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Top 6 Iranian Bathhouses that you should visit

February 27, 2020

Iranian Bathhouses (Hammams)

Apart from being a place for washing and personal hygiene, Iranian public bathhouses (Hammams) were a place for gathering and holding local councils, therefore these constructions play an important role in Iranian culture and architecture.

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Top 5 star hotels in Shiraz

February 20, 2020

So you have decided to include Shiraz on your Iran tour itinerary? Good decision! Because no trip to Iran would be complete without spending 2 or 3 days in Shiraz. Also, finding a good hotel in Shiraz is not a hard thing to do, as there are many good hotels available in this city.

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4 reasons why you should visit Shiraz

February 13, 2020

Visiting Shiraz

Being located on the southwest of Iran and with about 1,869,001 residents, Shiraz is a city that shouldn’t be missed visiting when you travel to Iran because this city is:

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Khatam Kari (Marquetry), Persian handicrafts

February 8, 2020

Khatam Kari (Marquetry)

Experience the beauty of Persian Khatam Kari, a time-honored craft from Iran that involves the meticulous inlaying of wood, metal, and bone onto a surface to create stunningly intricate designs. People in Iran adorn their home with exquisite boxes, frames, and other decorative items that showcase the artistry and elegance of this traditional craft. Here you can read everything about Khatam Kariin Iran.

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4 magnificent deserts to visit around Isfahan

February 2, 2020

Besides its wonderful historical and cultural attractions like the Naqshe jahan Square or the mosques, Isfahan is located near some of the most beautiful deserts of Iran, which are a part of the vast Central Desert, like Maranjab Desert, Mesr Desert, Khur Biabanak Desert, and Varzaneh Desert.

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Aush: The Iranian specialty soup

January 28, 2020

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Is Iran still a safe travel destination?

January 21, 2020

Well, after all those news and reactions about Iran, like when Mr. Donald Trump threatened Iran to destroy 52 of its cultural sites, the assassination of General Qasem Suleymani the Quds Army’s head, Iran targeting the US military base in Iran and the tragedy of the Ukrainian 572 aircraft crash introduced as a “human mistake”, we, the PacktoIran team, felt that we must update the information about safety in Iran in 2020.

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Top luxury and 5-star hotels in Tehran

January 18, 2020

Top luxury and 5-star hotels in Tehran

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Top things to do in Hormuz Island

January 12, 2020

With colorful soil, its warm climate and an untouched culture, Hormuz Island is one of the offbeat places that you shouldn’t miss visiting when you travel to Iran, especially during autumn and winter. The fantastic Hormuz Island (Hormoz) is located in southern Iran, in the Persian Gulf and is created by sedimentary rocks and volcanic materials. During summer, the climate on this island is very hot with an average degree of 45 ◦ and 95% humidity, while during autumn and winter the weather is mild and lovely with a peaceful sunshine shining on the endless sea waves.

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Top top 5 attractions to visit in Yazd

January 7, 2020

Attractions in Yazd

Being the center of Zoroastrianism since Sassanid time, Yazd is a must-see Iranian city that would leave every visitor speechless. The vivid shiny sky, the maze of historical alleys and buildings, and its exclusive oriental atmosphere are the reasons why you shouldn’t miss visiting Yazd when you travel to Iran. But what are the top attractions that you should visit as a traveler who is visiting Yazd? Read below to find out:

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