Iran Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

First trip to Persia - The Pink Mosque

To be honest, I generally don't make detailed plans before I go out to travel, I like the randomness and spontaneity of seeing whatever scenery God gives me; when I go abroad with a group, I never read the group notice, I only grasp the information of the round-trip ticket, I leave everything to the creator. This way I can always open my eyes like a child, to be amazed, to smile alone in my heart, all these are unexpected surprises. The day before I was shocked by the green mosque, the group members told me that the pink mosque tomorrow is also good looking. The first ray of sunlight came in, we were the first wave of visitors to arrive, we can take pictures freely. It's really beautiful, it's indescribable. The real name of the Pink Mosque is Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, located in the ancient city of Shiraz. It was built in the 19th century during the Qajar dynasty and took 12 years to carve. A large amount of pink glazed color is used for decoration inside and outside the building, the sunlight passes through the colored glazed bricks, reflecting the colorful light like a dream. The floor is covered with exquisite Persian carpets, the sunlight shines directly on the carpet, the color and lines are perfectly combined, like a kaleidoscope. Indulged in the colorful inside, I didn't know that the outside was also unique, the design was exquisite, small and exquisite, very cute.

The most beautiful mosque

In Shiraz, this is the most beautiful mosque known as the Pink Mosque. Its stained glass window with the morning sun shining in makes it the most instagramer mosque. Be prepare to get up early and head over there to get the most pretty pic.

The Pink Mosque of Shiraz, the romantic city of Iran.

The Masjid-i-Masumeh is located in the ancient city of Shiraz, Iran, and is known as the most beautiful mosque in the city. The mosque uses a large amount of colored glass and pink tiles inside, hence it is called the Pink Mosque. The visual stimulation of the Pink Mosque, with its pink tiles, colorful glass, and vibrant carpets, is unparalleled among mosques around the world. The interior of the Mosque of Mokha is decorated with a large amount of pink ceramic tiles. In addition to the typical features of traditional mosque architecture, it also has a very rare large colored stained glass window (more commonly seen in European churches). The filtered sunlight through the stained glass window, combined with the indoor colored ceramic tiles and Persian carpets, creates a dreamlike and magnificent light and shadow inside. Attraction name: Mosque of Makkah Attraction location: Lotf Ali Khan Zand Street, Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran. Transportation: Take the subway or rent a car for self-driving. Notes The scenic spot is relatively remote and not easily accessible by public transportation. The only way to get there is by driving, so it is more convenient to travel by car. Renting a car for self-driving is not expensive, especially if traveling with multiple people, the cost can be split evenly and it is more cost-effective. Plus, it's more comfortable to travel this way.

The Pink Mosque of Shiraz, the romantic city of Iran.

The Masjid-i-Masumeh is located in the ancient city of Shiraz, Iran, and is known as the most beautiful mosque in the city. The mosque uses a large amount of colored glass and pink tiles inside, hence it is called the Pink Mosque. The visual stimulation of the Pink Mosque, with its pink tiles, colorful glass, and vibrant carpets, is unparalleled among mosques around the world. The interior of the Mosque of Mokha is decorated with a large amount of pink ceramic tiles. In addition to the typical features of traditional mosque architecture, it also has a very rare large colored stained glass window (more commonly seen in European churches). The filtered sunlight through the stained glass window, combined with the indoor colored ceramic tiles and Persian carpets, creates a dreamlike and magnificent light and shadow inside. Attraction name: Mosque of Makkah Attraction location: Lotf Ali Khan Zand Street, Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran. Transportation: Take the subway or rent a car for self-driving. Notes The scenic spot is relatively remote and not easily accessible by public transportation. The only way to get there is by driving, so it is more convenient to travel by car. Renting a car for self-driving is not expensive, especially if traveling with multiple people, the cost can be split evenly and it is more cost-effective. Plus, it's more comfortable to travel this way.

