Tourist Attractions in Iran

A collection of reports and photos of Iran’s tourist attractions

Cultural Heritage

Chak Chak, a Zoroastrian shrine in central Iran

Fatemeh Askarieh -
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.
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Kerman Bazaar; Historical Market in Southern Iran

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Different sections of the ancient bazaar were constructed during the reign of different rulers of the city.
Cultural Heritage

Maragheh Temple in northwestern Iran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The temple which dates back to the Parthian era was the largest Zoroastrian place of worship during that period.
Iran in Pictures

Museum of vintage cars in Tehran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The museum seeks to protect the cars which are a national asset and display the vintage collection for car lovers.
Iran in Pictures

Windmill: Original Iranian Experience of Industrial Structure

IFP Editorial Staff -
The widespread availability of wind has made it possible for Iranians in desert areas to use the windmills.
Cultural Heritage

The 2,500-plus-year-old town of Darabgerd in southern Iran

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The salt dome of Darabgerd is now an unrivalled tourist attraction in Fars Province.
Cultural Heritage

Navab Bath in Tehran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The public bath was constructed below ground level to save energy and tap into groundwater sources.
Cultural Heritage

Tomb of Bozorgmehr in eastern Iran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Photos of the tomb of the great Persian scholar in South Khorasan Province.
Iran in Pictures

Manmade reservoir at the heart of desert in central Iran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Birds flying over the region usually make a stop at the reservoir.
Cultural Heritage

Salehieh Seminary School (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Salehieh Seminary School was a major philosophy center for Shiite Muslims in the 19th century.
Cultural Heritage

Kazemi Mansion in Tehran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
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.
Cultural Heritage

Furg Citadel in eastern Iran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Furg Citadel has 18 round watchtowers which overlook all nearby villages and roads.
Iran in Pictures

Birjand Castle in eastern Iran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The adobe castle protected people against invaders, especially Turkmens, during the Safavid and Qajar eras.
IFP Exclusive

Stepanos Church in Western Iran

IFP Editorial Staff -
The ancient church of Stepanos has now turned into a museum in Hamedan.
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Hindu temple in southern Iran (PHOTOS)

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

Markooh Castle, a tourist attraction in northern Iran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Markooh Castle is visited by many tourists each year and is one of the most beautiful tourist attractions of the Caspian province of Mazandaran.
Iran in Pictures

Tourist attractions in Maku Free Trade Zone (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Maku Free Trade Zone is home to picturesque scenery.
IFP Exclusive

Iran in Photos: Underground City of Nooshabad

IFP Editorial Staff -
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.
Views

A trip to Tehran

Golrokh Askarieh -
A DW reporter has spent a week in Iran and released a report on what he saw among people in the Iranian capital.
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Fahraj Mosque in central Iran (PHOTOS)

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

Chal-Nakhjir Cave in Photos

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Natural ventilation of the cave keeps it cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Custom

Local dolls narrate joys, sorrows of rural women (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
These dolls are environment friendly and carry rich cultural values.
IFP Exclusive

Fathabad Garden in Southern Iran (PHOTOS)

IFP Editorial Staff -
After Government of Prudence and Hope took office, Fathabad garden- a historical place dating back to Qajar era- has been restored.
Iran in Pictures

The tallest dolphinarium in Mideast (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Tehran houses the tallest dolphinarium in the Middle East.
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Iranian Rock Village Registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site

IFP Editorial Staff -
Photos of Meymand Village, an Iranian ancient site which is believed to be among primary human residences.
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