Find out more about the places to visit in Iran
with these excellent resources.
Gorgán
Gorgán, in
northern Iran, has good air, rail and road access to most larger cities in Iran. Entering
or leaving by land between Iran and Turkmenistan
is open to both Iranian and foregien travellers.
Hormuz
Hormuz; the town, the
island, the strait and the Musandam Peninsula.
Isfahan
Isfahan, or Esfehan, has been designated by UNESCO as a world heritage
site. The frames intensive, JavaScript guide to Isfahan that may take some getting used
to. When you get the hang of it, you're provided with an excellent visual opportunity to
explore and discover the hidden delights of Isfahan.
Mashhad
Mashhad
(mah-shahd), meaning place of martyrdom, is the capital and largest city in Khorasan
province. It is also Iran's holiest city, located 850 kilometers north-east of Tehran;
near the border with Turkmenistan.
Masouleh
Located some 56km south-west of Rasht and 25km west of Fooman, Masouleh (1,050 meters above sea
level) is one of the most beautiful and traditional villages in Gilan Province. It's
uniqueness is it's terraced style on the mountain and the lack of motor vehicles.
Qom
Qom is located some 120km Southwest of Tehran. Sometimes considered
the religious capital of the Islamic Republic, Qom hosts the tomb of Hazrat Masumeh,
sister of Imam Reza. Many religious schools, dedicated to Islamic teaching, are located
around the Hazrat Masumeh Sanctuary.
Tabriz
Tabriz was founded during the Sassanid period and is located 597 km
north-west of Tehran.
Tehran
Tehran has
a unique fascinating character. It lies on an incline some 1,200 meters above sea level at
the southern foothills of the mighty Alborz mountain range. Visit the French-style palaces
in northern Tehran belonging to the former Shah of Iran and the museums to get more
information on the former Persian Empire and Rersian heritage.
Shiraz
Shiraz is often regarded as one of the most attractive of all Iranian
cities; situated 919 Km south of Tehran.
Regional Iran:
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