Iran Trip

On April 26, 2023 at 11:00 Iran time, the "Expert-led Exploration of the Wonders of the Persian Empire in Iran" team arrived at their first stop, Persepolis, after a two-hour drive from Shiraz this morning. Yu Su introduced that this was the second capital of the Persian Achaemenid dynasty, located in a basin in the Zagros Mountains of Iran. It was built during the reign of Darius the Great (ruled from 522 BC to 486 BC), and its ruins were discovered near Takht-e Jamshid, 52 kilometers northeast of Shiraz. The city is situated to the east of a mountain and is surrounded by walls on the other three sides. The main remains include the audience hall of King Darius and the Hundred Column Palace.

The pink lake of Iran or mars?

Maharloo Lake is located in the highland of Shiraz, Iran. It is dark pink in colour due to the red tides underneath, hence lovingly called the Pink Lake. It is a seasonal salt lake with the size approx 25000 hectres. Undoubtedly the most amazing and strangest sight I have ever seen and honestly ,it made me nervous. We took a flight with Paramotor that made it possible for us to the the lake from high above. Drive or hire a taxi to get there as it is not accessible to public transportation. Get the taxi to wait up whilst you do the touristy stuff and selfies. There is no other activity than taking pictures, walk on salt, paragliding, picnic and a little hike along the lake. There were flamingos! A lot of them too. I can't fully describe how i feel about this place, yes it was pretty, 100%..but it was also so very strange. Almost feel like you are in some sci-fi film. It reminded me of Vormir (avengers, where the soul stone was (found). It is insanely beautiful and scary at the same time. No restaurants of here just enjoy the beautiful lake, hold some salt and take lots of pictures! This is nature showing off. #hiking #nationalpark #awesomepic #couplestrip #pinklake #iran #scenic

Persepolis, beauty in ruins, beauty in awe.

Persepolis was the capital of the ancient Persian Empire, destroyed during Alexander the Great's eastern campaign. For thousands of years, the ruins have stood on the Iranian plateau. Standing in front of this world cultural heritage site, it is inevitable to evoke a sense of nostalgia.

Iranian ancient civilization ruins - Persepolis

Located in the south of Iran, Persepolis was the capital of ancient Persia in the 6th century BC. After thousands of years, many relics and remains have weathered away with time, leaving behind a thick book without words for future generations to touch and interpret.

Iran Trip

On April 30, 2023 at 14:20 Iran time, the team's third stop of the day was Imam Square. Located in the center of Isfahan, Iran, it is the third largest square in the world after Tiananmen Square and Red Square in Russia. It was once the site where the Safavid Empire Emperor Abbas the Great reviewed the army and watched polo matches. In 1979, UNESCO listed Imam Square as a World Heritage Site.

This magical country is free of charge! We always have too many misunderstandings and misunderstandings about this world, just want to tell you a different Iran. When I came back from Iran, I immediately went into a busy and boring job. I thought that I was still in a lively, hot, and Iranian street surrounded by black robe women and men. In this modern society where people are increasingly indifferent, we always spend our private time on various high-tech social networks, and we share our lives with family and friends. In the past few days in Iran, let me stay away from high technology for a while, let me feel the trust, care and communication between people. This may be the power of religion, a nation with a strong faith, always admirable.

The heritage of Isfahan can be seen everywhere in the old city. As long as you deviate from the crowded main road and turn into an alley, you will be convinced that this is not a big city. The city is only half the city of Persia. From the hotel to the most famous Imam Square in Isfahan, you have to go through the local Bazaar, which has a traditional craft shop. You can see the craftsmen in the store wearing a needle-and-axle knife, but it is The front door is deserted, and it may be that the bustling commercial center Bazaar has been moved outside the old city, and the abandonment and ruin here make people feel that history is long and ruthless. Imma Square, which was listed as a World Heritage Site in 1979, is the largest square in Isfahan and a symbol of Isfahan. This reminds me of the international airport in Tehran called Imam Khomeini International Airport. I want to come to the position of the Imam in Iran. Imamu Square is second only to Beijing Tiananmen Square, ranking second in the world. I knew this before I came to Iran, but it was repeatedly emphasized by the Iranians after arriving at many Imam Squares. In Imam Square, there will be many local people taking the initiative. If you encounter Iranians who can speak fluent Chinese, dont be surprised. I have met several people. They are proud to tell you that Imam Square is The world's second largest square, then ask where is the world's first square? Of course, I am very fond of the saffron, I am still very fond of the Imam Square, not only beautiful, but also a lot of lovely people, the visitors here are very enthusiastic.

