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To Discover Persian Art
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Iranian art combines the arts from new Iran and ancient Persia. These include many artistic spades such as poetry, architecture, mosaic work, Persian miniature, weaving, pottery, and calligraphy.
Indeed, Iran represents a variety of artistic techniques. The architectural masterpieces illustrate the finesse of Iranian painting and the spiritual soul of colors. Do not forget the ceramic tiles, which are considered a unique feature of blue mosques. We draw your attention to Islamic calligraphy, which is manifested in all its glory on the facades of monuments.
When it comes to the art of weaving, the first thing that comes to mind is the touching similarities between the patterns of textures and carpets and those of tiles. The Persian Garden is also often found in the patterns of Iranian carpets! To understand the philosophy of any of the Persian arts, one has to know many others.
This trip gives you the opportunity to become acquainted with modern and traditional Iranian art in architecture, carpet weaving, culinary art, miniature, poetry, mosaic, etc. to make more familiar.
The traditional bazaars with their original handicrafts should of course not be missing on your trip, here you can also discover the Aba (traditional coats) weaving and the fine design of ceramics, the art of dressing is still top of the list. As you tour historical monuments, you will not only admire the mixture of artistic techniques, but also appreciate Iranian architectural plans that are well adapted to the country's dry climate.
While you keep trying Iranian delicacies along the way, you will be introduced to the world of culinary traditions and delicious dishes. The harmony of the smells, the magic of the aromas will immerse you in another world.
A trip to Iran is a unique experience where you immerse yourself in the colorful world of Persian esprits and beautiful pictures.
Arrival in Tehran
You will be met on arrival at IKA Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Tehran-Kashan : 244 km
Depart Tehran for Kashan where you enjoy the great Iranian architecture, designed based on the weather of this wonderful city. Next, visit Fin Garden, listed in World Heritage Site as an example of Persian garden. Then you proceed your sightseeing to Tabatabaei Historical House and Agha Bozorg Mosque in Kashan.
Yazd
In Yazd, you immerse yourself in the history, so you will start your sightseeing by visiting Towers of Silence, used for Zoroastrian funeral ceremonies in ancient Persia. Then proceed to Zoroastrian Fire Temple in which the holy fire has been preserved for more than 1100 years and gives you the chance to get familiar with Zoroaster religion. Then proceed to Jameh Mosque of Yazd, a masterpiece of Persian architecture. Afterward, stroll in the Historical District, listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and enjoy traditional sweats in the oldest confectionary of the city.
Shiraz
In Shiraz, you explore Nasir-ol-molk Mosque; also known as the Pink Mosque. Afterward, you visit Narenjestan e Ghavam Garden in which you enjoy the beautiful orange gardens. Next, you proceed your sightseeing to Hafiz Tomb where you get familiar with a great poet who was also admired by Goethe and one of the famous poem of poets is recited. Finally, you end the day by visiting Ali Ibn Hamzeh Holy Shrine and Vakil Bazaar.
Isfahan
In Isfahan, you get mesmerized by a whole parade of wondrous sights. First, you visit Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, one of the five oldest Friday Mosques still standing in the world and built in the four-iwan architectural style. Continue your sightseeing to Si-o-se Pol and Khaju Bridges, which have spanned the Zayandehrud River, and the Vank Cathedral, also known as church of the saintly sisters. Afterward, you will visit Grand Bazaar of Isfahan where you enjoy the miniature galleries, and Teahouse.
Isfahan-Abyaneh-Tehran : 500 km
Depart Isfahan for Tehran. On the way, visit Jameh Mosque of Natanz and Ceramic Workshop. Then go for a stroll in the Historical Village of Abyaneh, also known as the Red Village because of its red soil and houses.
Tehran
Start your trip by exploring Tehran including National Museum of Iran, an institution of two archeological and Islamic complex, and Golestan Palace, listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a brilliant example of an important period in the history of Persia where the society starts a new era of modernism. Afterward, visit Iranian Artists‘ House in which you can meet Iranian artists and enjoy art galleries; finally, visit National Jewelry Museum of Iran where the most dazzling collection of gemstones and jewelry is held.
Alternative to National Jewelry Museum of Iran: Carpet Museum of Iran
Kashan-Yazd : 390 km
Depart Kashan for Yazd, also known as the capital of Zoroastrianism. On the way, visit Jameh Mosque of Nain and Aba Weaving Workshop, the art in which the clothes of mullahs are woven out of camel wool and dates back to about 600 years ago.
Yazd-Pasargadae-Shiraz : 442 km
Depart Yazd for Shiraz, known as the city of poetry and love. On the way, visit the Cypress of Abarkuh, the most ancient alive creature in Asia, and Pasargadae in which you will find the tomb of Cyrus the Great as the founder of the Achaemenid dynasty.
Shiraz-Persepolis-Isfahan : 489 km
Depart Shiraz for Isfahan, the capital of Persian Emperor in Safavid Dynasty. On the way, visit Persepolis, the ancient capital of Persia with its wonderfully well-preserved remains. Then proceed to Naqsh-e Rustam, which contains four graves of the first Achaemenid Emperors, Darius the Great, Xerxes, Artaxerxes I and Darius II, carved into the cliff.
Isfahan
Continue sightseeing in Isfahan including Chehel Sotoun Palace (Forty Columns), a brilliant example for the Persian Garden. Next, visit Naqsh-e Jahan Square the second largest square in the world, Imam Mosque where has housed the most ancient ceramics, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, also known as the mosque of women, and Ali Qapu Palace whose terrace overlooks the square. At the end, you will take some leisure time in the afternoon.
Departure from Tehran
You will be transferred to IKA Airport for your flight home.