Iran Holidays
Over many years of organising travel to Iran, our experience is of a warm and friendly country whose people are only too delighted to see foreign visitors. This is quite contrary to media reports and some western propaganda. Birthplace to one of the world's great empires, Iran has been subsequently dominated and influenced by a host of cultures whose architectural remains lie scattered across the country.
While the mood has obviously changed since pre-revolutionary days, Iran remains a fascinating country to visit and one that is so large that it is almost impossible to explore on one visit. Whilst undeniably Islamic, Teheran is a disappointingly modern city which, with the exception of its main museum, has little to commend it. However, as you venture further afield, there is a wealth of treasures waiting to be explored. To the south of Teheran lies Isfahan with its beautiful Persian architecture, Shiraz and nearby Percepolis, Yazd, a centre of Zoroastrianism or fire worship and even the decimated town of Bam. To the north there is Hamadan, traditional centre of the carpet trade, and the Caspian Sea.
Iran never fails to amaze. It is always throwing up wonderful surprises when one least expects them. Visit the remote Armenian churches near Tabriz, hidden away near the Turkish border, or the holy cities of Qom and Mashad and the desert towns of Na'in, the geographical centre of Iran, and Yazd, still home to the Zoroastrian fire worshippers.
Journey Ideas for Iran