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Iran has many religious holidays dedicated to Muslim Shia saints as well as other bank holidays dating back thousands of years. Living in Tehran guides you through the Persian calendar with tips on where to see the best the city has to offer throughout the year.
The longest night: Yalda Night (Shab-e Yalda)
Did you know Iran has its own special wintertime festival going back thousands of years called Yalda? Yes, that’s right there is one festival which occurs on the winter solstice each year where families and friends come together to…
Northern Tehran Gears Up for Eid al-Adha Celebrations
As the Islamic holy period of Eid al-Adha (Eid e-Ghorban in Persian) approaches, Northern Tehran is getting ready for significant celebrations.These celebrations will involve more than traditional cultural and social activities but also…
Tehran Adorian Fire Temple
Have you ever had the pleasure of visiting a Zoroastrian Fire Temple? We're going to take a virtual tour of one such architectural marvel located in Tehran, Iran. Called Tehran Adorian Fire Temple ( آتشکده آدوریان) in Persian, the site is…
What to Bring as a Gift for Iranians?
What to Bring as a Gift for Iranians?
What to Bring as a Gift for Iranians? Boasting a rich cultural heritage spanning millennia, Iran stands as a country profoundly steeped in art and an ingrained ethos of hospitality. These are the core…
“Epic Iran” – An Enlightening Journey Through Iran’s Historical and Cultural…
"Epic Iran" is an extraordinary testament to the depth and resilience of Iranian civilization. Compiling an array of 250 fascinating objects and visuals, it casts a bright light on the largely unexplored, but rich, 5,000-year-old history of…
Iftar in Tehran: A Culinary Journey during Ramadan
Ahh Iftar in Tehran. As the sun sets over Tehran, the capital of Iran, millions of Muslims across the city eagerly anticipate the call to prayer, signaling the end of their day-long fast during the holy month of Ramadan. Iftar, the meal…
Celebrating Sizdah Be-dar in Tehran: A Guide to Embracing Nature
Sizdah Be-dar in Tehran
Ramadan in Iran: 2023
Ramadan in Iran
Ramadan (pronounced Ramazan by Iranians) is a significant time for Muslims in Iran and is observed as a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. The month of Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar…
How Christians Celebrate Christmas in Tehran?
As Christians around the world celebrate Christmas, the holiday season is also observed in Iran where Christians make up less than 0.2% of the country's population. Christmas trees decorated with red, green, and gold gift boxes…
Iran visa tips and facts
Travelers entering Iran from June 2022 will only need proof of a negative PCR test (within 72 hours of flying) or two doses of a vaccine at least two weeks earlier.According to the latest rules listed by the Iranian government, you do…