Entries by Naeimeh Nakhaei

Isfahan attractions infographic

Isfahan, known as the city of marvel embraces the finest architectural masterpieces. It doesn’t take much to walk from the round dome Vank cathedral to the 400 years Naghshe Jahan square, where king Abbas I used to watch the live polo matches from the porch of his palace but it does make lots of colorful […]

Irandoostan align with sustainable tourism

Tourism always has both positive and negative impacts on the environment and target communities. The development of tourism, without managing its effects, can harm the environment, culture, and the host community. The development of sustainable tourism, by managing the effects of tourism on the environment, the economy, and the destination community, preserves the resources of […]

Yazd virtual tour (free)

It seems like Covid19 has huge creativity in wasting our time! Quarantine is often an unpleasant experience for those who are crazy about traveling and discovering the world. Fortunately, there is no limitation in the internet world. Well, don’t worry! You can now take virtual tours of Yazd,  right here on the Irandoostan website. For […]

Isfahan virtual tour (free)

The coronavirus left no chance to travel and this makes life in quarantine even more boring? Well, not so sure. There is a very old expression in the Persian language, claiming that “Isfahan includes the half worlds beauty”. let’s drop into Isfahan virtual tour and discover half of the world. Naghshe Jahan Square This gorgeous […]

Shiraz virtual tour (free)

Quarantine is often an unpleasant experience for those who are crazy about traveling and discovering the world. Fortunately, there is no limitation in the internet world. Well, don’t worry! You can now take tours of Shiraz “virtually”, right here on the Irandoostan website. We would welcome any inquiry you may have about traveling to Iran, […]

When is Iran going to reopen borders for travellers?

On account of the COVID-19 outbreak, the Iran borders have been interdicted free movements as a push to distance the country from the Pandemic since February 2020. Last week some Iranian authorities have announced the reopening of Iran’s border and the arrival of export cargo to its neighbors, and that some of the restrictions can […]

How did Coronavirus affect Nowruz ceremony in Iran?

The ancient territory of Iran, including also current Afganistan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan, has preserved one single celebration among all, through 3000 years and from 3 catastrophic invasions: Nowruz eve. The Nowruz is all about Refreshment and Resurrection in sync with nature. What actually saved Iranian hope and living sense during history. What seemed […]

Iran taxi apps: Snapp, Tap30 (sites, download)

Taxis are arguably the easiest way to get around Iran, especially on arrival. Although the standard taxi usually seen as yellow and green Peugeots, are available all over Iran, Online taxi services are the best choice. An undeniable fact about regular taxis is their tendency to overcharge foreigners but online ones are clean, comfortable, air-conditioned […]

A practical guide of buying Persian carpet

Iran is among the most professional oriental rug producer countries, known as the “rug belt”. The most famous and oldest carpet in the world, Pazyryk, woven in 400 BC in Persia, proves the brilliant background of the Iranian art of carpet weaving. The largest handwoven rug in the world was knotted in Tabriz by 230 […]

Hitchhiking in Iran: Rules, Safety

If hitchhikers had a prophet to describe them a utopia or something, that dreamland would definitely be Iran! where people are exceedingly hospitable and always ready to help others. Iranians believe that the guest is loved and respected by the Lord and anyone who’s far from home for any reason is considered as a guest. […]

Hotel Abbasi: Best Hotel in Isfahan (History, Rooms)

Can you imagine yourself opening your eyes in bed, looking toward a big colorful sash window overlooking the fabulous Persian garden and a great turquoise dome? well, good news! It’s absolutely possible in Hotel Abbasi in Isfahan, which is the oldest hotel in the world! It needs only a quick reservation on the Hotel Abbasi […]