I have never had people express so many opinions about my travels as when I decided to backpack Iran solo for two weeks. Everyone seemed to have something to say about it, with responses ranging from “That is amazing, I would totally join you if I didn’t have a U.S. passport,” to “You’re going there alone? What sort of death wish do you have?” and the blunt words of my extremely well-traveled great uncle, “Iran is not a nice place, go to Greece instead.”
A friend of a friend even wrote a Facebook note (people still write those?) about my plans, saying that I was either incredibly brave, or incredibly naive and ignorant. In the end he applauded my willingness to put myself in harm’s way in order to experience a place with real sexism, which he took to be some sort of feminist statement about being a woman in America.
What?! Sorry to disappoint, but really I just wanted to see Persia.
I mean, Iran is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, hosts nineteen UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and boasts beautiful landscapes stretching from dense rain forests to snowcapped mountains to desert basins. Plus, so many backpackers whom I met in Central Asia absolutely raved about their time backpacking through Iran. The hospitable people, delicious food and historic sites – how could I not add backpacking Iran to my travel itinerary?
So, was backpacking Iran solo a good decision?
I’ve now been in Iran for a week and a half and, like most places, it’s not exactly what I had imagined. I’m writing this from my new friend Mina’s apartment, where we’re huddled together with hot mugs of tea listening to loud explosions coming from the street. Every few minutes a particularly large explosion will light up the apartment and we’ll look at each other with a mixture of fear and awe.
You guys, it’s the Persian New Year!
As part of the “Nowruz” New Year’s celebrations, which are Iran’s biggest of the year and include Zoroastrian rituals and traditions dating back 3,000 years, on the last Tuesday of the year, families gather together in celebration, building bonfires to run around and jump over, lighting off firecrackers, and sending fire lanterns into the sky, all with random outbursts of song and dance.
Backpacking Iran: Celebrating Nowruz in Tehran!
Earlier in the evening while we were all on the apartment building’s rooftop, Mina’s brother joked that this is probably every American’s nightmare of Iran.
“If your friends could see you now, in the middle of Tehran surrounded by fires and explosions, what would they think? Or maybe… this is what they think Iran is always like?”
backpacking Iran – scary stuff! (or not)
He was joking of course, but there was a sad element of truth to his words.
One of the first questions people here ask me is always, “What did you think of Iran before you came here?”
See also: A Road Trip Through Iranian Kurdistan
My first Couchsurfing hosts in Tehran, a young Ph.D. student and her roommate, said they were so excited to be hosting an American girl, and that they hope more tourists will start to come to Iran. They were incredibly warm and welcoming hosts, cooking delicious Persian food and asking me countless questions about Norway and the U.S. and foreigners’ impressions of Iran. And unlike everyone at home, they seemed to think it was totally acceptable for a solo female traveler to backpack Iran. Just saying.
Mina, a girl from Tehran who invited me out to lunch through Couchsurfing was similarly curious about foreigners coming to Iran. She explained that while Iranians don’t necessarily like their government, they do love their country and are eager to share it with guests.
I really wish that I could have told them all that of course Americans are interested in visiting Iran and that they realize that there’s a huge difference between the people of Iran and their government, but I would probably have been lying. Most people whom I talked with about my trip offered me strong words of caution, with some even trying to convince me not to go, especially alone (and especially as a solo female traveler, ugh).
The thing is, I haven’t felt alone once since I landed in Iran.
The receptionist at my first hotel took me in as her daughter, accompanying me to breakfast and lunch and suggesting sites for me to visit, my Couchsurfing hosts were like cool older sisters, chatting with me about religion and politics as well as the plot twists of Lost and J-Lo’s divorce (I’m so out of touch), and Mina truly has adopted me as her sister, with an invitation to lunch turning into a trip to visit Esfahan and then several days with her family in Tehran.
Backpacking Iran: Esfahan
Perhaps solo female travel in Iran could be dangerous, but for me it hasn’t been an issue. I mean, even the tap water here is safe!
There have been times, as in any city, when I’ve been walking alone and noticed a man walking uncomfortably close to me. Whether the threat was in my imagination or not, all it ever took was for me to move close to another woman and the guy would quickly disappear. Scary stuff, Iran.
So far my experience backpacking in Iran has only been one of warmth and hospitality, and really, really amazing food! I’m tempted to think all this hype over solo female travel in Iran has been blown way out of proportion. Though, in a few hours Mina and I are backpacking to Marivan, a small Kurdish city on the border to Iraq. So you know, maybe I’ll have some more eventful things to share from there! (Kidding, family, Kurdistan is of course totally safe.)
I am a dual American and Norwegian citizen, and I traveled to Iran on my Norwegian passport. You can read about my experience getting a visa to Iran here. You can read top ten tips for backpacking Iran here.Some nationalities (including the US and UK at the time of writing) can only visit as part of a tour. And of course I know some people prefer to travel on organized tours anyway. My top tour recommendation for Iran would be the Discover Persia 14-day G Adventures tour, which I’ve heard nothing but good things about (the itinerary looks amazing!). Check here for the latest Discover Persia tour prices and itinerary.
What to pack as a female traveler in Iran
You do have to dress conservatively as a woman in Iran, but you can still wear colorful, pretty clothes! Just make sure that your tops and/or jackets that you wear outside hit around your mid-thigh and aren’t low cut. And a normal scarf will work fine for covering your head – use a lightweight one in the summer and heavier scarf in the winter (and if, like me, you struggle with keeping it on your head, use bobby pins!).
Here are some of my favorite appropriate things to wear in Iran:
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Nathan Anderson says
Great post! Sounds like you’ve met some amazing people while you’re there. Looking forward to reading the rest of your posts!
Silvia says
Thanks, Nathan! People here really have been unbelievable kind and welcoming to me.
Antonio says
Hi Silvia, I am an American from Los Angeles living in Yerevan, Armenia for the last 12 years. I admire your Indiana Jones type adventurousness. Come to Armenia and bring Rana with you. Or just send Mina here to me.
There are lots of Iranians here in Armenia now – about 200,000 come every March 21 and stay for about 10 days, and some never leave.
Tell Mina I said – Mina-ye-aziz, dokhtar-e-kheili-ghashang, be keshvar-e-Armeni va sharh-e-Yerevan mosaferat bokoni o be-man bia. 🙂 🙂 🙂
Antonio
Antonio says
By the way, in Armenia I am known by the name Antranik, which you will find in my videos on youtube.
Silvia says
Haha Mina says that your comment is very sweet! I wish she could travel with me to Armenia. Maybe someday!!
majid eslami says
Mr. Anthony! It is better that you come to Iran.
Ms. Mina and Ms. Silvia do not come to Armenia ….
