In this article, I will give you “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran”. In fact it is possible, you face the reactions of other people when you express your desire to visit Iran !!!! “Are You Crazy?” Or Why do you want to do that? The answer is simple, because they have no clue about this piece of heaven and no idea what would be the feel and experience to visit Iran. When you hear the name of Iran, it may remind you some words like: Oil, Saffron, Pistachio, rugs
But there is much more than that. Iran will give you everything you want to have a best experience in your travel, From nature, to architecture, culture, handcrafts, ancient sites, Desert, snow-capped mountains, beaches, etc. Everything that you can imagine is in Iran travel and tourism package.
So it is very hard to pick what you want to see or do in Iran.
Below, I will be listing “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die”. So grab some snacks and let’s enjoy.
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Hospitality
Here is the reason why I list Hospitality as number one reason in “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die”. You will experience something in Iran that you don’t see it somewhere else. Every person you see and face, will offer you help, food and even ask you to stay with them for free. I am not kidding, the Persians are famous for this. In fact The people in Iran are competing with each other in hospitality. Specifically when it comes to a stranger or a tourist. Persians consider a guest is a gift from God and treat them with the highest and best.
This attraction is not listed in any tourist guide book or map but will give you the most memorable feeling ever.
Historical Sites
Another reason of “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die” is Iran’s so many historical sites. Iran’s historical Sites are the first things come to anybody’s mind, when they hear the name of Iran. Persepolis is the most famous one, but Iran is the home to 10 UNESCO cultural and historical site. Emam Square in Isfahan, Golestan Palace, Pasargadae, Sultaniyeh, Shushtar Histotic hydraulic system are just some of them.
Architecture
Iranian traditional architecture is exceptional. Therefore many mosaic design of the mosques with masterpieces of tile work and mirror work are so complex and unbelievable. Nasir-ol Molk known and pink mosque is Shiraz and Jame mosque is Isfahan are just some examples. Despite centuries of political and power transfers and conflict, the architecture, design of these mosques achieve a distinct character and make them unique.
Climate Diversity
Iran is one of the few countries on the planet that you can experience four seasons at any time of the year. From the green and rainy forest in the north, or snow-capped mountain in Alborz, to hot and dry climate in South by the Persian Gulf shores.
Safety
Another fact to list among the “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die”, is safety. One of the safest place worldwide, rare to none violent crime at all. You have and will not hear any news about gun shooting, terrorist activities and even simple forced robberies in Iran.
All the negetagive opinions about Iran comes from the global geopolitical issue and has nothing to do with the actual feel and experience you will have among the ordinary people
Persian Handicrafts
What makes the highlight of your “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die”, is the souvenirs. If you want a sample of persian culture, you must purchase some of Persian’s crafts. Each one is a symbol of the traditions from generations to generations. Each one is unique, masterpiece of a specific region in Iran. Persian hand woven rugs, Minakari, Khatam, Termeh, Ghalamzani, are just some examples.
Food
Food is the tastiest part of your “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die”. Why? Because Iran has variety of different flavorful dishes. Each region of the country has its own particular dishes. Abundance of options for vegan and non-vegan appetite. Some of these foods would take hours to be prepared and served and you will be amazed with these flavors, spices and fresh herbs in Persian cuisine dishes.
Cost
According to Financial Tribune, Iran is the most affordable tourist spot in the world. Can you imagine staying in 5 star hotel for under $30, or book a domestic flight of less than $40?
Food, accommodation, Transportation, tourist activities and even the souvenirs are relatively very cheap compared to other tourist spots in the world. Obviously you can enjoy more from the money you spend. That’s why due to highly budget friendly experience you get, cost is one of the “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die”.
Desert
If you are sunlight and pure sand lover, you are in luck. Central part of Iran has some very unique and extra ordinary deserts. Experience roaming through the sands during the day and enjoying the view of the stars at night. I recommend to explore deserts from April to June and beginning of the fall due to a very hot temperature in summer. Although temperature drops dramatically at night which makes it very pleasant.
Medical Tourism
Why I listed Medical purposes in “10 Reasons You Should Visit Iran Before You Die”??? The answer is very simple. Medical services in Iran are not just unbelievably low cost, they do an excellent job in these medical treatments. That’s why Iran is a heaven for people who want to have some medical treatments. Cosmetic and plastic surgeries are among the most popular ones. Every day , thousands of people from middle east, Asia and Europe travel to Iran to receive the best medical service with the unimaginable lowest cost possible.
Summary
There you go, Thank you for visiting my BLOG. you have all the reasons to visit Iran, why not try it as soon as possible?
The life is short and there are so many beautiful places to visit on earth, but if you want a place that offers everything you need in just one package, it’s IRAN.
From nature to history, culture, food, etc. Iran offers them all.