The 5 reasons to travel to Iran!

There are few countries in the world that raise as many prejudices and reluctance as Iran, a destination nevertheless fascinating, evocative and rich in nuances that has an exceptional artistic heritage. Without forgetting the best of its treasures: the Iranian people. Travelers who know him are easy to recognize: they will always want to return to ancient Persia.

Iranian hospitality is one of the tourist attractions of this land
  Iran receives a large number of foreign and domestic tourists every year. The unique and innumerable monuments of Iran captivate the eyes of every visitor with their beauty and majesty, the starry sky of the desert with the gentle breeze blowing through the thorn bushes captivating all the tourists. The hillside rainforests embrace their guests with mist, the northern and southern coasts of Iran provide the coast with travelers, the aroma of Iranian cuisine, guests and people. Iranian hospitality welcomes tourists into their hearts. Iran is known as a four season country and has a wide variety of climates, from cold and mountainous climates to hot and dry climates. This climatic diversity, as well as the ups and downs of Iran's history, have led to different ethnicities, dialects, and customs in different parts of the country. Despite this diversity, it is a characteristic common to all the people of Iran, and it is friendliness and hospitality. You will never get lost in Iran, you will not get in trouble or feel lonely because there will always be someone to help you.

Persepolis
 The marvelous reliefs of the Apadana, showing the tribute payments of the nations subjected to the Persian Empire, are well worth the trip to Iran alone. The ruins of what was the capital of the Achaemenid empire, founded by Darius I in 518 BC, make up a unique archaeological site of its kind. A few kilometers from Persepolis there are two must-see stops: the bas-reliefs of Naqsh-e Rajab and the spectacular rock-cut graves of Naqsh-e Rostam.

Traveling by yourself is easy and cheap
 It is quite easy to travel the country thanks to its good air connections, whose very cheap prices make the train even uninteresting. The network of bus routes is extensive, although depending on which routes it is more worth renting a car with a driver, a possibility that also allows tourist stops along the way.

Mosques, among the most beautiful
 Islamic architecture has in Iran some of its most beautiful and outstanding examples. Stylized, harmonious and exquisitely decorated with tiles painted with calligraphies and geometric and floral motifs, the mosques are one of the country's great attractions. The Imam, in Isfahan; the Vakil Mosque, in Shiraz; and the one on Friday, in Yazd, with the tallest and slimmest portal in the country. In addition, the country's calls of prayer present one of the most beautiful musicalities in the Muslim world.

A trio of top aces
 The cities of Yazd, Shiraz and Isfahan are indisputable stops on a trip through Iran. The first, a desert city, stands out for its adobe buildings and the wind towers that cool the houses, while Shiraz and Isfahan concentrate much of the country's most outstanding artistic heritage. Imam Square, one of the largest squares in the world and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Timurid Ali Qapu Palace, the Vakil Bazaar, the Arg-e Karim Khan Citadel, the Bagh-e Eram Palace and the Khaju Bridge, one of the most beautiful in the world, are just a few examples.

When to travel to Iran

The climate in Iran can be quite extreme, with very high temperatures in summer - exceeding 45º- and very low temperatures in winter - including snowfall in many places. Therefore, the best time to travel to Iran is during spring or autumn, when the climate is mild and pleasant, and there are beautiful landscapes due to the colors of these seasons. However, Iran is a very large country and the climate can vary greatly depending on the area you visit, so it is best to plan your dates according to your travel interests.