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Have a call for rhinoplasty? If you are reading this article, you have probably heard of Iran as an ideal destination for rhinoplasty in the world. Then welcome! You are at the right place for the best rhinoplasty in Iran. A great number of candidates, Iranian or other nationalities, go under rhinoplasty in Iran every day. Obviously, there are reasons we will mention in this article. However, even to have the best rhinoplasty in Iran, the capital of nose jobs, you should consider some steps. Have you ever thought about what factors would result in the best rhinoplasty result? Stay with us to know more.

Is Iran good for rhinoplasty?

You may be surprised to know that, Iran is the “nose job“ capital of the world, due to the great number of candidates every day. More interesting is the fact that you can receive a world-class surgery, as high quality as those in the US or Uk, for quite a reasonable price, starting from only 800$!

Plastic nose surgery is so widespread in Iran that many candidates travel from abroad to go under different types of rhinoplasty, cosmetic or curative, in this country. Being well-known for high-quality medical services in the Middle East, Iran enjoys highly equipped hospitals and clinical facilities and also world-class plastic surgeries in the world.

But there is still a long way to go. Your next step is to search for your ideal specialist.

How to choose a surgeon for the best rhinoplasty in Iran?

The highest cosmetic surgery rate has brought about the most experienced plastic surgeons in Iran who are quite trustworthy. However, there is exactly one significant point you should keep in mind, Look for your ideal specialist!

Your preferences express your taste for the type of nose you would like to have after rhinoplasty. Therefore, to have the best rhinoplasty in Iran, first decide about your favorite nose type (fantasy, semi-fantasy, or natural). Then, the real result of different surgeons, either on their website or Instagram page, would make the decision-making process much easier for you. Software like “photoshop” is the best way to know how your nose looks after the surgery. You should rely on the doctors’ previous real results. Each doctor has special technics that stick to them all their professional career, which would lead to about the same results. So, make sure the previous results of the specialist you have chosen match your taste.

Who to trust for the consultation?

Once you have decided about your ideal specialist, just let us know! As an experienced travel agency, Iran Doostan Tours Co. is ready to connect you to the best medical centers with high-quality services in Iran. Get a Free Consultation for the best rhinoplasty in Iran by sparing a few seconds to fill out the form for us. We will be in contact with you as soon as possible.

It would be much better to rely on a professional agency to arrange everything for you. You will not only get a free consultation but also the tour, accommodation, flight, hospital and even post-surgery appointment will be arranged for you.

A 7-day tour would be ok for nose surgery in Iran, except that you ask for a longer stay in Iran which we would take care of it. We would welcome any inquiry you may have about traveling to Iran, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@idt.ir.

How to prepare for nose surgery?

By the time you are connected to your doctor, Your doctor will ask about your medical history and examines if you are eligible for the operation. Then, they will capture high-quality photos of your face and nose from different angles to make your portfolio complete.

Before the operation, you would have a set of tests and checkups and pre-operation physical examinations such as height, weight, and blood pressure. Blood tests and Electrocardiography are also the necessary medical tests you would have before the operation.

There are some tips to help you experience the best rhinoplasty procedure and would also lead to a better result:

Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol at least 2-3 weeks before the surgery.

Two weeks before the rhinoplasty, you should avoid taking certain medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, as well as vitamin E, in order to prevent excessive bleeding during the operation.

Watch your diet. You are recommended to have more healthy food about two to three weeks before the surgery, particularly, increasing protein intake would accelerate the healing procedure.

If you are suffering from seasonal allergies, consult with your doctor to postpone the operation to another date. Allergy symptoms can be troublesome and may affect the result of the surgery.