You’ve worked with tens of thousands of people in Armenia !!!!(: D (: D (: D
Iran says
ohhhh u speaking persian very well I’m proud of my country I promise u u will really enjoy to traveling Iran .my husband is from south Africa he is looking forward to see historical sits of Iran special Shiraz and Isfehan.
we love guest and our hospitality is popular.
then welcome to Iran ☺
sogol says
ohhhh u speaking persian very well I’m proud of my country I promise u u will really enjoy to traveling Iran .my husband is from south Africa he is looking forward to see historical sits of Iran special Shiraz and Isfehan.
we love guest and our hospitality is popular.
then welcome to Iran ☺
Toiranvel says
http://www.toiranvel.com
Nasim says
Silvia, let’s go together next time. my family live there and I can give you tour the best places with no problem such as language or etc. I love Iran so much too and so do my kids.
ahmad from iran says
thank you for this report.
Vahid Bakhshi says
I’m From West of Iran – more than 2500 years History , Official Invite you
my email : vmware1988@gmail.com
Silvia says
Thanks, that’s so kind of you!
Lynx says
refreshing and good to see that you met tons of great people. I agree we are all individuals and not necessarily our government. However we do have the privilege of travelling. FYI I’ve liked every Persian I’ve ever met! Thx for your amazing post and humour! May you explore many more places with terrible reputations that are AMAZING!!!
Silvia says
Haha THANKS!
Rachel says
Great post, I am so glad you’ve had such positive experiences! I am heading to Tehran on Thursday, and I’m so looking forward to it. I’m going for similar reasons to you – I imagine the country to be a beautiful place, the mosques to be breathtaking and the people to be warm…but there’s also a part of me who wants to prove those narrow-minded people who thin Iran’s dangerous wrong.
I was also interested to note you’re wearing skinny jeans…I have been worrying about finding loose enough trousers and long skirts, but glad to see it’s not all that conservative!
Silvia says
You’re going to love it, I promise! Trousers can be as tight as you want as long as you’re always wearing a top that hits mid-thigh (covering your butt). (Just responded to your email – let me know if you need anything else!)
Jessica Hau says
hi Silvia, thank you for your sharing above, it’s so lovely, because i will travel to iran for business purpose and in solo…
can i have few question below:
1. was it convenient for a single lady to get a public transport at Tehran? is it safe?
2. so i can wear tight jeans as long as my shirt is hit the mid thigh? and the shirt not necessary to cover my neck?
3. how do i book a hotel? i cant find any recommendation on booking.com nor aggoda.com
4. is it they only accept USD or Euro at any transaction? and only cash, no credit card at all? even in hotel?
thank you in advance for your respond…
Silvia says
1. public transport was easy and felt safe, especially because i often sat in a special compartment with only women!
2. yes you can wear tight jeans, and you don’t have to cover your neck!
3. i think you can book on hotelyar.com, or find a hotel there and call them.
4. i only used cash in iran, also at my hotel. i brought euros and exchanged them in tehran.
Pooya says
Nice to hear these kind words. I’m from Iran. I strongly look forward to seeing more tourists in Iran. Other countries are not able to advertise our country correctly. You can wear everything you’d like. Unfortunately you have to cover some parts of your body. I know that it’s ridiculous!
Silvia says
I loved being a tourist in Iran, and I hope more people will be going there soon!
Fardina Amin says
Hi I’m Fardina From IRAN,
I’m so very happy that people are keen to see iran 🙂
I’ll be happy to help you as you arrive to iran, Ilive in Tehran my email is fardinamin@gmail.com.
contact me if you or anyone needs to gather some info about trip to IRAN.
AND REALLY THANK YOU SILVIA ABOUT YOUR GREAT POST ABOUT IRAN.
Milton Kraft says
Loved your pictures and your blog – thanks for sharing. I lived in Tehran many years ago with my family and think often of my experiences there and still have a wish to return (visit only).
Silvia says
Thanks! I hope that you get a chance to return for a visit sometime soon – Tehran really is such a special city.
BEHNAM says
Salute from a Persian to Milton Kraft, with a tiny little advice:
Although everything is pictured so nice and pretty by kind and lovely Silvia and some other Iranian fellas, but your better off holding a non American passport and be concerned about your safety if you are or have been in an even minor political or… position.
Behnam Bahrami
neda says
You are always welcomed to Iran. We, Iranians love to welcome you guys from States 🙂
majid eslami says
Thank you dear Nathan Anderson. Iranian land, my beautiful land. There is security here. Here people around the world could do without the inconvenience and trouble to travel to different places of beauty. Isfahan, Shiraz, Hamadan, Khorasan, Tehran, Golestan. . . Really beautiful. We’re happy that we are open to people worldwide.
Have a sweet moment ….. Majid.
hassan says
welcome to iran . i am cry when read this. we love every human in the world
Hvalen Hvalborg says
Yeah sure: http://www.vocativ.com/culture/lgbt/iran-gay-laws/2/
Mehdi says
Iran or Persia is a country of four seasons. In the winter, if you like to take a summer ride, it’s just enough to go to the warm waters of the Persian Gulf with a maximum flight of 2 hours from anywhere in Iran, or fly to a cool paradise in the northwest with a maximum flight of 2 hours a day in the summer . Such climate variation is unique in the world.
Iran’s culture is as beautiful and varied as its climate. This is because of the business relations which Iran has had from the ancient history to these days. Iran always has been used as a bridge between East and the West world. The ancient monuments and Silk Road is the strong evidence to that. The variety of wearing, the variety of Accents and dialects are the result of these business relations.
Yosemite says
Happy Nowruz!!!! I am so jealous.
Silvia says
Find a fake passport and join meeee!!!
Nicholas Andriani says
You’re my hero. Simple as that.
I find great inspiration through the travels of others but you have just raised the bar. I’m stoked to continue reading of your experiences in Iran while formulating my own plan to enter the country.
-Cheers
Silvia says
Ha wow, that must be the nicest comment I’ve gotten on this blog. I’ll be excited to read about your own adventure in Iran as well, Nicholas!
leila says
I would be truly happy to help you, if you like i can help you out to visit my country, try our best food and visit our breathtaking places… u can contact me if one day u see an opportunity to come.
jennifer says
I work with a woman who lived in Brooklyn and “could” not go see her mother in a hospice in the Bronx alone because it was “too far to go alone”
You are the exact opposite of that and I love that you went to Iran alone. I hope more people read your travels and are inspired to drop their fears.
Also, I just Googled Marivan – wow. I cannot wait to read about your travels there. It looks so beautiful.
Silvia says
Ha thanks, Jennifer, I would definitely love to lower some fears surrounding traveling, as so often they’re completely misplaced. I’m in Marivan now and can hardly believe it – so magical!
jennifer says
When I was younger, I was scared of the world. I now feel a responsibility to make sure no one waits as long as I did to conquer their fears!
Silvia says
What an wonderful goal to have!
Stefania @The Italian Backpacker says
So good to read this! I am going to Morocco alone in May, and I am both excited and worried. I hope to have stories like yours to tell when I get back! 🙂
Silvia says
Ahh I would love to go to Morocco! Excited to hear how your trip goes – I’m sure it will be so amazing!
majid eslami says
have a good Trip in my Beauty country Iran…
Go to isfahan
Go to shiraz
go to Tehran
and enjoy from the beautifully of my country
Karisa says
YES!!!!!!!!! I LOVE this so much!! I loved reading about your experience in a place most Americans would be terrified of visiting. I’m also an American and I’ve been dreaming of traveling to Iran for years. I’m pretty sure this is the summer I’ll finally go. I’ve been thinking about taking an organized tour but you’ve made couchsurfing sound like a great option!
