I am an Iranian! This is the first thing you hear from Afro Iranians in a conversation about their roots. Although they look different, Afro Iranians are a significant yet forgotten marginalized group in Iran. The Iranian history or literature…
There are some periods of time in Iran’s history that feel like drinking cold water after having a hot sauce, comforting yet temporary. If you look at the history of Persia, you see glory and beauty combined with the hardship,…
Now that the COVID restrictions are being lifted and the world is getting back to normal, “the new normal,” Iran is once again ready to welcome travelers. Iran is one of those countries that can be listed top in every…
If you think about the fact that each Iranian once made a decision based on Hafez’s poems, you see how significant poetry is for the people of Iran. For the majority of Iranians, poetry is something to refer to when…
The traditional form of a glamorous Persian wedding is a childhood dream. The music that was played in the air was the messenger of happiness. People used to throw a party for seven days and nights. The whole family and…
Some people call it art; others know it as a criminal or rebellious activity that makes cities look ugly. Putting any assumptions aside, graffiti in Iran is a controversial topic. If you walk in crowded streets in Tehran or other…
Imagine that you are reading a story about someone who has been killed on a cold rainy night. What do you think about the killer? There is a higher chance that you think of a strong man committing the murder.…
Elena was a European girl who traveled to Iran for the first time and fell in love with an Iranian man. After a while, they decided to get married, which was the moment they faced the real challenge. How can…
If you want to name some of the most popular cat breeds in the world, the Persian cat shines among the bests. There is something special about cats, especially Persian cats that makes you want to sit on a comfy…
Sports are not just about adrenaline, competition, and excitement in Iran. Iranians love sports because it is a way to forget all worries and find pride and happiness by seeing Persian athletes succeed. No matter if it is a random…