Iran cities

Tehran; the historical metropolitan Tehran; the historical metropolitan Tehran; the capital city and the heartbeat of Iran, the same as most other capital cities in the world, is the biggest city in the country.

Today, Tehran is not only the capital city of Iran but the heartbeat of the country.

People and population of Yasuj According to the 2016 census the city has a population of approximately 135,000 inhabitants. People living in Yasuj are mostly Lur and speak an Iranian dialect known as Luri. 

For most travelers, one of the interesting parts of each travel especially when they go around in a new destination is trying the local cuisines. By traveling to Iran you will definitely notice and become surprised by the number of local dishes you can find in every four corners of the country. While there is a different type of dishes served in the country, in each city or village there are also some local dishes. 

One thing that all travelers to Iran they confirm they all experience is the hospitability, kindness, and being helpful of Iranian.

When international visitors start planning their trip to Iran, they mostly go for top destinations and forgot about some other historical cities that are worth visiting which are not that much popular.

During the past few years, many historical houses have been changes to eco-lodges in different parts of Iran, which widely help local and international tourists who want to travel to Iran to explore some new destinations in Iran.

Iran is most famous among all people in the world as a country with vast deserts, and people who are planning to travel to Iran and visit Iran, never think of possibilities of scuba diving, and other water sports in the country. But, all of these sports activities are available in Iran, especially in the southern part of the country.

One of the most remote places in Iran which have not been discovered by many international tourists is Tabas. The city is located at the heart of the desert, amazingly with beautiful date and citrus gardens.

Having a great culture, a number of historical sightseeing and unique architecture are the reasons why the city of Yazd is one of the most visited cities in Iran by local people and international tourists. 

Being a large country, there are different types of climate and geographical conditions in Iran. For instance, the mountains of Iran contain about one-third of the country. The most important of them are Alborz Mountain in the northern part and the Zagros Mountain in the western part of the country. One of the most amazing cities at the foot of Zagros Mountain is Ilam, which has magnificent scenery, especially during spring. If you are a nature lover, Ilam; which is known as the paradise for eco-tourists, would be a perfect place for you to spend some days.

There are a number of cities in Iran which are very popular for both local and international tourists, and Isfahan is on the top of that list due to its stunning bridges over Zayand-e Rood, magnificent gardens, numerous historical sites, and especially delicious cuisine and delightful desserts.

Shiraz is one of the most amazing and historical cities in Iran which is also well-known for its famous poets, Persian Gardens, traditional houses and of course the Persepolis. The city is almost included in all tourists’ itineraries, and people who travel to Iran for the first time, never go back to their homes, without visiting Shiraz, the city of art and poems.

One of the most beautiful cities in Iran to visit is Bushehr, and it is totally true to say that people of southern are of Iran are all known as hospitable people. The local food of the area is by far more delicious than any other seafood you have ever tried in your life and is definitely worth a try.

Though Masouleh has been around for hundreds of years, the history of the village dates back even further. In 1006 AD, some 6 km (3.7 miles) northwest from the present day town, Masouleh was a thriving commercial spot for the ironworks industry trade and home to hundreds of families, who lived in the stacked houses that have become synonymous with the town. 

There are some amazing villages all around Iran, and as a matter of fact, Maymand is one of those. The village is believed to be a primary human residence in the Iranian Plateau, dating back to 12,000 years ago.

With a supreme history, Iran acts as a live museum with numerous valuable objects and museums around the country. In fact, the country has more than 20 properties listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

By traveling to the northern part of Iran at the beautiful coastline of the Caspian Sea, you will face with beautiful landscapes through your journey, with mountains and jungles on one side and sea on the other.

If you travel to Iran, it is impossible to ignore some cities. One of this cities that you should visit it when travelling to Iran, is Zanjan. Zanjan is situated on the north-west of Tehran on the main highway from Tehran to Tabriz, about 20 kilometres south of the Qaflankuh Mountain Range. 

Iran travel can make you surprised. If you are planning to travel to Iran and you have southern part of Iran in your itinerary, you should expect a completely different culture and ethnicity from the rest of the country. 

Iran is famous for some items, such as Persian Carpet, Caviar, and of course, the best quality Iranian Saffron which is cultivated in some parts of Iran but the most popular one is from Birjand, the capital city of South Khorasan province. 

One of the best ways to spend your vacation in Iran is to start from the north part of the country, continue to the center, and headed to the south part of Iran. 

There are some cities in Iran with great and unique sightseeing’s and stunning rare nature, however, they are not that much popular for visitors who travel to Iran. 

When talking about cities in the northeast of Iran, most people may name Mash’had which is a very popular city cause of the Imam Reza Shrine. 

Any trip especially to other countries is not completed if you don’t see, and feel a new culture. 

When most international visitors think about traveling to Iran, they never think of possibilities for swimming, scuba diving, and other water sports in Iran. 

Tehran as the capital city of Iran and the main port of entry to the country by most of the visitors attracts many people to the city. 

The Caspian Sea shore in Iran is about 700 kilometers (435 miles) long, however, there are few cities that are well known in this area. 

Iran used to have many capital cities during the history, and Qazvin was one of those. Therefore, you can find lots of historical sites from the Safavid and Qajar dynasties in the city.

If you want to travel to Iran, Tabriz is one of the most important cities in Iran that you must visit, not only because of the historical and cultural aspect but also due to the economic, industrial and political influences that the city has in the country. 

When people think about the city of Qom, they usually consider visiting two most important sites in the city; Shrine of Fatima bin Musa, and Jamkaran. 

It is believed that the name of the city is derived from Yazdegerd I, the Sassanids king of Persia.

The capital of Khorasan Razavi province in northeast Iran and the second-largest city in the country, Mashhad is best known for its beautiful pilgrimage shrine of Imam Reza. 

When planning to travel to Iran, don’t forget about having a visit to the Persian Gulf and the amazing Islands in the area. 

People who travel to Iran for the first time, usually seek for the classic road of Shiraz, Isfahan, and Yazd, however, the ones who travel for the second time, take other routes as an example start from northwestern part of Iran in Tabriz, continue to south to visit Zanjan, Hamadan, Kermanshah, and Shushtar. Kermanshah is a great city for both types of visitors who enjoy cultural trip and ecotourism.

Tabriz is one of the most important cities of Iran, not only from the historical and cultural aspect but also from the economic, industrial and political point of view it has a very special place among the cities of Iran. 

Due to numbers of beautiful sights, traditional houses and ancient monuments in Kashan, lots of international tourists consider visiting the city while traveling to Iran. 

Kerman metropolis city is the capital city of the vastest province of Iran with the same name of Kerman. 

Hamadan (in old Persian: Hagmetana or Ecbatana) is one of the oldest continually inhabited towns in Iran. It is believed that the city was occupied by the Assyrians in 1100 BCE. 

Isfahan is the most visited city by international tourists in Iran for its stunning bridges over Zayanderud, magnificent palaces, beautiful gardens, wonderful mosques, lots of historical sites and also the Armenian church in Jolfa district.