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Things to do in Iran
Persian gardens, turquoise-tiled mosques, and one of the richest ancient civilizations on Earth, visited today under a mandatory guided-tour system for Western travelers.
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Explore Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of ancient Persia
CultureA UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the great archaeological wonders of the ancient world, with monumental staircases and reliefs dating back 2,500 years.
Wander Isfahan's Naqsh-e Jahan Square
CultureOne of the largest public squares ever built, ringed by turquoise-tiled mosques and a grand bazaar, at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage ensemble.
Visit the Sheikh Lotfollah and Shah Mosques in Isfahan
CultureTwo of the most celebrated examples of Persian Islamic architecture, their tilework and dome acoustics considered masterpieces of the era.
Explore the mudbrick old city of Yazd
CultureA UNESCO World Heritage desert city of wind towers (badgirs) and ancient qanats, among the best-preserved traditional Persian urban architecture anywhere.