Silvia says
Ahh thanks, Karisa!! Couchsurfing really has been super, though it might be harder for an American to swing because of the requirements for coming as part of a tour (I’m here on my Norwegian passport). Though I’ve heard you can get private guides that are pretty laid back, or less formal tours, so I’m sure you’ll work something out. And I’ll be super excited to read about your experiences when you do!
wahid says
hi
i am a persian
iran is very great
come to amazing world(iran)
Agness says
I can just imagine how scared your friends were before you headed to Iran. It is considered as a dangerous place for solo travelers, but I’m so glad you had such a great experience! I’m amazed by the hospitality there!
Silvia says
The hospitality really has been unbelievable, and from what I’ve heard from other travelers in the past, everyone seems to have similar experiences of being taken in by Iranian families. A traveler’s dream country!
Brad Rimmel says
You’re telling me. I cycled across Eurasia in 2012 and found everyone hospitable and warm, so no surprise I ended up marrying one. I since quit engineering and moved from Australia to Iran to start a project (sfiran.com) to help travellers. My American sister in law loved it too. Great story Silvia, always nice reading fresh stories about Iran.
Silvia says
Glad you had such a positive experience – and a life changing one too it seems!
Victoria says
Good on ya Silivia. I’m not sure that I would go to Iran myself but I’m certainly not going to discourage others who do. The world needs to see these places as real places and not just war zones. As for me, I’d rather go to Jordan or Israel LOL! Well done and stay safe with your new family. 🙂
Silvia says
Thanks, Victoria! Now that I’m here it seems crazy to me that people see Iran as such a dangerous place to travel to. But you’re absolutely right – we should visit places we want to, whatever their reputation may be!
Ali says
War Zone ?! I was born and raised in Iran and I’ve not seen a gun for ages. I hope Iran be safe and peaceful because nation’s nature is.
Catherine says
Think the problem is that the majority of people don’t know what life is like in places like Irane, and that a lot of them are afraid of the unknown. Great to hear that you’re enjoying your time though, every time I read a post like this I feel more and more tempted to explore the Middle East.
Silvia says
Yes! Definitely looking to feed those temptations with my posts on Iran, haha. It really is worth a visit!
J in Beijing says
I’m so glad you’re having a fantastic time and proved that Iran is perfectly fine to travel in. So many people have all these crazy preconceptions and insist places are dangerous, when they have never even been and probably barely even read anything about that place. I think some people may possibly get Iran and Iraq confused too… I’ve never been to Iran but I would have betted you would have an awesome time rather than it being scary. So glad to see that is right! Looking forward to reading more! 🙂
Silvia says
I actually started to wonder if some people were confusing Iran with Iraq after some of the things they set about Iran. So bizarre. Glad I would at least have had well wishes from you!
Dariece @GoatsOnTheRoad says
It’s so great to hear more honest, positive, real stories coming out of Iran. Having just spent 32 glorious days there (in November/December) I can agree with everything you said! The place is amazing and the people are beyond hospitable. I never ever once felt in harms way. Isn’t the architecture and sites surreal?!!
Cheers.
Silvia says
Thanks, Dariece, reading about your experiences in Iran was huge in pushing me to visit Iran in the first place! The sites really are unbelievable – by all rights Iran should be overrun by tourists. So while people’s misconceptions about the country are incredibly sad and frustrating to me, at least I didn’t have to be surrounded by throngs of tour buses like in Uzbekistan, ha.
Mehrnaz says
Happy you had a good time here. Hope have a chance to meet in your next trip. It seems you didn’t come to Shiraz and were most in Tehran & Isfahan. You lost somewhere amazing then. See u 🙂
Silvia says
Thanks! And yes, I only had time to visit Tehran, Isfahan, and Marivan. I really want to see Shiraz, so I will have to go back to Iran soon!
Ali Jixer says
Hey Silvia, You Can Count on every single of us to help you in your next trip. As Mehrnaz said, you lost a chance to travel to Shiraz. Try Tabriz Next time , You’re not gonna regret it. And Count on us If you needed help.
Sincerely , Ali Jixer
Silvia says
Thanks, Ali Jixer, I hope I can see more of Iran one day!
cherishka says
You have set an great example for all the brave ladies out there who got bashed about when they told others about their plans to obviously ‘dangerous’ places. I thank you for that, and I will definitely show those people who told me ‘Iran, are you crazy?’ your wonderful experience.
Silvia says
So glad to have you on my side, Cherishka!
Chris says
I am green with envy as I am very familiar with the beauty and diversity of the country and so happy to read your post, I am toying with the idea of travelling to Iran (with a U S passport) after I retire in the fall. My biggest concern is it will have changed so much since I lived there as a young teacher. I am afraid, like so many places,- you can’t go back and I will end up disappointed. Now Ruz was the perfect time for you to visit!
Silvia says
Yes, Now Ruz really was such a special time to visit Iran! I hope that you will get a chance to return to Iran, Chris, and that you won’t be disappointed but instead will be filled with beautiful memories!
Deen says
thanks for sharing your experience with us. I’m so proud of you and i wanted to know did you get the chance to visit Azadi square or get to meet the famous ex-president Ahmedinejad?? thank you. Deen from Ghana
Silvia says
Thanks, Deen! I did get to visit Azadi Square, and the tower was so impressive! I can’t say that I met anyone famous though. Maybe next time, ha.
Fariba says
Hi dear Silvia…i’m so glad you had a great moments in my country & you like iran this much..it’s a pleasure …thank you for your nice blog….:)wish you a lovely day full of happiness
Silvia says
Thanks Fariba, I really did love spending time in your country very much. I hope I can return again someday!
Moein says
Dear Silvia,
Thanks for your visit to Iran and your kindest opinions about our country, people, food and … .
I’m not in Iran at the moment, since we have used the holidays to go over seas, but my wife, my daughter and I will be honored to host you or assisst you on your next trip to Tehran. May god be with you every where you go.
Moein
Silvia says
Thank you Moein, I’m so touched by your kind comment! I hope you enjoy the rest of your holidays overseas!
Karam says
Hey Silvia, you are so lucky, it’s my dream to go to Iran. I want to go to the great Shrine of Imam Al Rida (one of the most important people in my religion) It’s a very beautiful holly place. It’s sad that even Arabs have the same western idea about Iran. People should go and visit these countries instead of relying on false television propaganda.
Try to come to Brazil sometime, It’s beautiful, but dangerous. I’m from Lebanon, however, A beautiful country that is facing the same propaganda Iran is facing 🙂
Silvia says
I’ve never been to Brazil or Lebanon, but I would love to get a chance to visit both places. I hope that you can someday visit the Shrine of Imam Al Rida, Karam!
Shamsu says
Hi Sylvia, thank you for giving us the chance to be able to exchange some little moment with you, Visiting Iran alone means you are a brave woman. I’m so proud of you and i will be glad to host you the next time you visit Tehran. Thank you.
