Nestled at the foot of the Karkas Mountains in central Iran, Abyaneh village is a living testament to the country’s rich history and cultural heritage. With its red mud-brick houses, winding lanes, and vibrant traditional attire, Abyaneh offers a glimpse into Iran’s past, captivating visitors with its charm and timeless beauty. In this article, we
Tucked away in the northwestern region of Iran lies a mesmerizing village unlike any other. Kandovan, known as “Iran’s Rocky Wonder,” captivates visitors with its unique architecture and stunning natural beauty. Carved into the towering cone-shaped rocks, the village resembles a fairy-tale setting, attracting curious travelers from around the world. This article takes you
When it comes to the culinary delights of Iran, the country’s dried fruits stand out as a treasured delicacy. Known for their rich taste, vibrant colors, and exceptional quality, Iranian dried fruits have been a part of the country’s culinary heritage for centuries. This unique article explores the fascinating world of Iranian dried fruits, their
Omar Khayyam was a Persian astronomer, writer, poet and mathematician renowned in Iran for his scientific achievements. English-speaking readers know of his extraordinary work through the translation of his collection of hundreds of quatrains (or rubais) in Rubaiyat, an 1859 work on the “the Astronomer-Poet of Persia”. He was a philosopher, mathematician, inventor, astronomer, scholar,
Ferdowsī, also spelled Firdawsī, Firdusi, or Firdousi, pseudonym of Abū al-Qasem Manṣūr, (born c. 935, near Ṭūs, Iran—died c. 1020–26, Ṭūs), Persian poet, author of the Shāh-nāmeh (“Book of Kings”), the Persian national epic, to which he gave a final and enduring form, although he based his poem mainly on an earlier prose version. Ferdowsi’s
The lavish Golestan Palace is a masterpiece of the Qajar era, embodying the successful integration of earlier Persian crafts and architecture with Western influences. The walled Palace, one of the oldest groups of buildings in Teheran, became the seat of government of the Qajar family, which came into power in 1779 and made Teheran the
Gilan is the greenest region of Iran with abundant forests and high rainfall between the Alborz Mountains and the Caspian Sea. It has a special geographical location. Aside from the varied and yummy foods in Gilan, this province is highly rich in traditions and cultural activities with lots of historical backgrounds that have left historical
Mirza Ghasemi is an exquisite, vegetarian dip from the northern region of Iran, with smoked aubergines (eggplants), tomatoes and garlic. And its crowning glory? The eggs that are stirred in right at the last minute. Mirza Ghasemi is said to have been created by a former governor of Rasht, the capital of Gilan province, along
Saffron pairs well with flavors such as apples, almonds, cardamom, honey, poultry (particularly heritage chickens and squab), bone marrow, milk or cream (try it in ice cream!), cinnamon, lamb, seafood, garlic, white wine, vinegar, rose water, and citrus fruits. Saffron is known to be the most expensive spice by weight, mainly due to the amount
Just as Persian main courses vary from town to town, so too do Persian dessert traditions and recipes. In every corner of Iran, you will find a unique flavor and dessert specific to that area. KAAK Kaak is a native dish of the province of Kermanshah, Baluchestan, and Khorramabad. It is a rectangle-shaped, multilayered
