Menar Jonban, with its mysterious shaking minarets is a masterpiece of Iranian architecture, located in Isfahan.
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August 26, 2017October 3, 2017 Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, a Distinct Masterpiece in Iranian Architecture
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, an amazing masterpiece of Iranian architecture and tile work, lays in the heart of Isfahan, Naqsh-e Jahan Square
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August 20, 2017October 3, 2017 Rudkhan Castle, the Ancient Castle in Iran
Rudkhan Castle (Ghal-e Rudkhan) is an ancient castle located in the heart of the green and flourishing woods of North of Iran
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August 16, 2017October 16, 2017 The Legend of the Mighty Persian City of Persepolis (Takht-e Jamshid)
The mighty metropolis of Persepolis, an enormous archive of ancient Persian texts, bas-relief carvings, palaces, halls and tombs of the antiquated empire’s royalty, and the ceremonial capital and seat of the great Achaemenid Empire. For over two centuries the ancient Persian Empire ruled from the archeological marvel. The earliest remains, however, were discovered to be...
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August 15, 2017October 16, 2017 The Ancient Persian City of Pasargadae, The Cradle of Civilization
Founded by Cyrus II the Great, the mighty ruler of the Achaemenid Empire 6th century BC, the impressive city of Pasargadae was the first dynastic capital of the ancient Persian Empire. The Achaemenid Empire’s was the first-ever known to respect and maintain the cultural diversity of the people that it conquered. Aside from uncovering its...
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July 10, 2017August 23, 2017 YAZD, IRAN, UNESCO’S LATEST INSCRIPTIONTO THE WORLD HERITAGE LIST
During its 41st session held in Krakow, Poland, the World Heritage Committee of UNESCO voted in favor of Iran’s ancient historical city of Yazd being inscribed on the World Heritage List; as one of only three, last Sunday; July 9, 2017. The very recent news was a sure cause of celebration for Iran’s Cultural Heritage,...
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July 3, 2017August 23, 2017 THE CULTURALLY LEGENDARY VAKIL COMPLEX IN SHIRAZ, IRAN
Located nearby Arg-e Karimkhan in the monumental city of Shiraz, Iran, the culturally rich Vakil complex (Vakil Bazaar, Vakil Bath, Vakil Mosque) is one of the last standing and well preserved reminiscence of the mighty Zand Dynasty. Comprised of the Vakil Bath, Vakil Mosque and Vakil Bazaar, this old complex still is, as it once...
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June 28, 2017September 3, 2017 The Extravagant Kakh-e Ali Qapu, Residence of the Great Persian Shah Abbas I
Kakh-e Ali Qapu, also known as Ali Qapu Palace, is an illustrious royal abode from the late 16th century, built in the order of Shah Abbas I when the Persian capital was moved to Isfahan. Ali, is a reference to Shah Abbas’s hero and idol Imam Ali and Qapu more simply, means gateway. Built to...
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June 23, 2017September 3, 2017 ARG-E KARIM KHAN ZAND, the Medieval Fortress Residence of the Great Karim Khan in Shiraz, Iran.
Located in the heart of downtown of the historical city, Shiraz, the Karim Khan Castle (Arg-e Karim Khan Zand) marks a volatile time of great change and victory over invaders in the 1700’s Iran. In the more recent years, the once residence of the great militant leader was used as a prison at times. Thankfully,...
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June 15, 2017June 15, 2017 The Historic Bazaar of Kerman Dating Back to 1,500 Years Ago
The Grand Bazaar, lying in the central heart of Kerman, Iran is one of a multitude of origins built in during the rule of the different governors of each period. It is uniquely constructed in eight interconnected rows. These alleys go by the names of Arg, Ganj Ali Khan, Ekhtiyari, Sardari, Vakil, Attari, and Qadam...