Iran in Pictures

Iran in Photos: Stepped Village of Sar-e Aqa Seyyed

Sar-e Aqa Seyyed is a stepped village in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province, south-western Iran.

Kordasht Historical Site: A Must-See Tourist Attraction in Iran

The Kordasht historical complex dating back to the Safavid and Qajar eras is located in ancient Kordasht village in the town of Jolfa in Iran’s northwestern East Azarbaijan Province.

Iran’s History in Photos: Castle of Falak-ol-Aflak

The Castle of Falak ol-Aflak or Shapur Khast is a historical fortress in western Iran, dating back to the Sassanid era.

Iran Marks National Day of Village, Nomads

Iran annually marks the 15th day of Mehr (the first month of autumn) as the National Day of Village and Nomads with the aim of promoting the nomadic and rural culture and lifestyle.

Qeisarieh Complex: Fabulous Gateway to Isfahan

The Qeisarieh complex in Iran’s central city of Isfahan involves an impressive portal leading to the Grand Bazaar and the must-see attractions in old town.

Iran’s Nature in Photos: Raghaz Canyon

Raghaz, the jewel of Iranian canyons, is where the water has met the rocks since thousands of year ago, creating stunning natural landscapes.

Sarakhieh Village; The Venice of Iran

Sarakhieh is a unique village in south-western Iran where the daily life flows in the water, just like the Italian city of Venice. 

Iran’s Architecture in Photos: House of Mohammad Moein

Mohammad Moein was a prominent Iranian researcher and professor whose house in Tehran has turned into a museum.

Lak Tribe Start Seasonal Migration in Western Iran

The nomadic tribe of Lak in western Iran annually travel from the warm region of Lorestan to their summer resort in Spring and begin their migration back to the winter quarter when autumn arrives.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Asiabar Traditional Market

The historical bazaar of Asiabar village in northern Iran is a traditional market that has supplied local and non-local products for centuries.

Iran in Photos: 70-Mullah Cemetery of Zahedan

The 70-Mullah Cemetery is an 800-year-old graveyard whose architecture is inspired by the tomb of Cyrus the Great.

Iran’s Nature in Photos: Maranjab Desert

Maranjab desert is located in the north of Aran-o Bidgol city in Isfahan province, central Iran.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Lost Desert in Heart of Cold Region

The desert area of “Shoush Qoum” is located 10 km south of Harris, 80 km from Tabriz, north-western Iran.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Tang-e Boraq

Tang-e Boraq is a village with numerous springs and waterfalls, which turn it into a magnificent tourist attraction.

Iran’s History in Photos: House of General Amini

The historical house of Brigadier General Amini Sedehi is located in Foroushan neighborhood of Khomeini-Shahr, Isfahan province, central Iran.

Iran in Photos: Murals of Tehran

Paintings and murals that decorate the walls of the Iranian capital are sometimes lost in the city’s hustle and bustle.

Iran’s Architecture in Photos: House of Mostofi-ol Mamalek

The mansion of Mostofi-ol Mamalek is a 125-year-old Qajar building which somehow represents the contemporary history of Iran.

Iran’s History in Photos: Yam Caravanserai

The historical caravanserai of Yam, located in the city of Marand in north-western Iran, once used to be an important place on the way of Silk Road.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Sunflower Fields of Golidagh

Every year, farmers of Golidagh in Golestan province, north-eastern Iran, dedicate hundreds of hectares of land to sunflower cultivation.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Nature of Nishapur

Nishapur is an ancient city located on the road connecting Tehran to the holy city of Mashhad, some 120 km from the latter.

Iran’s Nature in Photos: Lotus Lagoon of Mazandaran

The city of Babol in Mazandaran province, northern Iran, is home to one of the most beautiful wetlands of the country.

Tehran’s History in Photos: House of Malek

The historical house of Malek is located in Bein ol-Haramein Bazaar in the heart of the Iranian capital.

Iran in Photos: Nomad Children

The northern and southern slopes of Alvand Mountain in Hamadan province, western Iran, provide suitable conditions for nomadic life.

Persian Architecture in Photos: Tughrul Tower

The Tughrul Tower is a remnant of Seljuk period located in Rey, southern Tehran.

Iran’s History in Photos: Ancient Temple of Anahita

The Temple of Anahita, an ancient monument dating back to the Parthian era (247 BCE – 224 CE), is the second stone building of Iran.

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