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Things to do in Iran
Iran is a great travel destination, filled with beautiful sights and places to visit the travelers like the place so much that they promise to leave Iran with an urge to return because they had enjoyed themselves too much in the country and there are many things to do in Iran.
The list below covers the things to do in Iran in these particular few destinations.
1. Walk along the Nature Bridge as the sun sets
The Nature Bridge (also commonly known as Tabiat Bridge) is one of the tourist’s favorite spots in Tehran. This bridge is best visited in the evening time, so that you can enjoy the view of mountains on the north side while there is daylight and the city lights after the sun sets.
2. Golestan Palace
The Golestan Palace is a must-visit attraction in Tehran. This complex comprises of a serene garden which is surrounded by grand buildings, some of them are free to visit, but most of them require additional entrance tickets. Since the entrance to Golestan Palace itself costs already 150,000 rials, it is best to choose which buildings you would like to enter. Important ones are the Talar-e Aineh (Hall of Mirrors) and Emarat-e Badger (Building of the Windcatchers).
3. Take the metro
Join the local people more and take the subway is one of the things to do in Iran. It may be packed during rush hour. It’s exciting to see vendors move through the crowd, selling anything and everything. Getting around by metro is very cheap and one can either get the single-use ticket or buy a card.
4. Sour fruits and shisha in Darband
The little village in the north of Tehran is a gateway to Mount Tochal. Darband is not just for the hikers. There is a broad selection of restaurants as you walk uphill into Darband.
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5. Dinner in Moslem Restaurant
You might be visiting Tehran Grand Bazaar so while you are there, visit the famous Moslem Restaurant for a nice meal. This busy restaurant experiences long queues each day.
6. Color change in Pink Mosque
One should come early in the morning; stay for a few hours to see the colors move as the sun rays hit the stained glass windows. This is a great light show and one of the few things to do in Iran.
7. Walk around Vakil Bazaar
Vakil Bazaar, which is located in the historical center of Shiraz, is the best place to wander and get lost in.
8. Try Faloodah
Faloodah is Iranians ‘ice cream,’ but it is frozen vermicelli noodles with sugar syrup and rose water. Since it comes from Shiraz, this is the best city to try some faloodah. It is a very famous dessert in Iran.
9. Try to Stay in a Traditional Hotel
Check for the conventional hotels when you plan to pick your accommodation in Iran. This is the best way to glimpse into the architecture of the country and one of the great things to do in Iran.
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