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January 4, 2021
Cyrus the Great
Cyrus the Great, also known as Cyrus II of Persia, was the founder of the glorious Achaemenid Dynasty and one of the most well-known characters throughout the history of Iran. On this blog you will read about the achievements of Cyrus the Great, the Cylinder of Cyrus, the ancient city of Pasargadae and etc.
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December 31, 2020
Persepolis, Iran
Located 60 kilometers away from Shiraz, Persepolis is one of the most important monuments of the ancient world made by the Achaemenids, and is one of the attractions that you shouldn't miss visiting in Iran.
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December 28, 2020
Ghalamzani - Persian handicraft
Ghalamzani or engraving on metal is one of the top Iranian handicrafts which is still practiced in cities like Isfahan and is a great souvenir of Iran.
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December 24, 2020
Intangible UNESCO world heritages in Iran
Apart from ancient monuments and objects, the vast country of Iran enjoys a diversity of UNESCO Intangible World Heritages including traditions, knowledge, and culture inherited through generations and millennia which are registered as UNESCO Intangible World Heritages.
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December 20, 2020
Yalda Night
Yalda night is one of the most important and oldest Iranian celebrations, which is held every year on the last night of autumn based on Iranian calendar.
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December 17, 2020
Nasir al Mulk Mosque
Located in Shiraz, the city of poetry and nightingales, the Nasir al Mulk Mosque was built during thr Qajar Dynasty and is now one of the top photography places and architectural masterpieces that you should visit in Iran.
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December 14, 2020
Money in Iran
How much money should I bring to Iran? What currency is easily exchanged in Iran? Do credit cards work in Iran? Here is a complete guide to money in Iran.
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December 10, 2020
Iranian desserts
Desserts play an important role in a culinary and food culture of country. Besides tasty cuisines, there are a lot of Iranian desserts that you should try in Iran like traditional saffron ice-cream, Sholezard, Ranginak, etc.
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December 7, 2020
Takht-e Soleyman
Designated as a great example of Sassanid glory and power by UNESCO, the archaeological complex of Takht-e Soleyman (Takht-e Suleiman) resides in west Azerbaijan Province, northwest of Iran, and includes, a Zoroastrian fire temple, an Anahita Temple, the Solomon Prison, and the mysterious ancient lake!
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December 3, 2020
Persian Miniature - UNESCO World Heritage
Iranian miniature, also known as Iranian painting (Taz-Hib), is a magnificent and ancient art form that has been practiced for centuries and classified into various schools. As a UNESCO world heritage, this blog will showcase the different Persian miniature schools throughout history in various cities. The Persian miniature is a rich and diverse form of art that has been shaped by the unique cultural and historical contexts of Iran.
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