Iran is an amazing and spectacular country located in the heart of the Middle East. Because of its rich history, ancient culture, hospitable people, delicious food, and stunning scenery, Iran is a destination that is attractive to any traveler with any taste.
Iran is divided into 31 provinces. With an area of more than 1,600,000 square kilometers, this country is the second largest country in the Middle East and the 18th largest country in the world.
Iran is bordered by Turkey, Armenia, and the Republic of Azerbaijan from the northwest, the Caspian Sea from the north, Turkmenistan from the northeast, Afghanistan from the east, Pakistan and the Sea of Oman from the southeast, the Persian Gulf from the south, and The Strait of Hormuz borders Iraq from the west. Iran also has a water border and sea connection through the Caspian Sea with Russia and Kazakhstan, through the Oman Sea with the United Arab Emirates and Oman, and through the Persian Gulf with Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates.
The word Iran comes directly from Middle Persian. Iran is mentioned for the first time in the sequence of the name of Ardeshir Babakan, the founder of the Sassanid Empire. In the portrait of Rostam and the coins of Ardeshir Babkan, he is referred to as “Ardeshir Shahneshah Aryan (Iran)”. Iran (Sasanian Pahlavi) and Aryan (Parthenian Pahlavi) were both used to refer to the totality of Iranian people; These two words are derived from Arya in the Near-Iranian language.
According to Iranian mythology, the name of Iran is derived from Iraj son of Fereydun. Iraj was Fereydoun’s little son who was killed by his brothers Salem and Tor. Manouchehr, the grandson of Iraj, finally avenged him and sat on the throne after killing Salem and Tor.
One of the most obvious tourist attractions of Iran is its natural attractions. With snowy mountains, dry and burning deserts, sea, lake, forest, and plain, Iran has almost everything that nature lovers want. Iran is a country of four seasons due to its vastness and many low and high altitudes, so that at the same time that parts of this country are covered with snow, in other parts of it, you can sunbathe by the sea.
Iran also has a rich and diverse cultural heritage with a long history in art, literature and architecture. More than 10 thousand years of civilization have made every corner of Iran full of historical and cultural monuments. Iran has played an important role in the art and architecture of the world and this issue is evident in the historical buildings of this country.
Iranian architecture has native knowledge and a long history, and throughout history, it has always been known as the best part of Iranian art. This architecture was superior in the Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sassanian periods and maintained its superiority in the Islamic era.
ChoghaZanbil Ziggurat, Persepolis Complex, Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Vank Church, Bam Citadel, Vakil Bazaar, Golestan Palace, Azadi Tower, and thousands of other small and big buildings show the greatness of Iranian architecture.
Of course, Iranian art does not end only with architecture, and every part of Iran has its own handicrafts. Carpets, rugs, coppersmithing, needlework, and thousands of other handicrafts are only a part of traditional Iranian art.
Iran hosts a wide range of tourist attractions, from the bustling markets and teahouses of Tehran to the quiet gardens and palaces of Shiraz. Visitors can explore the ancient cities of Isfahan and Yazd, marvel at the stunning architecture of Naqsh-e Jahan Square, or take a dip in the hot springs of Ardabil.
So far, more than 210 species of mammals, 558 species of birds, 260 species of reptiles and 22 species of amphibians have been recorded in Iran. The mammals of Iran include the Iranian leopard, cheetah, bear, Persian gaur, horse, striped hyena, wolf, wild boar, mountain goat, deer, ram, and sheep that live in the mountains with vegetation.
Food is an important part of Iranian culture. According to foreign tourists, Iran is one of the best countries to experience diverse cuisines. Food diversity in Iran is very diverse due to its vast geography. Also, Iran is one of the best countries for vegetarians. Iranian cuisine is very different from north to south and east to west, and tourists can experience different and unique food by traveling to each city and village.
Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz, Yazd, Mashhad, Kish, and Qeshm are among the important tourist centers of Iran.
It doesn’t matter if you are a foreign traveler or a native of this land, Iranian people always welcome guests with open arms. So, pack your travel bags because Iran has stunning attractions for every travel lover.
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