Tourist Attractions in Iran

Iran’s Nature in Photos: Dargah Sangi International Wetland

The international wetland of Dargah Sangi in West Azarbaijan, north-western Iran, is going through a lively season full of water.

Tehran War Cemetery; A World War Site Inside British Embassy

One of the most interesting cemeteries in Iran’s capital belongs to the soldiers of Alliance who were killed during the two World Wars.

Sistan and Baluchestan; Home to World’s Oldest Windmills

The first windmills of the world were built around 1,000 years ago in Sistan region, south-eastern Iran.

Bahrakan; The Biggest Fishing Port of Iran

Located in Hendijan, southern Iran, Bahrakan is known as the largest fishing port in the country.

Iran in Photos: Armenian Cemeteries of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari

The Armenian cemeteries in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province, southwestern Iran, are among the region's most interesting tourist attractions.

Persian Architecture in Photos: Grand Mosque of Qom

With an area of 12,000 square metres, the Grand Mosque of Qom is one of the largest religious, historical buildings in Iran.

Iran’s First ‘Gallery Alley’ Opens in Qavam Orangery of Shiraz

The first "gallery alley" of Iran has been opened in the historical passage of Qavam Orangery, Shiraz.

Iran Nature in Photos: Colourful Mountains of Tabriz

Beautiful images of colorful mountains in northwestern Iran.

Two Historical Structures Dug Out in Central Iran

Two ancient structures dating back to the Parthian Empire (Arsacid Empire) have been unearthed in central Iran.

Is Saint Thaddeus Monastery Oldest Christian Church in World?

The Monastery of Saint Thaddeus in north-western Iran is considered by some experts to be the oldest church of the Christian world.

Iran’s Nature in Photos: Ardal & Mashayekh Region

Located in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province, Ardal and Mashayekh is a temperate mountainous region with magnificent sceneries.

Jahan-Nama Museum; A Collection of Artworks from Entire World

Jahan-Nama Museum, which contains collections of artworks from all over the world, is located in Sahebqaraniyeh Palace, northern Tehran.

Snake Tongue Canyon; Bizarre Attraction in Lut Desert

At a depth of 60 kilometres in the central Lut Desert there is a valley created by a lack of vegetation and high soil erosion known as the Snake Tongue Canyon.

Khoda-Afarin Natural Bridge; A Tough Mountain Pass for Nomads

Khoda-Afarin mountain pass is one of the most dangerous ones crossed by Iranian nomads in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province in the country’s south-west.

Iran’s Nature in Photos: Qadikola Lagoon

The beautiful lagoon of Qadikola is an important wetland in Mazandaran province, northern Iran.

Shafe’i Mosque; A Gem of Architecture in Kermanshah

The Shafe’i grand mosque in Iran’s western city of Kermanshah highlights an elegant example of Islamic mosques inspired by the Ottoman architecture.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Shahid Rajaei Dam in Mazandaran

Shahid Rajaei Dam is located 45 km from Sari, the capital of Mazandaran province in northern Iran.

Iran’s Nature in Photos: Zomorrod Waterfall

With its temperate climate and unique nature, Zomorrod waterfall in Gilan province, northern Iran, has the potential to become a top tourist attraction.

Iran Cultural Heritage in Photos: Dome of Soltaniyeh

Soltaniyeh Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northwestern Iran, in photos.

Northwestern Iran; A Paradise for Off-Roaders

The mountainous nature in northwestern Iran, especially those located between Ardabil and Gilan provinces, has turned the region into one of the best places for lovers of off-road routes, especially mountain bikers.

Persian Architecture in Photos: House of Imam Jomeh

Dating back to the 19th century, the House of "Imam Jomeh" – the Imam of Friday prayers – is a gem in the heart of Tehran.

Iran’s History in Photos: Shadiakh Neighbourhood

Shadiakh was once one of the most famous neighbourhoods in the ancient city of Neishabour, Khorasan Razavi province, eastern Iran.

Iran in Photos: Vintage Car Collection of Niavaran Palace

Formerly used as a garage, the vintage car museum of Tehran’s Niavaran Palace houses the Pahlavi family's private cars, small motorcycles owned by their children, and some car replicas.

Iran Says Its Tourism Industry Recovers from COVID-19 Earlier than Expected

Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts says the country’s tourism industry has recovered from the COVID-19 crisis earlier than expected.

Iran in Photos: Hidden Layers of Earth in Badab-e Soort

Badab-e Soort is a natural phenomenon located 95 km south of Sari, the capital of Mazandaran province in northern Iran.

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