The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Iran, Iran

July 26, 2021 Madelene Haan

Iran (Persian: ایران‎ Irān [ʔiːˈɾɒːn] ( listen)), also known as Persia (/ˈpɜːrʒə/), officially the Islamic Republic of Iran (Persian: جمهوری اسلامی ایران‎ Jomhuri-ye Eslāmi-ye Irān ( listen)), is a sovereign state in Western Asia. With over 81 million inhabitants, Iran is the world's 18th-most-populous country. Comprising a land area of 1,648,195 km (636,372 sq mi), it is the second-largest country in the Middle East and the 17th-largest in the world. Iran is bordered to the northwest by Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan, to the north by the Caspian Sea, to the northeast by Turkmenistan, to the east by Afghanistan and Pakistan, to the south by the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, and to the west by Turkey and Iraq. The country's central location in Eurasia and Western Asia, and its proximity to the Strait of Hormuz, give it geostrategic importance. Tehran is the country's capital and largest city, as well as its leading economic and cultural center.
Restaurants in Iran

1. Persepolis

Marvdasht 5 km from MarvDasht City, Persepolis 71364 Iran +98 930 389 5457 http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/114
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5.0 based on 1,699 reviews

Persepolis

This monument is an unbelievable place with unique architecture and 2500 years history, which was the first United Nations of the world and was built by Achaemenid Darius,a Persian king. This site is 125000 SQ.m. with 9 palaces and 3000 reliefs. It is 60 k.m far from Shiraz and located near Naqsh-e-Rostam and Pasargad in Shiraz- Esfahan highway. Around this site you can serve local foods.

Reviewed By farzinh2020 - Iran, null

The best historical place in the world Fabulous Fantastic An environment full of positive energy Magnificent palaces A sacred place The embodiment of Persian and Persian authority in the ancient world

2. Imam Reza Holy Shrine

Mashhad Iran https://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/6194/
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5.0 based on 425 reviews

Imam Reza Holy Shrine

The site of the 9th-century murder of the 8th of the 12 descendants of Mohammed.

Reviewed By BackPacker789201 - Iran, null

Mashhad is acity with all its beauties,along with the pilgrimage of imam Reza(AS) and a quiet work in the hotels of this city

3. Kandovan

Sahand, Tabriz Iran +98 912 843 7139 http://soranjourneyiran.com/
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4.5 based on 359 reviews

Kandovan

Reviewed By ywwonglp - Cambridge, United Kingdom

On a weekday it might be easy to get to Kandovan but difficult to get back! First, a shared taxi to Osku (30000rial per person), driver drop you off at the roundabout. Then catch another shared taxi to Kandovan (70000 rial per person) However you might not find enough people to to share the taxi with and might have to go on a private taxi. ***best to find other travelers in Tabriz to go together to make it cheaper and easier ***a taxi driver quoted $20usd(while taxi) for a return trip plus waiting at Kandovan.(might be easier and faster if you have four or people to share) ***if traveling on your own, on your way back, be sure to try hitchhike with a local who's heading back to town otherwise it's impossible to find a taxi that go out on a weekday (we waited for an hour before a local is happy to take us back) Small you can spend 2-3 hours having a look at every cave shop and go to the hill ok the opposite and the free natural mineral water is also very famous there. This place is great for people who don't mind walking very steep steps and slopes!

4. Vank Cathedral

Vank Church Alley Jolfa District, Isfahan 97953-81738 Iran 2-6243471 313 98 http://www.vank.ir/
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4.5 based on 865 reviews

Vank Cathedral

Reviewed By DubaiYogini - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Armenian Quarter is simply stunning! The Vank Cathedral surprisingly has so many valuable artifacts. By the time we got here I was so tired of staring at art on ceilings I was just too exhausted to take in more incredible history lessions so perhaps keep a day for Armenian Quarter. Visit the Music Museum (trust me its more interesting than it sounds) and then eat, eat ,eat. Walk around and check out the charming restaurants and then perhaps go for dessert elsewhere because there are too many spots to choose from. The Vank Cathedral architecture indicates co-existance thousands of yrs back as u see the Islamic dome and the Christian pointed arch.

5. Eram Garden (Baq e Eram)

Eram Blvd, Shiraz 71364 Iran
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4.5 based on 731 reviews

Eram Garden (Baq e Eram)

Reviewed By Saeid0380 - Shiraz, Iran

Eram garden in Shiraz is one of the nine UNESCO inscribed cultural heritage sites as Iran's Persian Gardens and also kind a botanical garden. The best time for visiting this amazing garden is March and April which the air is permeated with the scent of orange blossoms and all trees and flowers look fresh and pristine. Plus there is a awesome mansion with 7 color tiles. In addition, there are some Cedar trees in Eram garden that very they are famous. All in all, the panoramic views of the garden, the aroma of flowers, the splendid view of old cypress trees and the grandeur of ancient building enchants visitors from all over the world and these are some of the reasons this unique garden has become one of the most visited attractions of Shiraz

6. Towers of silence

Yazd Iran +98 35 3823 2724 http://www.travel.fars.company/blog-en/attractions/tower-of-silence-zoroastrian-s-dakhmeh
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4.5 based on 963 reviews

Towers of silence

Reviewed By mjomidi - Tehran, Iran

Prayers for the departed form an important part of Zoroastrian ritual. Soon after the spirit has left, the body is regarded as impure, so it is bathed and dressed in white cotton garments. At the time appointed, the corpse has to be carried into the Tower. The Towers of Silence, being open at the top, give free access to birds of prey. Zoroastrianism regards the Soul as infinitely the more important.

7. Niavaran Historical Cultural Complex

Tehran Iran +98 912 334 6008 http://niavaranmu.ir/#
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4.5 based on 369 reviews

Niavaran Historical Cultural Complex

Reviewed By samjourneys - Tehran, Iran

this is one of the amazing palace in Tehran with a beautiful garden and stunning art. It has some building inside that you should buy their tickets.

8. Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse

Alavi Street, Kashan 87134 Iran
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4.5 based on 370 reviews

Sultan Amir Ahmad Bathhouse

Reviewed By shadgerami - Nikolaevsk-na-Amure, Russia

At about 400 years old,this Bathhouse and Sauna is truly a work of art with its turquoise and gold carvings

9. Old City

Yazd Iran
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4.5 based on 755 reviews

Old City

Reviewed By Faezeh94 - Isfahan, Iran

Separation of the modern urban and traditional texture of Yazd city is the main distinctive feature of this city with other cities. Alley of calm and silent with kind people in the traditional texture of Yazd is one of the most prominent beauties of this city.

10. Darband

Tehran Iran http://soranjourneyiran.com/
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4.5 based on 900 reviews

Darband

Reviewed By ahmadsC9330OX - Tehran, Iran

Darband "is one of the most popular promenades in the city of Tehran. In Darband, you can find everything that is delicious and appealing from fire tea to beef and bean, various sour baked goods, delicious food, all kinds of kebabs, salads and You'll find everything that's needed for a joint's abdominal joint. The sound of water, the airborne water droplets, the beautiful effects of restaurants, the beds in the water, and the countless crowd that pass through the illuminated passageways, all can be Make memories for you for a long time. From the Korean restaurant to the Italian restaurants and the restaurants that offer a variety of Iranian and foreign dishes Choose from the traditional space of the Iranian restaurant to make a chat with your companions.

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