Silvia says
Thank you Shamsu, I don’t think I’m particularly brave, but it is nice to hear that! And thanks for your generous hospitality!
Amin says
Hi Silvia, This is Amin from Esfahan, Iran. Had a look through your experience and photos which are totally amazing. Great for you, you’ve been there in the best time, I mean Norouz.
I am very glad that you are one of those people who ignored gossips and news and traveled to Iran.
You are always welcomed to Iran. We, Iranians love to welcome you guys from States 🙂
Khoda-hafez 🙂
Silvia says
Thank you, Amin! Norouz was such a special time to visit Iran – I feel lucky for the experience!
Bahar says
Hi Silvia,
I live in Tehran, but traveled to US several times. I am so happy that you’are having good time in Iran, and thanks so much for sharing your experience and pictures.
Iranians are so hospitable and they love to share their culture:)
I am not sure if Rana already told you that Esfahan is famous for being half of the world, so you visited one of the best cities of Iran.
Have fun and keep us tuned.
Silvia says
Esfahan was like half of the world! And Iranians continue to be so hospitable, even after I’ve left Iran, ha.
Sati H says
Why don’t you choose a nice persian husband for yourself ? 😉
Silvia says
Haha well, first I would have to get rid of my British boyfriend, which might make him very sad.
Sahar says
It so sad that millions of Iranians are exiled and cant visit this great land. Thanks for taking us back home.
Silvia says
It does seem so unfair that I can visit so easily as a stranger, while so many Iranians cannot. I’m happy that you stopped by to share in my experiences there!
Nader says
Hi, I’m glad you are enjoying your visit to Iran. I’m an Iranian who has lived in the US for a while. Your experience is quite common. I visited Iran a few years and went to Persopolis (a place you must visit if you travel to Shiraz). I met so many Europeans and Americans who had had delightful experiences in Iran.
As long as you use some common sense, Iran is very safe. People love tourists and will go out of their to be helpful and hospitable. I applaud you for your sense of adventure, easy going, and warm nature. My countrymen would love to get to know you and be your friend.
Silvia says
You’re so right, Nader! It seems that all foreign tourists I’ve spoken to about Iran only have wonderful things to say about their experiences there.
Karen says
Hey Silvia, hello from Singapore. So glad to hear you’d a wonderful time in Iran. I’ve been there twice in a span of 5 months, and on both trips, I’d encountered nothing but kindness and warmth from the locals. I’ve been sharing with friends about my experiences, dispelling misconceptions while encouraging them to visit and see for themselves.
I do hope you’d a chance to sample the delightful fereni dessert from Isfahan!
Enjoy the rest of your trip.
Silvia says
I’m so happy to hear that, Karen! I’m also hoping to dispel misconceptions and encourage people to go – after visiting, it seems nearly unbelievable that so many tourists are so wary of Iran!
Karen says
I do think some of the misconceptions and myths have started going away bit by bit when travellers like you, me and many others share with our friends. And I have seen that amongst some of my friends – and it’s a good feeling!
Keep your posts going. Safe travels too.
p.s. if you ever find yourself in Southeast Asia, let me know.
Silvia says
That’s so great, Karen! I hope I’m having similar success, though who knows. And I’ll be in Chiang Mai for several months starting in June!
Karen says
You should definitely check out the other Southeast Asian cool spots like Penang, Palawan (beach resort in the Philippines), Singapore (my home town – happy to bring you around if timing fits), Phnom Penh and tons more.
Jessica of Curiosity Travels says
Wow, what an incredible experience! I loved reading this and it
has gotten me so intrigued by the country. I’d love to have the guts to go it alone!
Btw love the headscarf photo. It’s awesome!
Silvia says
Thanks Jessica! You should definitely consider adding Iran to your travel list. And I’m glad the headscarf at least looked good, because I was truly awful at keeping it on, haha.
jennifer says
Oh I am horrible at keeping head scarfs on too!
Sandra says
Iranians are the best people in the world! So peaceful, friendly and honest. And they utterly respect women. You should also come to Serbia. You might also be surprised.
Silvia says
I really want to go to Serbia! The Balkans are definitely next on my travel wish list.
Rahman Mehraby says
This is such a great news and New Year’s present for the tourism industry in Iran to see that people have started visiting Iran and have realized what the realities are.
I’m so happy for you Silvia that you’ve had a great time in Iran. Happy Noruz!
Rahman Mehraby
Destination Iran
Silvia says
Thanks, I was so happy to be able to celebrate Noruz in Iran!
linda says
Silvia, Just discovered your blog and just in time as i’m leaving for Iran in a couple of weeks. I am so excited about my trip, but have been fretting about–of all things–what to wear! Thanks so much for sharing photos. A few years ago I did a solo around-the-world trip which lasted 5 months. I did a blog for our local newspaper; and now, looking back at photos and postings brings back so many amazing memories that are so easy to forget as we plod along with our daily lives. Good luck in your travels. Hope to hear more about them.
Silvia says
Ahh that’s so great! I was also stressed about clothing, but in the end all that matters is having a headscarf and a long shirt. Enjoy your travels!
Linda says
How about open-toed sandals or pink sneakers?
Silvia says
Both are totally fine!
jasmine says
As an iranian i welcome u and i’m so glad that u visited iran..all tourists r surprised when they visit here and say we thought totally different about it.. us iranians love peace and friendship and having guests..but unfortunatly the media has showed iran’s face totally different from what it really is..I hope u have a splendid time dear and be sure that iranians love guests and will try their best so u can have fun 🙂 <3
Silvia says
You’re right, I don’t think there’s anything else like Iranian hospitality! I’ve never felt so welcomed. I loved how everyone was eager to show me a good time, and while they knew that many people from my home judged Iran, they still treated me kindly and wanted to disprove those harsh images against Iran. I really hope more people will discover the beauty of Iran!
Ashkan says
Hi Silvia,
I hope you have a great time in Iran. I have a few friends which are interested to visit Iran but they told me that To get the visa, US citizens must work in advance with an Iranian travel agency to set up a guided itinerary; only then, that travel agency may apply for a visa authorization number from the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
I have also heard that US citizens are required to travel on tours, either as part of a tour group, or a tailor made individual tour. An exact itinerary, to which you must adhere, is compulsory.
Just wanted to ask if this was the case for you because I know your answer could help a lot of my friends going to Iran.
Wish the very bests,
Ashkan
Silvia says
Hi Ashkan, what you say about Americans traveling in Iran is all true. I have two passports, as my father is American and my mother is Norwegian, so I was traveling on my Norwegian passport. It is much easier for Norwegians to get visas (I got one on arrival at the airport), and sadly I wouldn’t have been able to have the same trip I did if I were using my American passport. I hope the regulations relax in the future!
mohsen says
Thanks for sharing this. I am an iranian student in Germany and I invited a friend of mine to iran for new year. He was also amazed by the fire works of “chahar shanbe sori” and norowz ceremony. He had the same impression about iran. He told me there is a hug gap between real iran and what media shows. He told me he is enjoying every moments and he will probably come back with more friends. Hope more people come and visit iran and the negative bias mind set change overtime.
