City: Iran
What to do and see in Iran, Iran: The Best Historic Sites
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. Imam Reza Holy Shrine
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5.0 based on 425 reviews
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
2. Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System
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5.0 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By derakagency - Shiraz, Iran
this is one of the UNESCO world heritage site in Iran, and surely a must-see attraction in west part of Iran. it is really amazing to discover what ancient people made about 3000 years ago.
3. Tang Chogan
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By sergiohoffman203 - Brazil, null
i dont know about this place before my drive Amir tell me,he took me over and was great,we saw 6 amazing Bas relief,then we visit the ruins of Bishapur,what was a breat taken,i just loved,if you come to Shiraz you must to see those places,and you can hire a awesome english speak driver,i high recommend him,you wont regret,here its he's contact info Amir sahraaie [email protected] +989178785416 whats app
4. Bisotun World Heritage Site
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Saeid0380 - Shiraz, Iran
Bisotun is located near Kermanshah, west of Iran and has couple of things remain prehistoric times to the Median, Ashaemenid, Sassanian and Ilkhanid periods. The proncipal monument of this archaeological site is wonderful bas-relief and cuneiform inscription ordered by Darius the Great. The bas-relief portrays Darius holding a bow. Also the inscription written in three languages which is amazing.
5. Arg-e Bam
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4.5 based on 96 reviews
This citadel town was inhabited from the third century to the late 19th century. The 2003 Earthquake in Bam destroyed more than 80 percent of the Citadel.
Reviewed By junojules - Braunschweig, Germany
I heard that Lonely Planet somehow excluded this place from the book and now some people even do not know this ruin but when you visit the south area of Iran, this place is one of the MUST-VISIT place. I do not know how it was like before the big earthquake destroyed here but even after the earthquake, it is magnificent to walk round the old city.. nostalsic and romantic. Especially if you go close to sunset you can havea beautiful castle, houses, ruins with dramatic shades of the sun! My recommendation is visit there after a bit long lunch, arriving around 3 or 4 in the afternoon.
6. Chehel Sotoun
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4.5 based on 521 reviews
Reviewed By rasoolzabihi91 - Isfahan, Iran
Beautiful garden, breathtaking paintings & wonderful architecture has made this palace one of the nicest one in Isfahan.
7. Kandovan
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4.5 based on 359 reviews
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!
8. Sheikh Safi al-din Khanegah and Shrine Ensemble
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4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Amir_Rafighi - Tehran, Iran
A very attractive historical sight, located in city center. The tomb of Sheikh Safi Al Din Ardabili, the ancestor of Safavid first emperor, Shah Ismail the first. Safavid dynasty has made Shia as the official religion of Iran in 16th century. The sight consists of the tomb and the tower of Allah Allah, the old cemetery which has many historical gravestones and the archeological museum of Ardabil. The price for domestic visitors is 55000 rials in September 2019.
9. Eram Garden (Baq e Eram)
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4.5 based on 731 reviews
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
10. Niavaran Historical Cultural Complex
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4.5 based on 369 reviews
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.
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