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Iranian kilims

January 1, 2020

A while after the first men learned to make clothes out of animals’ fur and skin, they came up with the idea of creating rugs with the same fur to sit on soft rugs instead of hard cold rocks. Kilim and felt rugs, with a simpler weaving method are the first rugs that men invented. According to the evidence weaving kilims dates back to 2500 years ago. But what are Kilims?

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Meatlicious kebabs to try in Iran

December 16, 2019

kebabs to try in Iran

Iranians are food lovers and gourmet restaurants are usually packed with locals and travelers who seek the tasty Iranian cuisines. Kebab, which is served with rice or bread, is among the most famous and oldest Iranian foods and it comes in various types:

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Iran's Dotar instrument is inscribed as a UNESCO cultural heritage

December 14, 2019

The Iranian tradition of crafting and playing Dotar was inscribed as an intangible world heritage by UNESCO during the 14th annual meeting of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Bogota-Colombia.

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Is it safe to travel to Iran in 2020?

December 12, 2019

Iran is among the countries that have remained unknown and misunderstood and media and political news have affected the tourism industry in this wonderful and ancient land for decades especially after the revolution in 1979 and the Iran-Iraq War in the 1980s. As a traveler, you have made your friends and family feel shocked and concerned about your safety after you told them: “I’m going to travel to Iran!” You may have many question marks about the culture and safety in Iran as well. We are here to help you decide about traveling to Iran. :)

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The top 3 luxurious hotels in Isfahan

December 9, 2019

Luxurious hotels in Isfahan

Are you planning on visiting the outstanding city of Isfahan? Good for you! The city of Isfahan (Esfahan) and its magnificent attractions mostly dating back to the Safavid Dynasty (16th and 17th Century) are so attractive that this city is titled as “Nesf-e Jahan” (meaning half of the world!). If you are interested in staying in luxurious hotels of Isfahan, the 3 hotels below are going to be the best choices:

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5 things you need to know before visiting Tehran

December 6, 2019

With its museums and art galleries and great food, Tehran is a thriving city that shouldn't be missed. Below are the 5 things that you need to know before traveling to Tehran.

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The Art of Pottery in Iran

November 25, 2019

Pottery in Iran

As one of the oldest and most important inventions of humans, the art of pottery in Iran traces back to 8000 years B.C. Ancient potteries let the archeologists know more about the society, art, and technology during a specific period and Iranians have made pieces of pottery using different tools, pottery methods, and ornamental motifs during millenniums.

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Damavand Mountain: The highest peak in Iran and the Midle East

November 2, 2019

Iran's mountainous landscape boasts numerous peaks, with the legendary Damavand mountain standing tall as the highest mountain in Iran and the Middle East. This volcanic peak is also the highest in Asia and holds great cultural significance in Iranian myths and traditions, symbolizing stability and strength.

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Unveiling the Secrets of Iran Food Culture

October 29, 2019

Iran Food Culture

Iran is a vast country with a high variety of climate, leading to the diversity of food resources and food culture in this country. From the north of Iran to the south, there are numerous types of food cooked with fresh local ingredients. For Iranians cooking is not only preparing a meal but also it is keeping the Iranian culture and origins alive. Iran food culture is one aspect of travelling to Iran, that will always remain vivid in the tourists memory. Iran food culture is so different from the foods all over the world,in many ways.

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