Silvia says
I’m so glad your friend had a great experience in Iran! I think most tourists fall in love with Iran and want to bring their friends there, so maybe more people will realize the gap between real iran and its image in the media. I hope so!
Tara says
Thank you so much for wanting to see iran. I am an iranian living/studying in Edinburgh and it gives me such joy to see people take a chance to come and see my country. I’m glad you gad a nice time and that you got to see the atmosphere norooz brings. it’s truly the best part of the year. looking forward to reading more about your travels.
-cheers
Hamid says
thank you Silvia for your kind words about Iran.
If you want to travel Iran again don’t forget Mashhad. fantastic mountains and historical places.
Silvia says
I didn’t have a chance to visit Mashhad on this trip, but I will keep it in mind the next time I go to Iran!
Sina says
Hey Silvia! I just found something strong enough to convince my American friend to go to Iran with me 😀 love you haha
Silvia says
That’s so great! I hope your friend can visit Iran soon. 🙂
kartit says
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Tina says
Hi silvia!When my dad told me about ur blog about ur trip to iran i was really surprised tbh but then i checked it out and your trip sounds perfect.I, Myself am from iran and I’m so happy that u enjoyed your trip. It would have been a good idea if you visited shiraz and yazd as well but you were probably short of time.Anyways, i hope your next trips would be fun. Hope you visit us again:)
Silvia says
Thanks, Tina! I definitely definitely definitely want to see Shiraz and Yazd still, so I will just have to go back someday 🙂
Saeed says
these days, lots of politician says that Iran is dangerous and etc ,,,
happy to see this positive text about my country…
eli from iran says
hi, silvia. your posts about iran translated and shared in iranians News Ajency
Navid says
Hey dear Silvia,
It’s been a great story, I loved it so much, Iran definitely is a misunderstood land in the world by the westerners, specially Americans to be more precise, I’m Iranian myself living in the north part the country ( Mazandaran province )in the coast of the Caspian Sea, the super green part of the country, next time if you would go to Iran please visit northern part of the country and share your stories with us,
Wish you the best <3
Navid
ss says
hi
haaaaaaappy to see this positive text about my country
thank you for this report….
Mansour says
Dear silvia!
Thanks for your travel report. As a Kurdish Iranian, your report gave me a good feeling.
I am faculty member in Ramin Agriculture and natural resources university in south of Iran(Ahvaz). I have a PhD in Geography and Rural Planning. My thesis was about rural tourism in Iran(Oraman region). I will be happy to get to know more about you and help you and your friend in next trips.
Please contact me via m_ghanian@yahoo.com
Hope to see you
Mansour
Peter says
Dear Silvia,
How are you? hope you re doing fine in our country,
hope to see you in Tehran and show you some nice places in Tehran,
(021) 77 50 33 20
Awaiting your kind reply,
Peter
Silvia says
Thanks, Peter, I hope that I can return to Iran again soon!
Mehdi says
The hope that the Iranians could easily travel to America and American to Iran. This is the true meaning of civilization and civilized man.
Hopefully in the future you have to travel to the historic city of Yazd.
And let us entertain you
Silvia says
I hope that Americans and Iranians can easily visit each other’s countries soon! I know many Americans who wish to travel to Iran, but now it is so difficult (I was traveling with my Norwegian passport). And I also hope that I can visit Yazd soon!
babak says
Hi Silvia.
welcome to Iran.
Ani says
Hi Silvia,
You can not imagine how much joy i got when i visited your Blog which was amazing and adorable. As an Iranian i admire what you did, and how much brave you are.
I read all the comments with the answers, I saw how much friendly and kindly you answered all the comments. I wish everybody can stop this illusion and stop all this negative thoughts about Iran and see my country without any preconception.
I am sure mother nature will protect you in all your travels all over the world.
Best regards
Silvia says
Thank you for your sweet message, Ani! It is so sad to me that many people see Iran so negatively, but I hope that this will soon change in the future!
Ali Rouzbeh says
Hi Silvia.thank you for introducing us..I know most people have wrong imagination about Iran.Don’t listen to Fox News and dont believe the wrong informations they give… I live in Shiraz where Perspolis and Hafiz’s tombs are located.It’s great if you pay here a visit…
Silvia says
Ha you are right, people shouldn’t just listen to Fox News! I definitely want to visit Shiraz and Persepolis someday soon!
shabgard says
Hello Silvia. I’m glad that you had a wonderful time in Iran. We have over 2,500 years of civilization. We love all people, all over the word.
shahin says
hi
We are so glad you came to Iran and thank you to wrote all the good things about Iran. All People around the world need to believe we are hospitable. Next time you come with your Friends
thank you
مهمون حبیب خداست. تشریف بیارید قدمتون سر چشم قول میدم خوش بگذره
در پناه خدا
Silvia says
I wish more people around the world could have a chance to experience Iranian hospitality! Many of my American friends want to visit, but it is also difficult for them (I traveled to Iran on my Norwegian passport). I hope that in the future it will be easier!
Ramin says
Hi Silvia
Would you please thru which website you find your friends in Iran? if you don’t mind please e-mail that web address to me or write it here. Thanks
Silvia says
http://couchsurfing.org
Atoosa says
Hi Sylvia,
I am an Iranian living in Canada and really appreciate your sharing. I really admire your bravitity that led you to this amazing experience despite all warnings you have recieved from different directions. I know people like you would encourage other young and adventurous fellows to travel to Iran, however it would be safer to not trust everyone on your travel path. There are good and bad people every where and bad things might happened too. I suggest if you travel alone make sure you have a safe destination or a friend to guide you. Especially for someone who does not know language would be easy to be noticed and be mocked.
Silvia says
Thanks, Atoosa, and I think you are right. I was extremely lucky to meet Rana at the beginning of my trip, as she helped me so much and always kept me safe. I would definitely advise travelers to find an Iranian friend to help them! Of course that is true when traveling in most countries where we don’t speak the language.
Hannah Wasielewski says
This post is so inspiring! I have honestly never thought about traveling to Iran before, since most Americans just think it’s dangerous. I love going to unique places, maybe I’ll add it to my list!
Silvia says
So glad to hear Iran made your travel list, Hannah! It definitely deserves a place on it 🙂
James says
I said the same to a friend who cycled from Berlin to China though Iran, then he told me they were the nicest people on the whole trip.It opened my mind and since then have met many wonderful people from Iran.
Silvia says
Actually it was a cyclist going from Europe to China who first told me I really had to visit Iran! And I’m so glad that I took his advice.
Miranda Farley says
Very awesome travel blog. I’m glad you did enjoy Iran. I love your post. Do you feel like going back there?
Silvia says
Thanks, Miranda! I would love to go back to Iran some day. I was only there for two weeks, which was definitely too short!
Sarah says
What a lovely story! I noticed you mentioned you stayed mostly in hotels and went to meals with people from Couchsurfing. Did you ever stay with Couchsurfing hosts? I might have to make a similar trip now! Hmm, wonder how easy visa-getting is for Canadians…
Silvia says
Actually it was the opposite – I only stayed in hotels two nights, the rest of the time I was Couchsurfing. In fact, I didn’t actually plan any of my trip around Iran aside from arranging my first hosts in Tehran, because I had heard that there was such a strong network and people would be hospitable enough to arrange places for me to stay around the country, which is exactly what ended up happening!
