Without a doubt, the majority of visitors to Iran intend to visit the Takht-e Jamshid. This beautiful archeological site represents one of the world's oldest civilizations. During the Achaemenian Empire, the complex served as the ceremonial capital and the hub of the enormous Persian Empire. UNESCO designated the site as a World Heritage Site in 1979.

Hafezieh, the unusual mausoleum of the eighth-century Iranian sonneteer Hafez Shirazi, is one of Iran's and Fars province's most prominent tourist sites. In 865 AH, Shams al-Din Mohammad Yaghmaei, Abul Qasem Gurkani's (Fars ruler) minister, erected a dome above Hafez's burial and a big pool in front of it, which was filled with Rokn Abad water (1452 AD). In later periods, the structure was repaired and some pieces were added. Hafezieh is a shrine for Hafez great Iranian poet.

The mausoleum of Saadi, also known as Sadieh, attracts a large number of domestic and international visitors to pay homage to the renowned Persian poet of the 13th century and his high position in the world of classical Persian literature, as well as to show their interest in his works, prose, and poems. This Iranian poet's rich writings and deep ideas with social and moral values have made him a man for all centuries, as his words have been quoted by both Persian speaking people and western sources, demonstrating how many hearts have been touched by his words and how many minds have been flourished to reach higher levels of humanity.

Bagh-e-Eram, or Paradise Garden, is one of nine UNESCO-listed cultural heritage sites in Iran known as the Persian Gardens. These Gardens are the outcome of an inspired brain that was able to make the most of several branches of expertise, including water management, engineering, architecture, botany, and agriculture, despite the harsh climate circumstances in Iran. Furthermore, the concept of the Persian Gardens as an earthly paradise influences Iranian popular and artistic expressions in a variety of domains, including literature, music, poetry, calligraphy, and carpet design, all of which have aesthetically influenced the Gardens' arrangement.

The Si-o-Se-Pol Bridge, also known as Allahverdi Khan Bridge, is one of Isfahan's eleven bridges that span the Zayandehrud River. Due to its size, central location, and notable architecture, it is Isfahan's most famous bridge. The bridge is a hotspot for nightlife in the city, attracting both Iranians and foreign visitors.

The Azadi Tower is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. On the hill near the city's west end, laconic, simple forms of snow-white marble construction rise. The tower's distinctive architecture has earned it a place among Tehran's top tourist attractions.

The late Qajar period and the first and second Pahlavi dynasties are represented by the Saad Abad complex. In the past, the Pahlavi dynasty possessed several magnificent palaces that served as gathering places for the most powerful and influential national and international leaders.

The Khaju Bridge is one of Iran's most well-known structures. This bridge serves as a building and a venue for public meetings in addition to being a bridge and a weir. Paintings and tile work adorn the walls. It's a comprehensive example of Persian architecture. The bridge is still operational after 350 years of construction. It serves as a recreation center with the goal of fostering social contact and cultural exchange.

Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque is a well-known Iranian architectural masterpiece that stands on the eastern side of Naqsh-e Jahan Square, the first of the square's four monuments. The mosque became one of Isfahan's most renowned tourist attractions due to its combination of modest shape and magnificent interior and exterior tile embellishments.

The main tourist attraction in Isfahan is Naqsh-e Jahan Square, also known as Meidan-e Emam (also known as Shah Square or Imam Square). It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This square is the first thing visitors see when they arrive in Isfahan, and it is bustling with visitors all year. In Farsi, Naqsh-e Jahan means "picture of the world." The area is surrounded by structures of various uses and architecture, which, along with Isfahan's major market, form a massive complex to explore.

Tabriziha is a district in the city of Isfahan (Tabriz is a city in northwest Iran). The reason for this is that during the Safavid dynasty, Shah Abbas relocated his capital from Tabriz to Isfahan, and many of his friends followed him. Shah Abbas aided in the construction of a district in Isfahan to house the emigrants. One of the immigrants who came to Isfahan with Shah Abbas is Saeb Tabrizi. He is regarded as one of his century's greatest sonneteers and the most famous poet of the Safavid era.

In Isfahan, Iran, Ali Qapu is a beautiful palace. It was originally built as a huge doorway and is positioned on the western side of the Naqsh e Jahan Square, opposite Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. It stands forty-eight meters tall with six storeys connected by a challenging spiral stairway. Deep circular niches on the walls of the Music Hall on the sixth floor provide both artistic and acoustic importance.

