When it comes to souvenirs from Isfahan, a long and endless list of the most delicious sweets and wonderful handicrafts comes to mind. Buying souvenirs from the city you have traveled to is one of the most attractive parts of your trip and in Isfahan. You have many choices because this is a city with unique and fantastic souvenirs in Iran. Shopping in Isfahan is...
As a passionate and history-loving tourist, you should expect plenty of wonderful things to do in Isfahan that awaits you impatiently. Iran a country with rich and unknown ancient history, is one of the most attractive places in the world for visitors who are interested in historical monuments and remnants, and Isfahan is undoubtedly one of its most fascinating...
BY: Wahyuni KamahPrinted in The Jakarta Globe on March 17, 2015 Arrived at the main bus terminal in Yazd, the capital of the eponymous province in Iran, at night, and immediately I had the impression of a city that was wide sprawling. There were no high-rise buildings visible, and the city stretched out flat and low. I couldn’t wait until day broke to see and...
Printed in The Jakarta Globe on December 24, 2014 Having spent a few days in Iran, a republic that implements shariah law, I began to wonder if the country had any churches. My curiosity was answered when I stayed in Isfahan, 340 kilometers south of Tehran. Although the cities that I visited in Iran are all uniquely stunning, I must say that Isfahan is the most...
The holy city of Mashhad welcomes visitors and pilgrims alike to experience the spiritual wonders and colorful bazaars the city has to offer. BY: Wahyuni KamahPrinted in The Jakarta Globe on October 24, 2014 Traffic … traffic,” my driver Reza said desperately as we neared my hotel in the busiest area of Mashhad on a sunny day. Mashhad, Iran’s second-largest city and...
Knowing if a country is safe to travel at any given time, is very important information that every passenger should have. Tourists traveling to Iran in 2020 have a lot of questions and concerns about stability, security, and tranquility in this country. Foreign travelers who have little knowledge of Iran and its people, express doubt about safety and peace before...
Emad-Ol-Dowleh Mosque is the name of a 150-year-old mosque in the city of Kermanshah, which is one of the monuments of the Qajar period. The building of the first mosque was built by Imam Qoli Mirza Emad-Ol-Dowleh (Governor of the West) in Kermanshah bazaar. Emad-Ol-Dowleh mosque The architecture of Emad-Ol-Dowleh Mosque The nave is columnar and has many cells. The...
Over the years, many foreign tourists have traveled to Iran and you can well find out about the advantages of an exciting trip to Iran by simply read their Iran travel stories. Even many solo female travelers describe their trip to Iran very safe, fun, enjoyable, and extremely exceptional, and emphasize having a great time. Here are some of the main reasons why...
Visits the tombs of Hafez and Sa’adi and discovers the power of Sufi poetry over the centuries BY: Wahyuni KamahPrinted in The Jakarta Globe July 4, 2014 Don’t forget to visit Sa’adi’s tomb. His poems are truly humanist and his works are highly respected around the world,” said the passenger sitting next to me on my flight to Shiraz, Iran.I could not forget — the...
Natural Attractions in Shiraz are at the forefront of the beauty and splendor of Iran’s natural lands. Enchanting green nature, colorful and fragrant flowers, and breathtaking refreshing rain in spring are the signs of unique attractions that you will encounter while touring around the city of Shiraz. Shiraz has plenty of historical and tourist attractions, for...