The most beautiful trips in Iran
What to see and experience in Iran
Thanks to its historic cities, Iran offers beautiful excursions in their historic centers. In addition, you can take beautiful trips and hikes to the local mountains and deserts. Let's see what is definitely worth a visit
Ascent of Mount Damavand
To the highest volcano in Asia
The ascent of the highest Asia's volcano Damavand is the most famous and also the most frequently walked hike throughout Iran. The mountain benefits mainly from its good accessibility (less than two hours’ drive from the capital city Tehran), mountain hut and relatively simple normal ascent route. Most visitors struggle here with symptoms of mountain sickness due to the altitude (5 610 m asl) and poor acclimatization. Smokey fumaroles near the top and the clouds unfortunately obstruct the nice views from the top, so here is certainly true that the views of the volcano are more beautiful than views from the volcano. continue reading
Tour of Esfahan
Walk in the tourist center of Iran
Thanks to its sights, Esfahan is deservedly the main destination for foreign tourists in Iran. You will need at least two days to explore the local attractions, mainly around Naqsh-e Jahan and Sabzeh. Among them is a huge historic bazaar continue reading
Trip to Abyaneh
Trip to the beautiful mountain valley
Red town Abyaneh (2 230 m asl) is hidden almost at the very end of a mountain valley falling about a kilometer lower into arid Iranian desert plains. On the horizon it is dominated by mountain Siakooh (3 160 m asl), the highest peak in the northern part of the mountain range. During this trip you will enjoy interesting local architecture and people with different customs and costumes than in the rest of the Iranian population. You will enjoy the most beautiful view of the whole town from the ruins of the castle Palahamooneh to the south of the town. continue reading
Driving Tour
A new addition to UNESCO
Driving one of the most beautiful places I have visited, located in the central part of Iran, was rightly inscribed in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage in 2017. continue reading
Visit of Kharanaq
Well-preserved ruins of desert town
If you are already in the desert Yazd, do not forget to go within one day trip also to very interesting ruins of Khanaraq (1 765 m asl) /80 kilometers away from Yazd/. After passing through the modern part of the town await you extensive freely accessible ruins. Remember, however, that these buildings from adobe mud bricks are already quite shabby, so part of the ceilings is already forfeited and another will fall soon, which is a shame. After seeing the ruins set out to the adjacent green oasis, where they pomegranates grow, to the aqueduct and to the outlook point, where you will see the town nicely panoramic. continue reading
Golestan Palace
The most important monument in Tehran
Golestan Royal Palace is one of the most interesting places you can visit in Tehran. More than the exteriors of the palace, you will be fascinated by its luxuriously furnished rooms, which were spared no mirrors, silver and crystal chandeliers. Unfortunately, photography is forbidden almost everywhere, so it's up to you how much you can document. continue reading
Visit of Chak Chak
The most sacred place of Zoroastrianism
Chak Chak, the most sacred place of the ancient religion Zoroastrianism, lies hidden in the mountains strongly reminiscent of the famous Jordanian desert Wadi Rum. For someone may be more interesting the ride through the desert rather than the very small temple hidden in a cave over a number of newly constructed buildings. However, the trip to Chak Chak is certainly worth it. continue reading
Visit of Castle Hanjan
Guardian of two valleys
Castle in Hanjan is located very tactically on promontory in places, where two fertile mountain valleys connect just a short distance before immense desert plain begins. Most tourists stop here only for a photo from the road on their way to the interesting mountain village Abyaneh. But it is definitely worth to see the entire freely accessible ruins, from which is a beautiful view of the valley. continue reading
Drive Polour - Lake Lar
Amazing outlook of Damavand
On the eastern side of the mountain Elborz is obviously the biggest tourist attraction the country's highest mountain Mount Damavand. Another great natural attraction is basically right underneath – the national park Lar with a dam bearing the same at its center. You might be surprised that there can be found not only jackal and wild boar, but also a wolf, bear and leopard. Entry to the park is 15 kilometers behind the town Polour. From the entrance to the park is one of the most beautiful views of Mount Damavand at all. Through the park leads the panoramic road or you can also trek here. continue reading
Visit of Castle Narin Qal'eh
The heart of historic Meybod
In the center of the regional capital Meybod (1 100 m asl) /approx. 70 thsd in population/ stands the oldest Iranian castle Narin. It was built more than two thousand years ago and was the center of ancient Persian kingdom Mozaffari. Considering the fact that it is constructed only of mud bricks, it is very well preserved. From the outlook point on its roof is nice view of the surrounding old town, which gives the impression of a miniature of much bigger Yazd. continue reading
Visit of Bazaar in Kashan
Persian classics
Bazaar in Kashan is one of its greatest attractions. Not only because of hundreds of colorful shops, but also due to the vast underground channels Qanats supplying drinking water to the town from the surrounding mountains, adjacent mosques and tombs, and last but not least caravanserais or spas. You will spend here the most time during your tour around Kashan. continue reading
Visit of Palace Tabatabai
Good example of Persian architecture
Magnificent palaces of prominent local families from the late 19th century belong also among the interesting sights in Kashan. Although the most famous is Borūjerdi, it is also worth to see also one hundred meters distant palace Tabatabai, where you can admire beautifully symmetrical Persian architecture. If you can convince (for a fee) the security guards, ascend to the roof, from where is a fine view over the town. continue reading
A tour of Natanz
Iran Nuclear Center
When talking about Iran's nuclear program, the word Natanz, which is a uranium enrichment plant, is often heard. About 30 kilometers away is this quiet town of the same name. Many tourists do not stop here, although there is an interesting tomb of Sheikh Abdolsamad surrounded by the old town. continue reading
