Susa: The Heart of Administrative Power Susa, one of the oldest cities in the world, served as a key administrative center of the Persian Empire. Located in present-day Khuzestan Province, it was a hub of cultural and political activity. The grandeur of Susa is evident in its monumental palaces, including the Palace of Darius I. […]
Shiraz is a city in southern Iran that is very popular among Iranians due to its historical and cultural background. Beautiful and lush gardens, historical buildings, and the tombs of poets are just some of the attractions that tourists can enjoy visiting in Shiraz. Persepolis, or Takht-e Jamshid, is a masterpiece of the Achaemenid era […]
Nasir al-Mulk Mosque: This mosque is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and colorful tiles. It’s a must-see attraction in Shiraz. Shah-e-Cheragh Shrine: This is a popular pilgrimage site for Shia Muslims and is known for its stunning mirror work and intricate tile designs. Persepolis: This ancient city is a UNESCO World Heritage site […]
The village of Pasargadae, lying south of the Abarkuh Desert, stands on a lonely, windswept plain surrounded by arid mountains. The sole reason to journey out to this remote town is to visit the ancient monuments from which it takes its name. Marked by an austere beauty, these ruins of empire will enthral historians and […]
It was created by a chief of the Qashqai clan around 1823, with a house later rebuilt by Hali Mohammed Hasan Mi’mar with reception rooms, an orangery, stables, and pavilion. Both garden and buildings were confiscated in 1953 and given to the late shah for his private use; this was when the original mud-brick enclosing […]
So, if you go to Iran, make sure you pay a visit to the magnificent Persepolis and Necropolis! Though evidence of prehistoric settlement at Persepolis has been discovered, inscriptions indicate that construction of the city began under Darius I the Great(reigned 522–486 BC). As a member of a new branch of the royal house, Darius made […]
The art of carpet weaving in Iran originated more than 2,500 years ago. Persian carpets and rugs were initially woven as articles of necessity to cover the floors of nomadic tribesmen, giving them protection from the cold and damp. The natural progression of the skill and craft involved in the creation of these works of […]
The Persian Empire was vast, and one of the lasting legacies of the empire, aside from their fierce battles and dominance in the known world, was their influence on architecture and art as a whole. Architecture in Greater Iran has a continuous history from at least 5000BCE to the present, with characteristic examples distributed over […]
