historical sites

Nader Shah Mausoleum

Nader Shah Mausoleum, a building in the Naderi Garden Museum complex, is situated in Mashhad.
2020-03-01 09:52
Historical Armenian Cemetery in Isfahan

The Armenian cemetery in Isfahan, lying to the south of the city between the Armenian suburb of New Julfa and the high hill known as Sofe Mountain,…
2020-01-26 11:04
Awe-inspiring ancient sites of wild western Iran

Leave the bright lights and tourist delights of Esfahan and Shiraz far behind to track down astonishing millennia-old relics among the dusty…
2020-01-14 14:56
Iran's best kept secrets

Despite its rich history stretching back thousands of years, Iran still lies off the beaten track for most travellers. The joy of travelling…
2020-01-13 11:18
Anahita temple

The glorious stone building of Anahita temple was constructed in Iran; the structure is attributed to the Persian water deity, Anahita.
2019-12-23 15:31
Sheykh Lotfollah Mosque after refurbishment

Sheykh Lotfollah Mosque, the most significant landmark of Isfahan, is one of the architectural and tiling masterpieces in the world which has…
2019-12-08 11:09
Isfahan's shaking minarets

Isfahan is one of the oldest and most visited cities in Iran by both locals and international tourists. In addition to a number of beautiful…
2019-11-28 11:51
Reflection of history in Arg-e Semnan

One of the most famous attractions in Semnan is the Arg Gate which is the symbol of this city.
2019-10-30 11:05
Falahati Palace in Ilam

Falahati palace was constructed by the order of Gholam Reza Khan, the governor of Ilam, in 1908, during the Qajar dynasty.
2019-10-12 16:01
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Three historical monuments in Natanz

The head of Natanz Cultural Heritage, Handcraft and Tourism Organization said two historical monuments and an administration building have been…
2019-09-22 12:11
Enchanting fortress in heart of dense jungle

Rudkhan castle (Qale Roodkhan) is a historical fortress which is located in the heart of a forest in Fuman, Gilan province; it is an important…
2019-09-21 10:45
Khan Complex

Khan Complex was built by the order of Mohammad Taghi Khan in 1791. Then it was renovated and re- stuccoed three decades later and more decorations…
2019-09-19 10:25
Safavid less known palace in Isfahan

Ashraf Hall is a small part of a Safavid glorious complex that included the Roofed Hall, Eight Palace, Poshte-e Matbakh palace, Rakib Khaneh,…
2019-09-17 11:40
The Blue Mosque of Tabriz; The Turquoise of Islam

There are numerous features which put the Blue Mosque on the bucket list of travelers across the world.
2019-08-22 11:14
Arg-e Ali Shah in Tabriz

One of the tallest and oldest historical walls in Iran is Alishah Arg of Tabriz;. It is located in the center of Eastern Azerbaijan province.
2019-08-01 10:21
Jolfa; Home of Historical Sites

Jolfa is a historical jewel situated at the zero point of Iran, Armenia and Azerbaijan.
2019-07-30 10:52
Vakil al-Molk mansion in Sanandaj

There are many wonderful historical monuments such as baths and mansions in western Iranian city of Sanandaj that are being visited by many domestic…
2019-07-24 13:56
Tughrul tower guides travelers through Silk Road

Tughrul tower which is also called Khalifeh Yazid tower is located in Rey County, Iran. It was built nine centuries ago, during the Seljuks Period.…
2019-07-22 12:08
Hasht Behesht Palace to undergo renovation

The Director General of Isfahan's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization announced the renovation of the wooden and decorative…
2019-07-18 12:11
Safavid masterpiece in Chaharbagh

The Hasht Behesht Palace in the central Iranian city of Isfahan is a historical building in a large garden which has been turned into a public…
2019-06-10 15:59
Agha Noor mosque

Agha Noor mosque is located in Dardasht neighbourhood in Isfahan. Its main building which dates back to the reign of Shah Abbas I, was completed…
2019-06-09 13:56
Historical houses should be revived

Saying that there are 500 historical houses throughout the area and none of them owned by the municipality, the director of the district 3 of…
2019-05-06 15:14
Domab village

Domab is a village in Najaf Abad County, Isfahan, which is located in a point where Khansar, Najafabad, and Golpayegan counties meet each other.
2019-05-04 11:32
Amir Chakhmagh complex

The most beautiful architectural masterpiece and tile works of the nineteenth century is Amir Chakhmagh Complex located in Yazd. It was constructed…
2019-04-27 14:12
Manifestation of Islamic architecture in Hakim mosque

Many beautiful mosques in Isfahan were constructed during the Safavid era; each of them displays a museum of tile and plasterwork without any…
2019-04-25 12:03
Qanat; Creativity of Ancient Persia

Qanat is an ancient water exploitation method which has been considered as a remarkable aspect of Persian architecture.
2019-04-23 10:19
Shahrestan Bridge; Oldest Bridge over Zayandeh Rud

The Shahrestan Bridge as the oldest bridge and a tourist attraction over the Zayandeh Rud River located in the east of Isfahan, Iran. This architectur…
2019-04-20 08:39
Karim Khan Citadel

The Karim Khan Citadel which is also known as Karim Khan Prison was built in the northeast of Shiraz, in 1108 A.H, by the order of the famous…
2019-04-17 14:25
Zaman Khan Bridge

Many historical bridges have been constructed over the Zayandeh-Rood River. One of the most famous one is ZamanKhan that is situated 27 kilometers…
2019-04-14 10:12
Natanz hosts thousand tourists during Nowrouz

Head of the Travel Services Coordination Headquarter of Natanz county said, "During the Nowruz holidays, more than 520 thousand tourists visited…
2019-04-09 11:37