Introduction Being able to get a taxi with a reasonable price is an important part of the trip in any country. Uber is an international ride-hailing app, but it’s not working in Iran. Iran has developed its own ride-hailing apps called Snapp & Tapsi. Snapp and Tapsi offer convenient transportation for tourists, but there are…
Introduction If you are planning to visit Iran, knowing Persian numbers and some essential Farsi phrases can be useful. You can often see Persian digits on street signs, prices, bus numbers, receipts, calendars, and government documents. Learning these numbers is actually pretty simple. NumberPersian DigitPronunciation 0۰sefr 1۱yek 2۲do 3۳se 4۴chahâr 5۵panj 6۶shesh 7۷haft 8۸hasht 9۹noh…
Introduction Respecting the cultural beliefs of a country you want to travel to is an important part of traveling. The dress code is one of the most important requirements travelers should follow. Before packing, it’s good to know Iran has legal requirements regarding the dress code for locals and visitors alike. Women’s dress code in…
Introduction The Persian Gulf is located in southern Iran and, through the Strait of Hormuz, is connected to the Gulf of Oman and the rest of the world. For thousands of years, maritime trade across the Persian Gulf has connected the Iranian Plateau and Mesopotamia with Arabia, India, and the wider Indian Ocean. In modern…
Introduction Having access to the internet is an important part of daily life nowadays. Using maps, messaging apps, ride-hailing services, and other online tools without relying on hotel Wi-Fi is easy as a pie with an Iranian SIM card. Staying connected is simple and affordable in Iran. Should You Buy a SIM Card in Iran?…
Introduction For many years, Iran’s currency has been a topic for discussion, as it can easily confuse travelers. Officially, Rial is Iran’s currency, but in everyday life, almost everyone uses Toman. The entire difference is actually quite easy to understand: 1 Toman = 10 Rials If something costs: 100,000 Rials → Iranians usually say 10,000…
Introduction One of the unique social customs in Iran is Taarof. Understanding Taarof can help you through everyday interactions, especially when someone offers you a gift, service, or food. What is Taarof? Taarof is a traditional form of politeness. Instead of stating their intentions directly, people may use polite expressions or make offers that are…
Introduction The Achaemenid Empire (c. 550–330 BC) was the first Persian empire. It is one of the greatest empires in world history. Founded by Cyrus the Great, it united the ancient Near East under a single administration and ruled for more than two centuries until its conquest by Alexander the Great in 330 BC. At…
Introduction The Zand dynasty (1751–1794), a relatively short but influential Iranian dynasty founded by Karim Khan Zand. After decades of warfare during the Afsharid dynasty (1736–1796), the Zand dynasty brought stability to Iran. The Zand dynasty was a period of peace, cultural revival, and prosperity centered in Shiraz. History The Zands belonged to the Zand…
introduction A language barrier is a problem that anyone can experience when they are traveling to a new country. This problem gets worse when you are traveling solo and without a tour guide to help you out. Knowing this, it’s important to know some of the essential Farsi phrases you need to travel to Iran.…