As an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s no wonder that the Qavam House, located in Narenjestan-e Qavam Garden is one of Shiraz’s top destinations!
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December 26, 2017December 26, 2017 The Zarch Qanat in Yazd, Roots of the Ancient Persian Culture
The Zarch Qanat in Yazd, Iran; ancient technology of Persian culture that strategically supplied water to dry desert environments for the first time ever
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December 6, 2017December 6, 2017 The Picturesque Neighborhood of Old Town Yazd (SABAT)
Making every dreamy Middle Eastern fantasy a reality, the cozy neighborhoods of Old Town Yazd possess a structure unique to only this corner of the world!
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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,...