Tourist Attractions in Iran

The tomb of Seyyed Gholam Rasoul, which dates back to the 11th century AD, has white walls and Indian-style architecture.

Varkaneh is a touristy village in Hamedan Province and has been registered as a national heritage site.

The adobe minaret dates back to the Sassanid era.

Chak Chak is very popular with both Zoroastrian pilgrims and Muslim tourists. But between June 14 and 18 each year, it is only open to Zoroastrian worshipers.

Different sections of the ancient bazaar were constructed during the reign of different rulers of the city.

The temple which dates back to the Parthian era was the largest Zoroastrian place of worship during that period.

The museum seeks to protect the cars which are a national asset and display the vintage collection for car lovers.

The widespread availability of wind has made it possible for Iranians in desert areas to use the windmills.

The salt dome of Darabgerd is now an unrivalled tourist attraction in Fars Province.

The public bath was constructed below ground level to save energy and tap into groundwater sources.

Photos of the tomb of the great Persian scholar in South Khorasan Province.

Birds flying over the region usually make a stop at the reservoir.

Salehieh Seminary School was a major philosophy center for Shiite Muslims in the 19th century.

Kazemi Mansion is a historical building which houses a number of models and dolls representing the jobs and traditions of people who lived in Tehran 150 years ago.

Furg Citadel has 18 round watchtowers which overlook all nearby villages and roads.

The adobe castle protected people against invaders, especially Turkmens, during the Safavid and Qajar eras.

The ancient church of Stepanos has now turned into a museum in Hamedan.

The temple was initially built as a place of worship for Hindu traders who were based in Bandar Abbas.

Markooh Castle is visited by many tourists each year and is one of the most beautiful tourist attractions of the Caspian province of Mazandaran.

Maku Free Trade Zone is home to picturesque scenery.

Nooshabad, known as Ouyi to locals, is an underground city with many passages and chambers in Isfahan Province in central Iran. It is one of the world's most remarkable underground cities and dates back to the pre-Islamic era.

A DW reporter has spent a week in Iran and released a report on what he saw among people in the Iranian capital.

Photos of a 14-century-old mosque in Yazd Province.

Natural ventilation of the cave keeps it cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

These dolls are environment friendly and carry rich cultural values.