Iran's top travel experience
1. Isfahan There are often unforgettable places on the road, and Isfahan's majestic Imam Square is one of them. The square is said to have the most magnificent buildings in the Islamic world: the harmoniously proportioned, blue-domed Shah Mosque, the elaborate Sheklophora Mosque, and the intricately decorated Ali Kapu Palace. Robert Byron once said, "Isfahan, like Rome and Athens, is a rare place that evokes humanity." ”
2. Yazd In terms of environmental adaptability, very few cities can surpass the desert city of Yazd. Winding alleys, blue domes, towering light towers, tented markets, ancient courtyards (with wind towers on the roof) and original karezes make up this treasure. Several old houses with wind towers have been restored and converted into nostalgic traditional inns.
3. Ancient Persianpolis Symmetrical and harmonious huge stone steps, tall gates and exquisite reliefs make you believe that Persepolis is the center of ancient civilization. During the time of the Achaemenid Empire, kings such as Darius and Xerxes used Persepolis as the official capital. Go see the World Heritage Site – the city's only remaining site is evidence of Alexander the Great's ruthless destruction of the Achaemenid Empire. Don't miss the graves carved out of a single boulder near Nashlostan.
4. Nomadic people of Zagros About 2 million Iranians from different ethnic groups are still living a nomadic life, migrating with goats in spring and autumn. The nomadic Kashga and Bakhtiari people live in the Zagros Mountains in the summer and head to the sea in the winter. A day trip from Shiraz may allow you to experience some pastor life, or you can go to the Bawanat Mountains and stay with the Hamsee (try their delicious handmade yogurt).
5. Joga Zanbier No matter how much you dislike ancient ruins, the sheer size, the desert-like loneliness and the interesting stories behind it make the Joga Zanbir Pagoda stand out from the many temple towers in the same area. Built by the Elamites in the 13th century BC, the pagoda was "lost" in the wind and sand in the 7th century BC and was rediscovered in 1935 by an Aerial Photograph by an Anglo-Oil Company. Now that they have been cleared out, some of the bricks look as if they were only fired into a kiln last week.
6. Homestay in the desert Iran has two vast and silent deserts, and the people who live in the desert are extremely hospitable. Gorma is the kind of oasis village you dream of: a decadent castle, a swaying date palm tree and a flowing water. People who intend to stay only one night often end up staying 4 nights in a row. Nearby Farazad and tiny Tudshq weeks between Farhan and Nain in Iran, also see desert-inspired homestays with unforgettable sleeping floors, humble bathrooms and fresh and delicious home-cooked food.
7. The poet of Shiraz The Iranians have always said that even the poorest families have two books: one is the Quran and the other is Hafez's poetry collection. Undoubtedly, this is naturally because Iranian celebrities are poets, and almost every Iranian can say a few verses that have been circulating for thousands of years. In Shiraz (the city of nightingales and gardens), the Tombs of Hafez and Sadie attract worshippers from all over the country. Have a cup of tea with them. Praise their heroes with famous words from poets.
8. Tehran's cafes and galleries The bustling Tehran looks a little scary, but it also has a unique charm. As the saying goes, hearing is what you hear, seeing is believing, and between museums and palaces there are a variety of trendy cafes and contemporary art galleries that give you the opportunity to get a glimpse into one side of Iranian life. Sit down for a cup of coffee and talk to the locals as you drink. Or stroll through the galleries and theaters near artists' park.
9. Hike at the Assassin's Castle The legendary Aramat valley seems to have a temptation to trek among the magical Assassin's castles. There are more than 50 castle ruins on a rugged rock and spike that was once the site of the world's most feared religious ceremonies during the Middle Ages. Take a day walking tour from Qazvin, or from Gazor Khan – the latter of which takes a longer road and you have to hire a donkey to travel throughout Elbrz to reach the inland areas of the Caspian Sea.
10. Visit the Art Market Iran's markets are home to a dizzying variety of arts and crafts, such as delicate miniature carvings, inlays, ceramics and glasswork, and of course, the most famous are the different kinds of Persian carpets and tapestries. Carpet shops are everywhere, but the markets of Isfahan, Shiraz and Tehran are the most interesting, and the process of bargaining is even more memorable.
11. Skiing in the Erbors Mountains When it comes to Iran, the average person does not think of "skiing", but the country does have more than 20 ski resorts, most of which are around Tehran and are easily accessible. The ski slopes at Degin and Shemsak are the best, with steep slopes and plenty of off-the-beaten-track pistes that are attractive to skiers of all levels. Ski chalets and ski passes are cheaper than in the West, and men and women are more equal on slopes than in much of Iran – even women's exposed hair can be seen.
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