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Iran
Ancient
wonders,
architectural
gems
and
adventure

Visit one of the masterpieces of Iranian architecture

You’ll find a warm welcome awaits you in Iran, whether you’re taking tea in Tehran, visiting lovely squares and mosques in Isfahan, or palaces in Persepolis. In a land that has shaped civilisations for generations, some amazing architectural gems also await. As the sun rises through the stained-glass windows of the spectacular Pink Mosque in Shiraz, its sheer beauty may inspire you to poetry. This is no coincidence as the tomb of Hafez, one of Iran’s greatest poets lies nearby.

Shop in one of the magnificent bazaars in Iran
where it is

Where it is

Middle East

When to go

When to go

March to May
September to October

Why go there

Why go there

Architectural wonders
Ancient civilisations
Mountains and deserts

what to see

What to see

Isfahan
Persepolis
Shiraz

Spend a day in the historical complex of Isfahan

Isfahan’s
vast
square

Spend a day in the historical complex of Isfahan

Naqsh-e Jhan is both stunningly beautiful and incredibly large, at almost nine hectares in area. With magnificent mosques and gorgeous gardens, it’s a
must-see.

A mixture of architecture and art offers the pink mosque in Shiraz

The sublime
mosque
of
Shiraz

A mixture of architecture and art offers the pink mosque in Shiraz

The Pink Mosque (or Nasir-al-Mulk) is an architectural jewel in Shiraz. Visit at sunrise or sunset to see it in all its multi-coloured glory.

The sweet story of persian desserts and sweets

Take tea
in
Tehran

The sweet story of persian desserts and sweets

The Iranian capital bustles with a busy café culture. Our tip: try some of the delicate Persian pastries along with a cup of tea.

Persepolis was the capital of the ancient Persian Empire

Royal ruins
of
Persepolis

Persepolis was the capital of the ancient Persian Empire

The Palace of Persepolis was built in a remote location to keep it a secret. Today it’s open for everyone to admire its grand ruins.

A look at some of the friendliest people on earth

Travel
in
Iran

A look at some of the friendliest people on earth

Once you arrive in Iran, you’ll encounter friendly people ready to chat, and a country with a rich heritage and history. A reminder that in Iran, women are
required to wear a headscarf, whilst men should not wear shorts. Talk to us about the best time of year to visit the main destinations to avoid the searing heat
or the winter cold! It’s possible to take a luxury train trip on your Iranian journey, ask us for details.

Iran
facts

Iran is home to one of the world’s oldest major civilisations. Dating back over 7,000 years, it has shaped history across a broad region from Greece to Central
Asia to Egypt. Today, the Islamic Republic of Iran has a population of over 85 million and the official language is Persian (Farsi). The Iranian weekend is on
Thursday and Friday, and the country follows the Jalali calendar. New Year starts on or around the 21 March.

How to know the time zone

Time zone

UTC +3.5

Check the flight time

Flight time

8 hours from Switzerland

local currency

Local currency

Rial

Dial code by country

Dialling code

+98

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