Chaharshanbeh Souri (The ceremony of lights and fire)

Chaharshanbeh Souri (The ceremony of lights and fire)

On the last Wednesday of the year, the sun is going down and taking its golden rains behind the mountains. If you listen carefully, you can hear the sound of laughing and the voice of mirth when Iranian people are getting ready for Chaharshanbeh Souri.  When the sky is pure black, and people are jumping…

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

The unique shape of moss-covered structures made of clay and the sound of water flowing inside the old tunnels detaches you from the spacetime to find yourself inside an ancient labyrinth. Visiting the Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System, you keep asking yourself how human beings, living thousands of years before the industrial revolution, were able to…

Persian Flowers

Persian Flowers

Imagine entering a magical garden, when the first thing that catches your attention is the harmony of colors and the amazing fragrances of different flowers that can make you feel better. The blessed land of Iran is the utter resemblance of a majestic Persian Garden adorned with vibrant Persian flowers. The varied climate of this…

Persian Miniature

Persian Miniature

The brush dances on the blank page, the colors permeate through the page’s texture and combine with the artist’s verve to create a masterpiece called Persian Miniature. Getting inspired by nature, using vivid natural colors, and practicing Persian art allows Persian philosophy, aesthetics, and culture to find their places in Persian Miniature and display the…

Persian Gardens

Persian Gardens

Sun rays dance on the trees like chains of sparkles when the butterflies enter the Persian Garden’s gate early in the morning to play with newborn blossoms. The pleasant cool breeze brings the aroma of flowers to you, and the water drops of the fountains pat your face. The crystal water flows inside the stream…