Chehel Sotoun Palace, considered one of Isfahan's urban indicators, is located near Naqsh-e Jahan Square and in the Chahar Bagh area. This garden, as well as its central splendid mansion, are among the relics of the Safavid reign in Isfahan and were constructed by Sheikh Bahahei when Isfahan was chosen as the state capital. It is regarded as a Persian garden since it has a palace or garden in the middle that was built in the style of a pavilion during the reign of Shah Abbas I and renamed Chehel Sotoun during the reign of Shah Abbas II. It was designated by UNESCO as one of the world's most famous Persian gardens.

Hasht Behesht Palace is one of the last remaining Safavid monuments. It has become a legendary palace due to its amazing architecture, as well as its design and decorating. It has four separate facades, each of which is viewable from a different perspective. There is also a garden surrounding this structure, albeit not much of it has survived. However, a park with modern links has lately been constructed beside the building.

Iran's vastness has not only highlighted a glorious history but has also earned the country a powerful presence in the histories of its neighbors. The Armenian Apostolic St. Thaddeus Monastery, located far from the country's center in the Chaldoran region of western Azerbaijan province, is a unique UNESCO World Heritage site.

chogha Zanbil has the ruins of the Kingdom of Elam's holy city, which is encompassed by three massive concentric walls. The city, which was founded around 1250 B.C., was left unfinished after being invaded by Ashurbanipal, as evidenced by the thousands of unused bricks left at the site.

Shushtar, Historical Hydraulic System, can be traced back to Darius the Great in the 5th century B.C. as a masterpiece of creative genius. It entailed the construction of two major diversion canals on the river Kârun, one of which, the Gargar canal, is still in use today, supplying water to the city of Shushtar via a network of tunnels that feed mills. It forms a dramatic cliff from which water crashes into a basin downstream. It then reaches the plain south of the city, allowing for the growth of orchards and farmland over a 40,000-hectare area known as Mianâb (Paradise).

Abyaneh is unquestionably one of Iran's most distinctive sites, and a visit there will likely leave you speechless. This old village is also known for the color of its soil, which has mostly kept its culture, language, architecture, attire, and traditional ceremonies over the years. The soil of Abyaneh village has a reddish, gorgeous color due to an unusually high proportion of iron oxide, which distinguishes it even more.

Fin Garden is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Kashan's most popular tourist attractions. The garden, which was created as a year-round entertainment area for Persian Shah Abbas, is still a wonderful example of a well-planned and furnished location for a pleasurable pastime.

Many areas in Iran will astound you with their breathtaking natural beauty. Tourists are typically unaware of these areas. One of these sites is Lorestan's strait and river "Helt." This strait is 90 kilometers from the Zal Freeway in Lorestan Province to Andimeshk.

The Tabatabaei Historical House is one of Kashan's most prominent tourist sites. This house, which was erected in the 19th century, is an amazing example of Kashan's wealthy families lifestyle. Tabatabaei House is a must-see in Kashan since it exhibits all of the distinctive aspects of Persian architecture.

After the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza (PBUH), this town is possibly the most popular site to visit, especially during the summer. Garden restaurants in these places feature Shish-leek kebab, which consists of six grilled tender lions served with fresh tandoori bread and/or hot steaming rice; it is absolutely a must-try.

These lovely tidal islets can be found on the island's eastern side. From these islands, you may get a different and unique view of the Persian Gulf.

Gahar Lake, one of Iran's most beautiful highland lakes, is situated at a height of 2400 meters above sea level within the Oshtorankuh protected zone. Upper Gahar (the little one) and lower Gahar (the large one) lakes make up Gahar.

known for its pink color is located 20 kilometers east of Chabahar. The Lipar Wetland, also known as the Pink Wetland, is a man-made wetland that collects surface water. As a result, its size and shape are related to the season and rainfall amount.

One of Iran's most magnificent ancient gardens is the Shazdeh (Shahzadeh) Garden. This Qajar-era garden is located about 2 kilometers outside of Mahan City on the borders of the Tigran Mountains. The garden was founded in the solar year 1276 Hijri. Every year, tourists flock to this lovely Iranian garden to marvel at its beauty and freshness.

Ferdowsi's Mausoleum is located in Tus. Ferdowsi is widely regarded as the savior of Farsi, our language. Farsi was steadily fading away a few decades following the Arab conquest, among the anger and mayhem brought by the accompanying language, Arabic. Ferdowsi chose poetry and epic poetry to reinvigorate the language.

Heyran Road is a natural attraction in Ardabil and Gilan's Astara. Heyran means "amazed" in Persian, and Heyran Road is a tourist attraction that connects Astara and Ardabil. Travel does not begin when you arrive at your destination. The road is the most significant portion of the journey because it is where our happy memories begin and end.