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 so necessary after the eventful year of 1398. Our wise ancestors used to celebrate the beginning of spring with 7 items, Known as Haft-seen: Sib (apple) as a sign of health, Sabzeh (sprout) granted for the symbol of rebirth, Sir (garlic) symbolizes medicine, Sekkeh (coin) for wealth, Serkeh(vinegar) symbolizes the patience and Samanoo (the special Persian pudding) recalling of affluence, including also #Stay_home_to_Save_lives this year. On account of the Coronavirus outbreak, Some of us have been home-quarantined for months and some of us have worked twice as hard. let’s see what big changes these microscopic particles made in Iran during Nowruz.

Facetimish visits, technology came to save traditions this time!

Giving big parties, and inviting every friend and relative is an inseparable ceremonial of Nowruz. Visiting, greeting and giving little gifts (called Eydi in local language) really matters to Iranians because this way we can make sure everyone is happy and feels good at the begging of the new year.  Iranians have been doing this as a tribal therapy to take mental care of each other, particularly those who may have had a hard time during the past year. But this year, an uninvited guest changes everything! Many people have done their parties online and used their 100 GB free internet credit that the minister of information and communications technology offered to them.

Hardworking treatment staff during Nowruz were appreciated.

Coronavirus has closed many offices and shops, so many people have been doing their jobs as he outsources or utterly stopped working, the treating staff on other hand have had long work hours, and worked while all risk factors were ready for them! More than 350 treat staff lost their lives from the begging of 2020 in Iran. Different groups of people, from a high school soccer team in the village to the richest businessmen, dedicated some financial gifts and also facilities for treat staff. Some hotels such as Morvarid hotel in Orumiyeh were at the disposal of all hospital personnel in the Nowruz holiday. The government has dedicated 200 billion tomans budget to compensate the services of medical staff, nurses and health personnel in the fight against Coronavirus. Some service providers announced that they will provide the hospital’s personal life facilities and welfare services free of charge. And the artists tried to appreciate the efforts of these people by making works of art.

The treating staff have had long work hours, and worked in a high-risk environment during Nowruz!

Wildlife is running…wild.

As a result of months of quarantine with strict laws, public places became impressively empty of humans and no wonder that wildlife got close to the urban area. In the last few weeks, many cases of wolves and fox seen in residential areas on the outskirts of the city have been reported to the environment protection agency. Some birds species were barely seen near mountains and springs far from the city years ago took advantage of this silence and came back to the streets. Although changes in nature in recent months and the animals accede to cities have not yet had a devastating effect, the question of what changes the ecosystem will bring without the active presence of humans is still in question.

Two little foxes in the arms of firefighters in Mashhad.

No Annual Spring Nowruz Bazaar, Yes social distancing!

The week before new years eve, Some local bazaars were set up In every corner of Iran. People could easily buy their spring decorating flowers such as Tulips, Hyacinth and lily, and some homemade cookies and nuts to get prepared for the big eve. Many people tried baking cookies for the first time this year. Obviously Many seasonal jobs were suspended due to the disease, and many financial losses were incurred.

The annual spring bazaar, 1397.

Vehicle traffic was declared illegal on Nature Day.

The 13th of Farvardin (second day of April), is named” Sizdah be Dar” or ” the national day of nature”. On this day staying home is FORBIDDEN based on Persian public believes! People go to nature, put their Gold-fish and sprout of Haft_seen in flowing water to be back to nature. Youth and single people secretly start “Knotting the greenery”. They weave of knot some green and strong plants. If it wasn’t opened until the end of the day, it means that they will get the love of their life during the year. Families play a lot of outdoor games while the Ash(the Persian noodle soup) is on fire. See? there is no way to hold it indoor you believe? But the paradoxical “Indoor Sizadah Bedar” happened this year. The government announced that any kind of vehicle traffic is going to be illegal on this day, People held it in the yard instead of plains and mountains in smaller groups. And youth knotted their own newly planted sprouts at home! Well, I hope their soulmate will be enough mature after being found!

Iranians Knotted their greenery at home this year.

Free courses were provided for free times!

