Of the oldest art forms, Persian rugs are truly unique in the world in their design, quality and history. Heavily inspired by Persian Gardens , the elegant birds, flowers, beasts and designs are meticulously woven by hand, one strand at a time. The yarn/silk used to make these valuable treasures is all handmade and dyed...
The Gem of Mesopotamia: Chogha Zanbil
Built in honor of the mighty Sumerian god, Inshushinak, the ziggurat at Chogha Zanbil is the greatest of a vast
This is a green dish; the basic ingredients are fresh parsley, cilantro, fenugreek, chives, kidney beans, dried Persian limes, onions, beef plus some herbs and spices. Although the vegetables get cooked thoroughly, this dish is a great source of protein, calcium and most importantly, divine deliciousness!
Adding to the variety of colors, this brown dish has a base of finely ground walnuts and pomegranate sauce. Usually joined by chicken, it is cooked very slowly. There are different preferences to the flavouring of this dish as it comes in sweet, sour or mild. This variation is caused by the choice to add...
The Royal Takht-e Soleyman Very long before any of us even existed today the magnificent archeological ensemble, Takht-e Soleyman, was built in the valley of a volcano some 2,600 years ago by the Persian Sasanian rulers. The mysterious ensemble holds a very big spiritual significance, dedicated to water and fire. The volcano’s valley has a...
Translating to ‘bottom-spread’ this is an extremely delicious and very Persian dish. It is basically saffron rice that has been cooked with a hint of yogurt (which makes the rice stick together). Usually served in pieces (like a cake), it is crispy golden-brown on top and soft and fluffy on the bottom. Just under the...
The Sacred Chak Chak Fire Temple Filled with mystery and wonder, tourists and pilgrims travel the mountainous desert lands of central Iran in quest of visiting the sacred Chak Chak Fire Temple, also known as Pir-e Sabz (The Green Pir). The most sacred Zoroastrian mountain-shrine sits elegantly right beneath a towering cliff face in the...
The Antiquated Jameh Mosque of Yazd For nearly a thousand years, the residents of Yazd’s Muslim community have gathered at this beautiful holy-place of worship, Jameh Mosque (Masjed Jameh), to participate in the collective Friday-prayer ritual. Historians say that this mosque was originally constructed in place of the old Sassanid Fire Temple in the 12th...
The Silk Route’s Historic Bazaar of Tabriz Complex Stepping into the biggest covered bazaar in the world and one of the oldest and most notable in the Middle East, the Bazaar of Tabriz generously reveals its antiquated roots and history to curious travellers and visitors. Being a hotspot for trade and commerce since the Iron...
Chahkooh Valley: The Natural Wonder On beautiful Qeshm Island southern Iran, an awe-inspiring cross-shaped valley, ‘Chahkooh’, draws the attention of travellers and tourists from all around the globe and country, in the heart of a sandstone and limestone mountain. Chahkooh Valley is referred to as ‘Tangeye Chahkooh’ and Chahkooh, itself, translates to ‘Well Mountain’ in...