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?

So if you want to include activities such as Diving, Shuttle riding, Fly boards or any kind of water...

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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Discover Tehran: A Brief Guide to the Capital of Iran

Visitors to Iran often opt to skip Tehran, reducing it to nothing more than heavy traffic and smog. But the capital city has plenty of charm and beauty with its concrete skyline set against the backdrop of the majestic Alborz mountains. Home to some 10 million people, in no other city, will you get a better glimpse of contemporary life in Iran than in Tehran. Here’s our mini guide to Tehran to get the most out of this underrated city. And as always, remember that you can book all your travel and accommodation needs in Tehran with 1stQuest.

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Ramadan in Iran; What to do and What not to do!

The holy month of Ramadan is a time of prayer and detachment from worldly pleasures. Ramadan means thirty days of self-cleansing, good deeds, giving out more, and getting closer to God. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from the brink of the day (early sunrise) till late in the evening and the time of Iftar, when they break their fast. If you are traveling to Iran you need to precisely know when Ramadan starts in Iran because it complicates things for tourist and adventurers. During Ramadan in Iran, most of the restaurants are closed to help people who fast over the day and even drinking water in the streets is considered rude and unmindful. Although Ramadan may sound like a tough month for outsiders to travel to Iran, it definitely has its own benefits and in some ways help travelers.

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Traveling to Iran with Pets; Don’t Leave your Best Friends

Traveling and animals don’t exactly mix well, especially if you are traveling to Iran with pets. We are so emotionally attached to these beautiful creatures that we can’t simply let go of them, even for a few days which reminds me of the words of Colleen Paige, founder of “National Pets Day” organization, author, animal advocate, and in general a true animal lover that really moved me and brought me to the realization that people would do so many things to travel to Iran with their pets: “Many people believe that humans are superior to animals, but is that really true? We’re not able to come close to possessing the pure & perfect unconditional love that animals offer.

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A Brief City Guide to Less known Destinations in Iran

Iran is a home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, Iranian history is as stormy as it gets, With so many historical places to visit in Iran, traveling all around the country you can soak in every period and delve into the nation’s tangled past, Be in a mosque, a palace or a bazaar, Iranian buildings are finely decorated and glow with ornamental elegance. Each province, each city, each village has its own history, Different cities different stories. now we are here to introduce the less known destinations in Iran which are very unique and special and really worth a visit.

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The Top 6 best Hotels in Kish for an Unforgettable Stay

Here is the list of the best hotels in Kish island:

1. Dariush Grand Hotel, the best hotel in Kish Island

A simple look at its grand design tells you all you need to know about Dariush Grand Hotel Kish. With an architecture resembling that of Persepolis, the hallmark of Achaemenian art, this accommodation lives up to all the expectations it raises. The premise extends 121,330 square meters and located in the eastern north part of Kish.

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Kermanshah, The Unknown Beauty on West of Iran

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