Iran Travel Guide

One of the oldest countries in the world, Iran has been populated by humans since prehistoric times. Some of the greatest civilizations in the history of the planet have evolved in and around this part of the world, although the Persians left their mark more prominently than any others. The landscape is a dizzying array of rugged mountains mixed with sprawling deserts, and coastlines along both the Persian Gulf and the Caspian Sea. From the capital of Tehran, to the sprawling majesty of Mashad, to the home of famous Persian poet Hafiz in Shiraz, Iran is a country rich with Persian and Islamic … read moreheritages.

Unfortunately, although Iran has a great amount of historical and cultural sights and sounds to experience, the current political climate makes it nearly impossible for anyone from the Western world to experience. This is not a place for the first-time traveler. With the recent abductions of American hikers along the borders of the country to the chaos of the recent election in 2009, Iran is considered far too hot for anyone to visit for tourist reasons.

However, Iran hosts some of the world's most ancient and majestic cities. Modern Tehran is a combination of art galleries, amazingly delicious cuisine that will leave your mouth watering, and plenty of cafes and otherwise. There are museums, mosques, bazaars, and accommodations are both plentiful and luxurious. Public transportation is the main way of getting around.

The rich tapestry of Persian history has left the country with a wealth of art and architecture that is unrivaled by any other spot on the planet. However, the political and religious unrest in the region between the Islamic nation and the West has led to a situation where most of the world has never had the opportunity to experience everything that Iran has to offer. Hopefully things will change in the future as we move into more peaceful times.