The Qajar house is the last generation of Iranian houses, it is the result of several thousand years of architectural experience in each generation and in each period then a functional-decorative element has been added to this collection. Some of them were mostly for the rich, like mirror decorations and painting, some of them were not for the rich and the poor, they...
Traditional Yalda Night Table Yalda Night or Shabe Yalda (شب یلدا) is one of the most significant Iranian celebrations. The celebration is of profound history and meaning. Iranians worldwide celebrate Yalda on December 21st (30th of Azar), when the earth follows its yearlong pilgrimage around the sun. The northern hemisphere of the earth starts to experience longer...
Yazd tourist attractions are more historical than anything else. Since Yazd is one of the oldest cities of Iran, as a result of its historical wonders, this ancient city has become the first historical brick city of Iran. Also, it has called the second historical city in the world. Not to mention, Yazd is one of the first names on the UNESCO world heritage list. So...
Mosques in Yazd are magnificent structures reminiscent of the very rich history of this land. So, when you are around the city of Yazd, in every corner, a building with brick and old architecture will amaze your eyes. Then, if you ask about the background of the structure, in most cases you will be told that this is an old mosque. There are so many historical mosques...
Kashan tourist attractions receive many travelers every year. This ancient city, dating back 7,500 years ago is a historic city known for its fragrant flowers, old houses, and very ancient sites. Kashan is in fact the tip of the iceberg of the very old and ancient civilization and culture of Iran. Archaeologists suggest Kashan is one of the oldest cities created by...
Tehran is the bustling capital of Iran, a city full of excitement and attractions, and the museum gardens in this city also have a special charm. These lush and wooded gardens, while providing a space for breathing and relaxation and showing off nature in the heart of Tehran, also have historic buildings and majestic mansions with special views that are reminiscent...
The peak of the caravanserai period in Iran was the Safavid period when Shah Abbas Safavid decided to build 999 caravanserais in Iran. An exact document as to whether or not 999 caravanserais were built is not available, but what is clear is that 54 of these caravanserais remain in Iran today and of these 54, 3 of them have become the share of Kermanshah province...
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...