Some people believe that Iran only has woods, deserts, and mountains, but the enormous country also boasts a set of islands in the Persian Gulf and the Oman Sea in the south. In the Persian Gulf, the magnificent Hormuz Island, often known as the Rainbow Island, is located. Visiting this amazing island is a must, yet it is typically overlooked on most travel itineraries.

The Bisheh waterfall, located in the middle of the Zagros Mountains, is one of Iran's most famous and stunning attractions. The combination of a large waterfall and a forest full of acorn trees on a hot summer day is a pleasant experience that you should attempt. Bisheh is Iran's 48th national nature preserve, with a height of roughly 48 meters. It is 30 kilometers from Dorud city in the Luristan province.

Behind an embankment dam in Saqalaksar Village, 15 kilometers south of Rasht, is this lake. "A site where birds assemble to drink water," Saqalaksar implies. Birds such as strokes and starlings used to congregate at the lake. Tourists may watch villagers working in rice paddies in Saqalaksar Village, which is a scenic area. The lake at Saqalaksar Dam is 600 meters long and 500 meters broad. The water has a depth of 64 meters.

The Qeshm Mangrove Forests are without a doubt one of the best natural tourist attractions on the island, and their fame stems from their unique characteristics. These trees have their roots in water rather than soil, and they vanish when the tides are high and reappear when the tides are low.

The settlement of Olasbelangah is located in the Alborz mountain range's foothills. The gorgeous location, which is teeming with timeless yet spectacular scenery, wooden cottages, and bird sounds, is frequently referred to as a lost paradise in northern Iran. The countryside is accessible by a 30-kilometer twisty route that begins at Masal, a renowned tourist destination in Gilan Province.

The opulent Golestan Palace is a Qajar era masterpiece, demonstrating how earlier Persian crafts and architecture may be successfully combined with Western ideas. The walled Palace, one of Teheran's oldest structures, became the seat of government for the Qajar family, who took power in 1779 and made Teheran the country's capital.

Filband, in Iran's northern province, is a breathtakingly lovely village. Filband is known as the roof of Mazandaran because of its elevation of over 2300 meters above sea level. The village is usually blanketed in white, fluffy clouds and is much cooler than other parts of the region. Filband is renowned as the town above the clouds and a superb location for individuals seeking unique natural landscapes due to its altitude and distinct climate conditions. We guarantee that you will find it difficult to put your camera down here!

Nasir-Ol Molk Mosque is one of Shiraz's oldest mosques and unquestionably one of Iran's most stunning landmarks. Nasir-Ol Molk Mosque, popularly known as the Pink Building or Rainbow Mosque, appears to be a typical Islamic mosque at first glance, but as the sun rises, the mosque transforms into a massive kaleidoscope. The walls and floor carpets are painted with hundreds of hues by sunlight coming through mosaic windows. Because the magic will evaporate in a few hours, come early in the morning.

The National Museum of Iran, which is also the main museum in Tehran, is the first pick of travelers with an interest in archeology and history. The museum's exhibition spans Iran's history from the Paleolithic to the Qajar era. Visitors to the museum can so follow Iran's entire history, from the Stone Age to the twentieth century.

Kelisa Alley-Nazar-e Sharqi Street is where Vank Cathedral can be found. This street is located in Isfahan's Armenian district, Jolfa. It was merely a prayer hall in 1606, when it was built. Then, in 1655 it was rebuilt as Vank Cathedral, complete with a lofty double-layered dome. These two years' numbers are etched on a tile work on the top of the church's gate.

The Valley of Stars, also known as Stars Valley, is located on Qeshm Island and should be on your "MUST SEE" list when visiting Qeshm. According to local legend, a star fell on the ground and formed this valley. Locals aren't wholly wrong, though. Scientific examinations into this phenomenon indicated that it was likely created by a cosmic in the first place. Furthermore, water and wind erosion have created intriguing forms found within this valley.

The 'Burnt City,' as Shahr-i Sokhta is known, is situated at the crossroads of Bronze Age trade routes that cross the Iranian plateau. The mudbrick city's ruins depict the rise of eastern Iran's first complex societies. It was founded circa 3200 BC and inhabited for four primary eras until 1800 BC, during which time it developed various unique districts inside the city, including those where monuments were created, as well as separate quarters for residence, burial, and manufacture. The city was eventually abandoned in the early second millennium due to the diversion of water routes and climate change.

Badab-e Surt, a rare geological masterpiece developed during the Pleistocene and Pliocene epochs, is a remarkable geological masterpiece. There are just a few spots like this in the world.