By virtue of Schools closings, The National Television devoted a few hours a day to air interesting and engaging programs with school lessons content. Some of the high-rank educational sites, such as Faradars made their online courses free for everyone. The past years, 15 days of Nowruz was a long holiday and a chance to travel. This year we stayed home and improved our abilities. Although people were abandoned from their spring holiday travels, many other entertaining ways became open for them. Suchlike Opportunity for virtual visits to museums provided by the Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization of Iran, Online spring concerts, and theaters which have been reserved from weeks ago, and The experts of any field sharing their knowledge for free on Instagram lives.

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Traveling to Iran during Ramadan offers an opportunity to see a different side of Iranians’ lifestyle such as serving Iftar, religious gatherings in public places, and Iranian nightlife.

What is the philosophy behind Ramadan?

You might have heard that ” Ramadan is all about losing Sins not weight“! well, during this month Muslims are supposed to fast from dawn to dusk, by avoiding food, drink, false words, evil intentions, bad thoughts, and behavior. It is considered a discipline to practice morality, introspection, and self-transformation; it is also meant to evoke a feeling of deeper sympathy with the deprived people. Muslims believe by reading Quran, praying, and practicing fasting, God will forgive their past sins and by the end of this month, they are prepared to start a new life with a purified nature. Everyone except the children, the people with medical conditions, the pregnant women, and the travelers are supposed to follow this Islamic rule which would result in a new lifestyle during this month in Islamic countries including Iran. During this month each Islamic country offers its own traditions, foods, and lifestyle. But, how is Ramadan in Iran?

How do Iranians’ lifestyle change During Ramadan?

Practicing all the obligatory Islamic rituals during Ramadan would certainly affect people’s lives in various ways. Even if you are not fast, you are not allowed to eat and drink in public from sunrise to sunset. So, if you travel to Iran during Ramadan, you should be aware of this rule, otherwise, you will be caught by the police.

Instead, the nightlife during the Holy Month is quite fascinating. All coffee shops, restaurants, and even cinemas would start working in the evening. So, it is the right time when people start going out, and the whole city witnesses a lively atmosphere all through the night and does not sleep!

The exact opening hour of Café and restaurants depends on the season during Ramadan, however, it is sometime around sunset!

Working hours for other businesses and companies including public places such as banks, also change. It starts an hour later than the usual time, which is often 8:30 instead of 7:30 in the morning.

Ramadan Events

There are some holy events and rituals, aiming either to celebrate or commemorate special days of this month.

Beginning of the Month

Ramadan month begins and ends with the appearance of the new moon. By the beginning of the month, people prepare themselves to stay awake at night for praying and eating a small portion of food just before dawn.

Qadr Nights

It is believed among the Muslims that God revealed the Quran to Prophete Mohammad to guide his followers. Ramadan Month is meant to commemorate the first revelation which was sent down on Laylat al-Qadr. So, the night is of particular spiritual significance to the Muslims.

Muslims try to stay awake overnight for praying and there are special rituals in all mosques around Iran.

It is also believed that the whole faith of people for the next year is determined on this night. So, people especially pray for their families and themselves to be healthy and happy in the coming year.

Qadr nights in Ramadan are of particular spiritual significance to Muslims.

Eid-al Fitr

By the end of Holy Ramadan, Muslims celebrate their spiritual rebirth and thank God for a whole month of precious praying. Although Eid al Fitr is only one special day, it involves different duration in various Islamic countries. Officially, Eid-al Fitr involves a two-day holiday in Iran, and people celebrate with a special praying in the morning of Eid and continue with having an elaborate breakfast with their family and also paying some visits to their friends and relatives.

Traditional Iranian Meals of Ramadan: We eat less but a more diverse diet!

Having the sunset prayer, Muslims break their fast with a meal called Iftar. It often begins with dates and milk, and some other traditional Iranian foods during Ramadan. Although traveling to Iran during Ramadan imposes some restrictions on eating and drinking during day hours, it would be a good opportunity to test varieties of delicious Iranian foods particularly prepared for Iftar. And the great point about Iranian food is its portion size which happens to amaze many tourists!

