Abbasi house. These houses feature an incredible architecture, […]
While Tehran is known as one of the most populated cities in the world, there are a number of places to visit in this city. For instance, historical houses, beautiful palaces, national museums, and of course the Grand Bazaar of Tehran. Most of these monuments are located at the center of Tehran, where it is believed to […]
