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Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Yazd in central Iran, the Yazd Fire Temple stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage of Zoroastrianism. This sacred sanctuary, also known as Atash Behram, has captivated the minds and hearts of countless devotees and curious travelers alike. As we delve into the fascinating […]

The Sassanid archaeological landscape of Fars is a mesmerizing testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the ancient Persian Empire. Located in the Fars province of modern-day Iran, these valuable archaeological sites offer a fascinating glimpse into the grandeur and accomplishments of the Sasanian Empire. Spanning over 400 years from the 3rd to […]

Shiraz, the city of love and beauties, hosts many historical and natural attractions of Iran. One of the historical monuments that truly double the awes of this city is the Quran Gate of Shiraz. This gate is among the oldest gates available in Iran which its first foundation was under Buyid Dynasty. The gate was [...]

Throughout the history of Iran – until not so distant past – Bazaars were considered of the most important social and commercial centers. Many important political and social developments started from the bazaars of Iran and spread to the rest of the society. This type of traditional market was the platform for most social communication and […]

  ASSYRIANS  The Assyrians were among the Semitic tribes that lived in northern part of Mesopotamia which corresponds to most parts of modern-day Iraq as well as parts of Iran, Kuwait, Syria, and Turkey. It had relatively humble beginnings as a nation-state during the second millennium BC. The name of this people was derived from […]

According to the available information in 2023, Birds of Iran include a total of 566 species, two of which are endemic. The geographical location and the climate of Iran is such that many of its birds are migrants. Out of more than 566 species of birds that live in Iran, according to the Birdlife International, […]

The Asiatic cheetah, or the Iranian cheetah, is a critically endangered subspecies of the leopard, of which only a few cubs remain in Iran today. In general, there are 4 subspecies of cheetah in the world, all of them except the Asiatic cheetah are found in different regions of the African continent. Research shows that [...]

Zagros, the largest mountain range in Iran, extends from the west to the southwest of Iran and is one of the wonders of Iran’s pristine nature. The Zagros Mountains form an important part of the Alpine-Himalayan mountain range that covers most of Southwest Asia and the Middle East. This magnificent and very old mountain range […]

Alexander the Great is one of the most famous figures in the world history. He is considered one of the best conquerors in history who did not lose in any battle and created one of the largest empires of the time when he was less than thirty years old. This young Macedonian warlord, who became […]

You might have heard about historical dynasties of Iran and the order in which they came to power; But there are few people who know that the history of Iran does not end with these dynasties and that this ancient land dates back to the era before the invention of writing. If you only have […]