Isfahan, half a world to Isfahan, is close to sunset. The rooms in Isfahan are very tight. It is said that there are only 2,000 rooms in Isfahan, so it must be fixed in advance. Several of the hot LPs have already been booked more than a month before we came to Iran. I have booked it, but this one is still there. I didn't have much hope for this environment, but I came here to find that this house is really good. It is quite clean and the standard star hotel is very clean. The sights of Isfahan are basically around the Imam Square, so it is best to choose the hotel near the Imam Square. Imam Square is the second square in the world, second only to my Tiananmen Square (good pride) square is lively and extraordinary, three or five groups People sitting on the grass chatting, drinking tea, eating, some greedily greeted us, and some curiously sneaked at us. Imam Square is a circle in Bazaar. All the bars are strolling down. I personally think that Isfahans Bazaar is the most visited, and all kinds of crafts are dazzling, and I cant wait to move back home, but I can also get most of the handwritten letters to be sent. A lot of shops in Bazaar have been closed at night, so you can go shopping during the day.

Iran's oldest mosque: Jameh Mosque

🇮🇷Iran Yazd: Jameh Mosque✔️ 🕌Listed as a World Cultural Heritage for 12 years - four religious buildings from different eras, you can see the evolution of Islamic religious buildings over 800 years... It is the oldest mosque preserved in Iran and the prototype of mosque design in the entire Central Asia region. In Iran, the ceilings of mosques, the mosaics on the walls, the structure of the pillars and domes, and the hollowed-out skylights... Everywhere reveals the understanding and reconstruction of geometric figures in Islamic architectural art. Do you also like to look at mosques like me? ⚠️It opens at 9 o'clock in the morning, catching the first wave in, no tourists, that time is super suitable for taking pictures~

Ancient and solemn Friday Mosque.

Friday Mosque can be said to be the oldest surviving mosque in the world. The mosque is decorated with adobe bricks, exuding a strong rustic style. The walls inside the temple are also finely crafted with adobe bricks, giving off an ancient and simple feel. In 2012, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Four religious buildings from different periods form the most historically rich mosque complex in Iran, reflecting the evolution of Islamic religious architecture over the past thousand years, while also possessing characteristics of the Seljuk, Mongol, and Safavid eras. What attracts attention here is no longer the dazzling mosaic decoration, but the simple adobe brick decoration and the huge and magnificent space. Even today, the Friday mosque is a very important place for religion in Iran, and the opening hours are also strictly limited. Here, there are no colorful ceramic tiles, no finely carved flower tiles, and no gorgeous murals. All that is here is simple and plain. Just like an elderly person, the vicissitudes of time have taken away their youthful appearance, but the pride in their bones is still etched on their face. The main mosque is a typical Arabic-style building. The various patterns on the door and the dome inside the door are decorated with blue glazed tiles, mainly in geometric shapes, plants, and flowers. The bottom of the dome is written in ancient Arabic script with verses from the Quran. The climate in Isfahan, where the mosque is located, is warm and comfortable, with pleasant scenery. The bustling streets, neon-lit nights, ancient buildings standing for thousands of years, and simple food stalls among the prosperous city all together form a beautiful painting unique to Isfahan.

mind blowing

Known as one of the most important and among the earliest religious buildings in Iran, Masjed-e Jāmé of Isfahan is a magnificent and exquisite, artistically and technically significant monument, which embraces several phases of Islamic architectural development. The mosque is one of the largest and the most mysterious mosques in the Muslim world in which the main building was developed in early Islamic period, on the basis of a late Sassanid monument. The current facade of mosque is related to Seljuk era, however, the most important development projects have been conducted under the Safavid and Buyid dynasties. Masjed-e Jāmé of Isfahan reflects the Byzantium and Classical art in form of a traditional and Islamic building constructed in Razi Persian architectural style with four-Iwan plan. Different sections of the mosque are: a four-Iwan courtyard, shabestan, Mozaffari school, small terraces of Daylamites era, Nezamolmolk dome, Taj al-Mulk dome, Oljeitu altar (the most beautiful stucco altar), the most beautiful carved pulpit, four famous porches named Saheb, Ostad, Shagerd, Darvish Iwans with muqarnas and Karbandi decoration each presents a certain Islamic architectural tendency. The mosque has multiple entrances linking the inner spaces with nearby contexts. In this exceptional masterpiece, we can see not only different architecture and decoration styles, but also several outstanding inscriptions in Arabic and Farsi calligraphy. (https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1397)