I can’t recommend Iran highly enough for tourists! Visas for Americans are incredibly difficult (I was traveling on my Norwegian passport), but hopefully it’s easier for Canadians.
Niko says
Hi Silvia,
This blog post is incredibly inspirational. It’s great to see a woman traveling alone and having the confidence to go to places Westerners have been taught to fear only to debunk all the stereotypes and preconceptions! You have a knack for storytelling and I really appreciate that you shared your experiences.
Silvia says
I’m so glad you enjoyed this post, Niko! I was a bit nervous to go to Iran alone, but it ended up being an amazing experience. I wish Westerners weren’t so wary of the country, as it really is such an amazing place to visit!
fatima says
Hi Silvia,I am so glad that you could suppress your fear about Traveling to Iran and you experienced a Wonderful trip .thank you that you write your experience on your web .I am sure that people all over the world will understand that Iran is not a dangerous place and the Iranians are so hospitable.I welcome to all of people who want to travel to Iran and there is no difference where you are from .we love and respect to our guests.خوش آمدید
Silvia says
I can’t tell you how much I admire and appreciate your hospitality, Fatima! Iranians really are special people.
Cristy says
Hey! I think traveling to Iran isn’t that dangerous and bad after all. Considering the rich learning you can gain from the early civilizations, this place is a must in your travel list.
Silvia says
Exactly! I hope Iran makes its way onto more travel lists in the future.
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Saeid Moridi says
Hi,
I just read this and I really really liked the whole stuff. I’m also Iranian, visiting Tehran for a week. It’s been great so far! I’m glad you enjoyed your time in Iran! Have a great day 🙂
Silvia says
So happy (though not surprised) that you’re enjoying Tehran! Wish I were there right now!
Shervin says
Dear Silvia,
Unfortunately the media around the world talk totally different from whats really going on in our country and cities
As u mentioned in your blog, people here are so lovely and hospitable, they always like to share the best things they have with their guests , maybe more than ever they have…
Also its the only country that at the same time U can experience 4 seasons as I know some cities temperature is about 50 centigrade while on other side of country people wear warm clothes to save themselves from the cold weather and snow…
Thats great U visited my city and I suggest U to come back and visit other citis like Shiraz , Hameden , Yazd and etc. U’ll enjoy it.
Thank U for the publishing ur experience.
Shervin
Sam says
Wonderful entry! As an archaeologist, I’m dying to travel around the Near East to see all the incredible historic sites, but as a young woman the thought of doing so alone has always made me nervous, but you’ve definitely made me reconsider that! Hopefully I’ll follow in your footsteps and a be a slightly more intrepid explorer 🙂
Silvia says
Thanks! I was nervous to go alone as well, but in the end I think I had an easier time being alone, because everyone was so willing to help me. I think a lot of people felt responsible for making sure I was okay, since I was traveling alone.
becky hutner says
I know so many lovely Persians & would go to Iran on that basis alone.
As for the safety issue, places often seem scarier from the other side of the world. To keep my perspective in check, I often ask myself how threatening America must seem from the outside — school shootings, gangs, drugs, earthquakes, hurricanes, the odd terrorist attack, not to mention the military zone in Missouri!! Regrettably, shit happens everywhere.
Ashkan says
Hi, Silvia
I’m glad you visited iran and proved the aforesaid warnings wrong. I’m sure you had a great time during your trip and are eager to come here again soon. I decided to leave a comment here, to show my support of your act of bravery(!) and invite you and everyone here and everyone you may know to visit my blog on tumblr. it’s all about discovering another world the media tried to close your eyes on! Iran is surely the safest country to live in,in the middle-east.
Thank you
here is my blog’s link again : http://www.comeseeiran.tumblr.com
Bruno says
I’m going to Iran in 2 days and now my mom decided to call me and ask: “Are you really going to Iran? I’m scared. I’m praying for you to come back safe.” I mean, I really needed to read your post right now. My mom scares me to death. By the way, I’m a 33 year old man, can you believe that? hahaha
Silvia says
Haha oh no! Luckily my dad had already visited Iran when I was planning my trip there, so he could assure my family that it would be totally safe. Have a wonderful trip! I’m sure you will.
Ashley says
Great post! I will now have to add Iran to my travel wishlist!
Silvia says
You really should, it’s one of all time favorite places now!
Danielle says
thank you for posting this silvia. now, Iran is one of the places I want to visit soon. 🙂
Silvia says
I hope you do get to visit soon! I’m sure you will love it 🙂
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Anne Dirkse says
This was really lovely to read and exactly the experience I’ve heard from friends that have traveled there – count me among the incredibly jealous, and in need of a second nationality. I’ve experienced similar warmth in Pakistan and Iraq, though and really admire your desire to go to Iran and get behind the headlines and get to know the good people of the world. When I was in Pakistan all of the headlines on CNN were about honor killings in Pakistan; I found it very hard to reconcile with the incredible warmth, and respect, I found there in person. There are little things that floor you, though – like a kid who knew my state because of shootings. Cheers and much respect to you for your trip – I will find a way some day!
Common Sense says
Your story reminds me of when I moved to Brooklyn. At least 10 people told me it was a bad idea. I ignored them all. I was only there a month before being pulled into an alley by a gang. Then I found out my roommate was mugged at gunpoint and our mutual friend was stabbed and hospitalized. You feel invincible till something bad happens. Listen to common sense.
Silvia says
That’s such a horrible experience, I’m so sorry you went through that! It’s crazy that Iran has such a terrible reputation, but I would feel so much better wandering around Tehran alone than some parts of Brooklyn!
Anna @AnnaEverywhere says
You made me feel a but better about my plans to go to Iran by myself. Everyone tells me I’m being insanse as well. Glad you enjoyed! 🙂
Silvia says
One of the best decisions of my life. I’m sure you’ll feel similarly 🙂
mina says
hello dear,i ‘m from iran, from esfahan, it was the best article that i ‘ve ever read, sooo gooood, have a good time, I hope that see u and mina one they, and my name is mina too:))))
Silvia says
Aww thanks so much Mina, I’m glad you liked it! And I love your name 🙂
Nina Shokouhi says
Hi Silvia,
My name is Nina Shokouhi and I am a Master student at the NHTV Applied Science University in Breda/ the Netherlands. For my thesis I need your help to fill this survey Because I saw you already visited Iran. The aim of this survey is to measure the perceptions and image that Foreigners/(Especially Dutch people) have towards Iran as a tourist destination. As I am interested in your views, I have developed a short questionnaire, which I would like you to complete. The questionnaire is simple to complete, as it only requires you express your opinion.
Please fill this survey:
http://goo.gl/forms/MLJBRTf8Qo
The results of this research will be combined to examine the different perceptions (images) of Dutch people when thinking of Iran as a tourist destination. I can assure you that all responses will be completely confidential and the results published will be anonymous. It will only take a few minutes but it will make an enormous contribution to my research. Thank you very much in advance for helping with my research project.