The archaeological site of Takht-e Soleyman is located in a valley within a volcanic mountain range in northwestern Iran. The complex includes the main Zoroastrian shrine, which was partially reconstructed in the Ilkhanid (Mongol) period (13th century), as well as a temple dedicated to Anahita from the Sasanian period (6th and 7th centuries). The location holds significant symbolic value. The fire temple, palace, and overall plan have had a significant impact on the evolution of Islamic architecture.

We recommend that you go to Chahkooh Canyon on Qeshm Island, which is one of the most beautiful places on the island. It is one of the seven marvels of Qeshm Island, consisting of sculpted rocks and natural statues over time. Its night sky is certainly a sight to behold.

The holy shrine of Imam Reza (PBUH) is Iran's largest, most important, most popular religious center, containing the most aspects of Persian-Islamic architecture, and many pilgrims from Iran and throughout the world visit it every year.

The historical site of Taq-e Bostan is located on the same-named hillside, near the fountain, in Kermanshah's northeastern outskirts. The structure dates from the third century AD and has significant artistic and historical significance.

Alisadr cave includes an excessive number of water halls as well as a broad variety of magnificent characteristics such as stalactites, stalagmites, and various types of cart deposits. This cave, with a length of roughly 2400 meters in cave boating, is the world's largest cave in this regard. This cave has a long-term exploitation and management system in place.

This acclaimed and historically significant castle is situated on a stony knoll in the heart of Khoram Abad. Falakolaflak Citadel (also known as Falak ol Aflaak or Shapur Khast Castle) is one of the most important Sassanid monuments. undefined Since its construction over 1800 years ago, it has been known by a variety of names. It was once known as 'Shahpour Khast' (or Shapoorkhast), but it has been known by its current name since the Qajar dynasty.

A fascinating village dating back to 1006 AD bustles with life more than a thousand meters above sea level on the slopes of the Alborz mountain range in Gilan, northern Iran. Masuleh's distinctive ochre-brown structures follow the slope of the mountain the hamlet nestles on—or rather, rises from—giving the community a peculiar quality: many of the houses' roofs link directly to, or even constitute a part of, the street servicing the houses above.

Alamut Castle is located in the vicinity of Alamut, Qazvin province, on the northeastern edge of Gazor Khan Village. Visitors should travel about half of the way along a small road bordered by cherry and pomegranate orchards until they see a mass of gray-brown rock looming in the distance with fortifications perched atop a hill.

Rudkhan castle, also known as Hesami castle, is a historical fortress located near the same-named river at a height of 665 to 715 meters above sea level. It is a historic castle situated near to the same-named river. According to some historians, the fortress was built during the Sassanian Empire and the Muslim conquest of Persia.

The 53-meter-high monument built for Qbus Ibn Voshmgir, Ziyarid ruler and literati, amid the ruins of Jorjan in north-east Iran, bears witness to the cultural exchange between Central Asian nomads and Iran's ancient culture. Jorjan, a former center of arts and knowledge that was destroyed during the Mongol invasions in the 14th and 15th centuries, is only remembered by the tower.

The Behistun Inscription is a relief carved 330 feet (100 meters) atop a cliff in Kermanshah Province, Western Iran, with accompanying writing. The painting depicts the Persian king Darius I (the Great, r. 522-486 BCEvictory )'s over his rebellious satraps when he ascended to the throne of the Achaemenid Empire (c. 550-330 BCE) in 522 BCE.

Jangal-e Abr (literally, Cloud Forest) is one of Iran's most ancient and magnificent woodlands. It is the continuation of the northern forests in the Alborz mountain range's south. It's dubbed cloud forest because it's surrounded by an ocean of clouds and fog during most of the year. Inside the dense forests, it's hard to imagine you're in Semnan province, not far from Iran's Central Desert and the biosphere reserve Khar Turan National Park.

Babak is a fort near Kaleybar City in East Azerbaijan Province that is said to have been built by Babak Khorramdin, an Iranian commander who rebelled against the Abbasids after Abu Moslem Khorasani.

Bam is located on the southern edge of the Iranian high plateau, amid a desert environment. Bam's beginnings can be traced back to the Achaemenid dynasty (6th to 4th centuries BC). It was at the crossroads of significant trade routes and was famed for the creation of silk and cotton garments during its heyday, which lasted from the 7th through 11th centuries.

The Cultural-Historic Complex of Niavaran, with an area of about 11 hectares, is located in the north of Tehran and is endowed with amazing natural and historical beauty. All of the monuments in this complex date from the Qajar and Pahlavi dynasties.