The Juli Mosque is also known as the Friday Mosque. It consists of three different periods of mosques and a gate. The east is the gate. The oldest mosque in the north was built during the Turkic rule. The largest mosque in the south is the Mongols. Built in the period, the west is built during the Safavid period, spanning more than 600 years, can be seen as a breathtaking visual display of the history of mosque construction from 999 AD to 1600 AD. The visit of the Ritual Mosque is like reading an Iranian history. Let's start from the oldest northern mosque. The Iwanmen of the north mosque is a typical Turkic Seljuk style, not high, nor Excessive decoration, in line with the nomadic people's pursuit of simple life. The Ivan Gate of the Southern Mosque has Mongolian-style mosaics and angular decorative lines that are rich and gorgeous. The Western mosque has the shortest history and was built during the Safavid dynasty. This is a heyday of Iran.

Golestan Palace~

A text takes you to the world heritage Golestan Palace in Tehran, Iran|||Golestan Palace (Golestan Palace کاخ گلستان) Persian pronunciation is Kakh-e Golestan, world cultural heritage, some buildings were built during the Safavid dynasty, and later became the royal palace in the Qajar dynasty. This is one of the few European-style buildings in Iran. It is said that after the Qajar King Naser al-Din traveled around Europe, he fell in love with the architecture there, so he ordered the construction of this Western-style palace. Gole means flower, Stan is a place, so Golestan means a place full of flowers, which is very beautiful. The palace includes several museums, and the main point of visit is the "Mirror Hall", where the ceiling and surroundings of the room are decorated with mirrors in large areas, which is very interesting. Address: South City Meydan-e Arq, Tehran 🚇Arrival method: Take the subway line 1 red line to Panzdaeh Khordad station and get off, walk for 5 minutes to get there Opening hours: 9:00-17:30 Ticket: 650,000 rials for admission

A historical place with absolutely unique

The palace is near 450 years old, its built by Aqa mohammad khan the first king of Qajar dynasty. The palace is located near tehran old bazar and is very interesting. The mirror hall which has built with thousands of small mirrors is very amazing. The paintings are also very intersting, some of those are paited by famous painters like kamal ol molk, and some are gifts from kings of other countries. You’ll enjoy it. At the enterance you can buy an audio guide which explains the history of palace and every hall and room and also every pieces inside the palace.

Introduction to the Gulistan Palace

Must-visit in Iran/Tehran travel ~ Golestan Palace

"2023 Golden Autumn Persian Depth Tour" Tehran Golestan Palace Built in 1865, it has 17 palaces, museums, and other buildings. It is the oldest historical site in Tehran, the capital of Iran, and the most important sightseeing spot in our Tehran trip. Therefore, we arrange more time because the collections inside are very rich and need to be appreciated slowly. The entrance to the palace is behind a garden full of roses, so Golestan Palace is also known as the Rose Garden or Rose Palace. The palace has a unique architectural style and is a gem of Iranian architecture. The most distinctive ones are the Mirror Hall, Marble Hall, Diamond Palace, and Wind Tower. The Mirror Hall is the gem of Iranian architecture. The round top and the walls of the palace are inlaid with small mirrors. In addition, there are several famous paintings by the famous painter Kamal-ol-Molk on the palace walls, making the palace even more magnificent and exquisite! In short, although Golestan Palace is the most expensive ticket in Iran, it is definitely worth visiting, and don't just take a quick look, you must stay for more than 4-5 hours! Remember not to just take a quick look! Address: Tehran District 12 Panzdah-e-Khordad St Fifth Khordad Avenue Arg Sqr،, Iran Transportation: Taxi, subway, bus, chartered car are all available Ticket: 6.5 million Toman Opening hours: 8am-16:30pm Tips: There are no restaurants or snack bars inside, remember to bring some food and water Recommended visit time: More than 4-5 hours