Best Regards,
Nina Shokouhi
mohammad says
Dear Silvia
everyone around the world know that somehow IRAN is notorious for different things which is actually NOT and you are the one who is proving it … thank you soooooo much for doing what you are doing which is (LOVING) i wish you be blessed even more with all the love you have in your heart.
siham says
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I’m fascinated by Iranian culture, that’s why I’m looking forwards to visting it, but the problem is that almost all my friends don’t encourage me to take a trip there, they say it’s unsafe, especially if I go alone. So, reading your experience is “relaxing”, & I just wanna say that inspite of all what they say, it’s not gonna change my love to Iran at all! 🙂
Silvia says
That’s so great to hear! I understand why people who haven’t been to Iran might be concerned, but I really don’t think they need to be 🙂
Martina Donkers says
Hey Silvia
It’s funny, Iran is a place I just assumed I couldn’t go, not any time soon anyway. But having seen you’ve gone there, and another blogger, Becki at Borders of Adventure, I’ve realised it’s somewhere that actually could be a really interesting place to see, and soon!
Your couchsurfing hosts sound just lovely. 🙂 I’m going to check out your other posts about what you did and saw right away!
Martina
Silvia says
Iran is definitely doable – highly, highly recommended!
farhad says
Hi Mrs. Silva
I’m really glad that you have good experience of my country back to their homeland
create massive budget like we are Muslims and we would like to say they’re killers and films like American Vampire blood Eater
If it is not
Every tourist who comes to my country wonders for the difference between what is heard and what he sees
Just like you
I am your religion but Imam Ali (AS) was the first religious leader telling me
Between right and wrong is right and wrong, Four Finger
Right is right and wrong and a lie to say that I heard you say
(And to listen to the same distance is four Amgsht)
Thank you
line id: hf8808
instagram: farhadfarshi
Peraj says
I am an Iranian living in Australia. I haven’t been to Iran for the last 7+ years.
I see many things have changed during this time in Iran and after reading so many stories from tourists now I can not wait to go there..
I’m so glad people are realising the beauty of Iranian culture and more and more people are visiting Iran. There is even a growing number of Asians going there, even my Thai friend here wants to visit Iran. You might have seen so many smiles in other countries but how many of them are as genuine as taking you to their house and feed you …
Go and see this place you wont regret it.
Silvia says
I agree completely, Peraj! Iran is such a special place to visit, and it’s so wonderful that people are finally starting to realize this!
Emilie says
Hi Silvia,
I am currently traveling in Iran and found that some parts of your blog had been reprinted in the Tehran Times, about 2weeks ago, under the title: “Iran: The world’s next big travel destination?” I was curious to know if they got your agreement and, if so, what were their conditions (they obviously skipped some parts). Thank you for your answer!
Silvia says
Thanks for the head’s up, Emilie! And no, they did not notify me!
Walter says
Hello Silvia! Thanks for this post, when I read this a few months ago I started thinking about coming to Iran; then last month a reporter from my country (Holland) made a well-received documentary about his life there and…Here I am filling in my visa forms!! I will be staying 18 days, and I couldn’t be more excited! Keep up the good work!
Silvia says
That’s such exciting news! I hope you have an amazing time in Iran (I know you will)!
seyed javad says
hi
thanks for your post about experiences in iran. actually you have said the truth and your decision to come to iran was glorious and respectful.
we invite other ladies and gentlemen to come to our historic country and enjoy the land marks.
watch our invitation here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/697063543736784/
BY THE WAY , i have recently created a group in facebook in purpose of changing the way that people think about iran .
the address is : https://www.facebook.com/groups/697063543736784/
i invite you to tell your experiences there.
and with your permission , i will post some parts of your notes there .
im waiting u , lady.
Silvia says
Thanks for the invite, Seyed! And of course you are free to share my stories if you link back to my blog where you found them 🙂
SEYED JAVAD says
THANKS for your permission . i have linked you SILVA.
ch says
Had similar experiences in Irsn. People just welcome anyone.
Silvia says
Right? Those crazy Iranians.
ali says
its really amazing how you could do it
but i recommend for next trip
you go to the north of iran to Gilan and Mazandaran,really good places that covered with dense forests, snow-covered mountain
Silvia says
that sounds amazing, thanks so much for the suggestions!
Gabrielle @ theglobewanderers.com says
Wow – What an incredible story. Iran has always been on my bucket list and now you’ve made me want to go even more. I agree that it’s sad that certain countries, no matter how beautiful they are, get a bad name and people no longer wish to visit – what a waste. Thank you for diving in and sharing your wonderful, positive experience. Hopefully it will make a lot more people want to visit this incredible sounding country (as it has done me!). 🙂
Silvia says
It really is such a shame when tourists ignore places for no good reason. Iran definitely won’t disappoint if you do make it there someday!
Nomad Revelations says
Great post about a country I love. I’ve been to Iran twice but can’t wait to go again! big hug all the way from Ouarzazate – south Morocco.
Landon @ Uneven Sidewalks says
Sounds like an amazing adventure. I think you are right about what people perceptions are about Iran and “those countries” I hate when countries get grouped together and especially with a bad name. When we moved to Central America someone told us to be careful because 50 people got shot on a bus in India… wait… what?? It’s just a matter of a “inside-the-box” perspective that people have. It’s kinda sad. So good for you! So glad you are experiencing Iran and sharing it with others!
Silvia says
Haha oh wow, that’s pretty extreme! Glad you still made it to Central America despite the “scary” tales!
Clemens | anekdotique.com says
Very honest post, Silvia! I’ve been to Iran twice and just published my complete Guide to Backpacking Iran with everything you need to know before going there, especially for first timers
Check it out if you like: http://www.anekdotique.com/backpacking-iran/
All the best & keep up the good work!
Cheers,
Clemens
Mohsen says
Hi Silvia,
The ancient Iran Empire comprised the area from Egypt to about china and was/also is land of heroes and great scientists but unfortunately the malicious and unfair west media avoid a realistic worldwide attention to Iran.
I’ve got a new recommendation to you. If you want to see hottest place (desert) in the world plus Shahdad kalouts and also hottest people (in the field of attraction!) please visit Kerman.
Kerman is the biggest province in Iran and it’s a smaller Iran indeed by four seasons at the same time through north to south. Hot water therapeutic springs ancient gardens and places largest adobe building in the world and many other targets are a tiny part of Kerman.
About delicious food you haven’t taste anything yet. Just contact me next time to present you my grandma’s cooking to eat your fingers with (it’s just an expression so don’t worry).
As you mentioned other tourists have similar experiences. Here’s another example. http://en.rocketnews24.com/2012/09/24/ten-reasons-why-iranians-are-the-kindest-people-in-the-world-to-foreign-tourists/
iran visa says
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Silvia says
Thanks!
Nick says
Hola, in november we go one girl, three men to Iran. And this to find paragliding places on the mountains. We have some facebook contacts and are gonna meet them.
Your blog and other blogs just gives us more desire to be there already,
thanksfor all the info,
Kath, Stevie, Arnold and Nick
Silvia says
That sounds like a really amazing trip!
