Discover the Beauty of Iran: A Safe Haven for Travelers

Iran is a country of stunning contrasts, where ancient history merges with vibrant culture. From the intricate tilework of...

Fishing In Iran! The Best Places to go

Fishing, this ancient practice has been with humanity since almost 40,000 years ago & today, it is bigger than...

Best Qeshm Hotels, Where to Stay in Qeshm Island?

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Why do Iran visa applications get rejected?

There are many factors at play when planning to apply for an Iranian visa. To visit Iran you must...

Iran Stop Stamping Tourists' Passport

During the Obama administration and in the wake of the Nuclear Deal, Iran was turning into a popular holiday...
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Discover the Beauty of Iran: A Safe Haven for Travelers
Travel Guides
Fishing In Iran! The Best Places to go
Tip to the Trip
Best Qeshm Hotels, Where to Stay in Qeshm Island?
Tip to the Trip
Why do Iran visa applications get rejected?
Travel Guides
Iran Stop Stamping Tourists' Passport
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Hostels in Shiraz; Quarters of Literature

One of the staples that makes a historical city a worthwhile and desirable destination for tourists and travelers is the fact that it can host many guests in its traditional houses and settlements. Knowing this, this piece will entirely go to the best hostels in Shiraz and we are focusing on introducing these magnificent guesthouses to show you that not only Shiraz is the beating poetic heart of Iran and the birthplace of many famous Iranian poets such as Saadi Shirazi and Hafez, but also a trip to Shiraz can mean a very comfortable and satisfying stay at one of its traditional houses or a modern accommodation settlement or a combined facility.

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Mid-Range Hotels in Tehran; Best Budget Stay

The first time I ran into tourists in Tehran, I was shocked by the fact that they knew where Fatemi Street or Iranshahr district were and how they could take Tehran’s metro, taxis, or even buses to get to their accommodation spots. Most of the best and very affordable Mid-range hotels in Tehran are located in midtown or closer to the downtown of Tehran since their very location make them more cost-effective and desirable to tourists and travelers planning to stay for a good amount of time in the capital of Iran.

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Hotels in Yazd, The First Adobe City of the World

Yazd is a city deep in the dry-lands of Iran with the minimum amount of rain or snow in a year which most likely would have turned this city into hot ruins over its 5000 years of history. However, being located around a hot desert has its own perks and it’s lead to the people of Yazd mastering the art of architecture to survive the harsh environment. For this reason, Yazd has been called a marvel of adobe engineering and mud-brick houses and walls and wind catchers. Today’s well-known hotels in Yazd have mostly renovated remnants or of yesterday’s unparalleled traditional Persian houses built for Khan’s or noblemen. A trip to Iran can only be announced “remarkable and indelible” if you book a room in one of these Yazd hotels, which, by the way, have more to offer than just mud-brick walls and cozy yards.

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Experience an Authentic Iranian Bathhouse at Qazi Persian Bath in Isfahan

The words “Turkish bath” may sound the most familiar, but there are several other cultures that incorporate bathhouses into their lives- cultures such as Korean, Japanese, Russian, and, of course, Iranian. While the majority of bathhouses in Iran have either been converted into teahouses or tourist attractions and give insight into the age-old rituals through the use of wax figures, one bathhouse, in particular, is offering visitors a new and exciting adventure. Now in addition to soaking up the rich culture, spectacular architecture, and delicious delicacies in Isfahan, you can also experience the traditional Iranian bathhouse at Qazi Persian Bath. And as always, 1stQuest can help get you to and book accommodations in this crown jewel city of Iran nicknamed “half of the world.”

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