This is a typical Iranian Iftar during Ramadan.

Iranian traditions During Ramadan

There used to be some traditions practiced by Iranians during Ramadan which have disappeared now due to the spread of technology and media; the most interesting one is making a sound with drums in the predawn hours to wake the neighbors up for Sahari, the meal Muslims have before the dawn to start their fast.

Another lovely tradition is inviting friends and relatives for Iftar during this month which is still practiced by many Iranians. They usually enjoy having Iftar together in the evening.

Tips for traveling to Iran during Ramadan

You may not be capable of traveling to Iran this year, but here are further tips for tourists having a call for traveling to Iran during Ramadan:

The tourists are not expected to fast or follow Islamic practices, but they are expected to respect the Iranian Muslims’ rituals by refraining from eating, drinking, and smoking in public during the day. However, some restaurants and fast-food outlets, especially restaurants and cafes in hotels, highways, airports, railways, and bus stations are open; so, they can have meals there. Some fast-food chains offer takeaway food as well. So, do not be afraid of traveling to Iran during Ramadan!

Moreover, many tourist sites are open during the day except for special events such as the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali on the 21st of Ramadan. There is no need to worry about changing your travel itinerary during Ramadan.

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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 and incredibly affordable. But they can also be a little confusing, Here’s what you need to know before your trip to Iran.

Snapp Taxi

Snapp, as the first transportation network company working since 2014, is an affordable taxi-hailing app that connects drivers with riders. They have different types of rides, customized according to client preferences, including the regular taxi, women-only services, bike delivery, food ordering, and delivery services, pickup truck. Today, this system is the largest online transportation service in the country with services in more than 140 cities, from all 31 provinces of Iran, available 24/7.

Iran taxi apps – Snapp taxi logo

How does it work?

Don’t worry about working with it, not only the Snapp application is totally user-friendly but it also supports English and French languages.  All you need to do is to install the application from the Snapp website and enter a valid telephone number of Iranian Simcard operators. Then you mark your departure and destination location on the map. Clicking on Snapp eco will send your request to most affordable drivers, while the Snapp plus button searches the more classy and modern cars for you. You can pay for your ride by cash or by credit card information, online.

Tap30 Taxi

Tap30 application (pronounced Tapsi) is a one-of-a-kind service provider. Tapsi is a smart taxi request system that connects you to ambassadors (drivers) via mobile app, web version and corporate panel. You can also request a car by calling 1630. At any time of the day, it is possible to experience a quality, safe and affordable trip, even on routes within the traffic plan, with Tapsi. This online taxi has three separate services, which are classic service (request for all cars), taxi request service (yellow or green) and Tapsi Line service (travel subscription). You can choose your desired service before requesting a trip. At the end of the trip, by giving points to the driver, express your satisfaction with the trip and help the Tapsi team to improve service delivery.

Iran taxi apps – Tap30 taxi logo

Some Tap30 features

Security Package: With Tapsi Security Package, you can share your driver’s information and travel route with those around you during the trip, use the emergency call button with the security unit if needed, and be sure that if the driver follows the route provided for Your trip will take a significant distance, the Tapsi security team will be notified and will take the necessary action. Smart features: With these features, the Tapsi app offers special suggestions such as useful gifts for your requests, depending on your previous travels. Customer Club titled “Tapsi Ship” to offers a variety of prizes and discounts from various businesses for Tapsi users.

Accessibility

Tapsi is fully accessible to blind people and also provides arrangements for deaf people and people with disabilities.
The following steps help you to book a taxi in a few minutes:
1. Determine your departure point and destination on the map.
2. Request a trip.
3. Get acquainted with the information of the ambassador (driver) and contact him if you wish.
4. Specify your payment type. (Cash or credit)
5. Experience a comfortable trip with Tapsi.
6. At the end of the trip to the ambassador, give points from 0 to 10. The score of less than 8 indicates your dissatisfaction with your ambassador.
During the trip, you can use the stop-to-route or second destination options.

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