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Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran
Christianity in Iran dates back to its early times. In the third century although the Persians had gained success in their constant struggles against the Romans, an internal rebellion...more
Gonbad-e Qabus
This tomb tower was built by Shams Ol Ma’ali Qabus Ibn- e Voshmgir of the Ziarid dynasty. Despite his obligation to implement violent measures for the protection of his...more
The Persian Qanat
The existence of the ancient and still functioning interconnected chains of aqueducts, called qanats, in the heart of Iran’s desert areas is a testament to the innovation and resourcefulness...more
The Complex of Sheikh Safi – Al- Din Ardebili
This spectacular complex, located in the city of Ardabil in Ardabil Province, houses the sanctuary of the prominent Iranian Sufi Master, Sheikh Safi al-din Ardabili. The 16th-century complex was...more
Bam and Its Cultural Landscape
Bam and its Cultural Landscape property is located in Kerman province on the southern edge of the Iranian high plateau at an altitude of 1100 meters. Arg-e Bam (Bam...more
Golestan Palace
The marvelous Golestan Palace is in the historic center of Tehran and includes one of the oldest groups of buildings in Tehran. This complex was originally built in 16th...more
Hyrcanian Forests
Hyrcanian forests form a distinct forested compact group of mountains that extend 850 km along the southern coast of the Caspian Sea, from south-eastern Azerbaijan eastwards to the Golestan...more
Lut Desert
The serene and enrapturing Lut Desert is a vast salt desert spread over 3 provinces of Kerman, South Khorasan, and Sistan and Baluchestan. Iran is located on plateau surrounded...more
Masjed-e Jame of Isfahan
The grandest mosques in Islamic cities were usually named Friday (congregational) mosques and they were under the aegis of the Moslem rulers. Located northeast of the historic Meidan-e Emam...more
Cultural Landscape of Maymand
Maymand village is situated 36 kilometers northeast of Shahr-e Babak in Kerman province. A valley located at an elevation of 2240 meters at the southern end of Iran’s central...more
Meidan Emam
Meidan Emam is located in the heart of Isfahan, a city situated at the nexus of routes crossing central Iran. This is one of the largest urban squares in...more
Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex
In Islamic cities, the bazaar was more than just an economic place for purchase, sale, and exchange of goods; bazaars have always been a place for cultural and social...more
The Persian Garden
The Persian Garden comprises nine gardens selected from different locations, climates, and eras in Iran, the majority of which have been cultivated with all the creativity associated and required...more
Tchogha Zanbil
Chogha Zanbil is located 40 kilometers southwest of Susa in Khuzestan province on an expansive arid plateau. This fascinating complex which includes the remains of the sacred city the...more
Takht-e Soleyman
The enigmatic archaeological ensemble called Takht-e Soleyman (‘Throne of Solomon’) is located 45 kilometers northeast of Takab in West Azarbaijan province and includes significant remains from Sassanian and IlKhanid...more