Leo Clifford says
Hi there,
You are right, people of Iran are really great. I had a travel there also. Here’s a link on my Iran experience. http://lennycliffbanger.com/blog/2015/5/iran-shots-found
Leo
Linda says
It’s so wonderful to hear about your awesome experience, I’m looking forward to visiting one day in the near future 🙂
Silvia says
I’m sure you’ll also love it!
Julie says
That’s so awesome that you had such a great trip! One of my best friends is from Iran… she and her family left because they are Christians and felt it was getting too dangerous to live there. She has nothing but great things to say about the country and is very homesick, but on the other hand she has some very frightening stories about being a woman there. I think I would love to visit someday as long as I am with someone, like her or her family, who I can trust to help me out. 🙂 SO good that you had such a great experience!
Silvia says
It’s definitely a wonderful place to visit as a tourist, though I can imagine it could be problematic living there. I loved it though!
sepideh says
hi, I live in Iran and I’m a tourism management student. I’m so willing to help those who want to travel to Iran. If you have a question, do not hesitate to send me an email. I’ll answer as soon as possible.
sepideh.aghayari@yahoo.com
ali says
hello my friends, my name is Ali and 26 years old from Iran.
these days many tourists come to visit Iran but they have some problems, travelling with a tour could be so expensive so it is more economical to visit Iran by urself but there is another problem yet.
you know what?
yes, u r right. most of tourists do not know Persian and this is why they can not enjoy the trip, Iran has very kind and hospitable people u should connect with them and talk to them to see how nice r they so it means u need a guide and interpreter but it needs many money.
so what should u do?
here I am for u I will arrange ur trip( tickets, cities to visit, reserve hotels, phone card and…)just with 100$ however it depends on how many days u want to stay in Iran and what services do u want just message me we will deal 😉 I am pretty sure it will be more economically for u than other ways. if I were u I would not loss this fantastic chance. if u want to know more just message me: alibigdeli235@yahoo.com
Vahid says
Dear Silvia, glad to welcome you travel to Iran, I’m happy to have visited our city in Bushehr port I am
Silvia says
Thanks, I hope to!
Kazem says
So good to hear your nice experience in Iran. Found out about your experience from another website. I m tour guide in Iran and always get delighted to hear such stories. Safe trips.
Mostafa says
I invite you to Iran again :D.
i like to invite foreigners to my country.
we are hospitable and Happy to contact with foreigners.
if Someone like travel to Iran, can contact with me by my email or my mobile:
+989393448086
this is not for Financial interests!!!
excuse me for my weak writing in English!!!
listless says
Hi Silvia
we’re really pleased that u traveled to Iran and enjoyed it…
how did u see safety and security of Iran?
we aim to creat a positive image of Iran in all around the world
Silvia says
I felt very safe and secure in Iran – I didn’t have any problems!
listless says
we are so happy that you did’nt have any problem in our country
in my opinion Iran is one of the safety places all around the world but image of Iran in social media is relatively negative
Silvia says
I felt very safe in Iran and hope more people start going there!
sepehr says
What a great post and hats off to your courage to travel to Iran solo
Hannah says
Great little post- can’t wait to read more!Iran has always been on my list. Hope to see lots of pics!
Aref says
dear silvia,hi
thanks for your recommendation,i wish everyone could visit iran.i promise you’ll lose nothing.iran is a beautiful country and has a good climate.hospitable people and really good grandmoms;D.
if you decided to come here,i recommend you to come to our city “SAVEH”,the homeland of pomegranate,the heaven fruit(as in quran).wish you a good time.bye
Silvia says
Thanks for the recommendation, I would love to visit there!
Deepti Asthana says
What a great post and hats off to your courage to travel to Iran solo. I really hope that I find that courage soon. I so wish to be there and explore The mosques, landscape and relish Persian delicacies.
Silvia says
I hope so too – there are so many delicacies to be relished!
azime says
You explain your two weeks trip in Iran very interesting. I am Iranian and all of us like to be the host of foreign traveler to have a chance to change their view about Iran and Iranian and share the Iran beauties with them.
we have a travel website:
iranstravel.com
and we hope to be a good host for iran traveler.
we wish to visit you in Iran for a second time,
Sara says
loved your report <3
I'm so happy you enjoyed visiting my country
Silvia says
I loved Iran!
Atefeh says
Hi honey…
Im an iranian girl from tehran.
I dont know why but all the media all over the world is against iran.
We are living like every where…we are calm and safe….
We love each other…
But our enemy bother us .he likes us to be seprated.dosnt like to see us together.but he is in mistake!!
We never obey their orders….
But we love every one who love us…
We host every one…its our religen.
Mina says
Dear Silvia,
I enjoyed the way you had described my country. You are really welcome in Iran whenever you come. Hope to see you here again.
By the way see my articles about Iran at https://1stQuest.com/blogs
Silvia says
Thanks so much, Mina!
Moviran says
Hey Silvia ,
Which food did you like the most there ?
We have so many great foods . My personal favorites are Ghorme Sabzi & Dizi ( Also known as Ab Gosht ) . Next time you decided to travel to Iran , include Kish Island to your program .
Cheers ,
Silvia says
I loved ALL the food! Especially doogh, mmmm 🙂
ALIREZA says
Hi Silvia
first of all sorry for my english!
I am so happy that you enjoyed in my country.
I am living in north of iran(south of caspian sea). please look for it in Google.Babolsar is realy a modern and lovely city in the middle east.hope to see you and your friend there as soon as.
By the way thanks for your ragarding about Iranian.
Silvia says
Oh wow, I would love to visit Babolsar one day, it sounds wonderful! Thanks for your sweet message.
Heliya says
Hi silvia . I got really happy when I understand that you came to Iran . And the things you said about the people and country . I like all the people around the world but I cant understand why some people hate the people in Iran and perfer to visit other countries
Why some people thinks that visiting this country alone is dangrous?!!!!
I live in Rasht and Im studing English launguage since I was a child
I think you are a friendly girl . And maybe see you in a future .
Silvia says
Thanks for your sweet comment, Heliya, maybe we will meet someday in the future!
Shahram and Shiva says
Dear silvia
Thanks a lot about your nice story, we invited you again to visit north of Iran. Really Iran have a nice people and I hope all the world people can come to my great country.
Mani Fasihozaman says
Hi Silvia,
I live in US. As an Iranian, I appreciate your travel to my country when few people have a fair judgment about this country! I hope that one day this country will get back its great reputations and its people will enjoy hosting guests from all around the worlds.
Thank you for selecting Iran!
Mani
Silvia says
I hope so too!!
Mazda Kazemi says
Thanks for he great post, little by little people are exploring this beautiful county with all it’s goodies. Well, as all the travelers experienced, what you see/hear from the media is totally opposite of what you experience in reality.
Couch surfing is becoming a safe and popular way to travel, we lost to host you guys.
Cheers.
SabeenAwan says
You can surely travel to iran this is one of the most mesmerizing country enrich with the history of islam and you will love to see the heritage.
reza says
hi
my name is reza and i forme tehran
if anybody want come to beautiful iran i can help
for more info +980921131748
Mohammad Shaker says
Hi,
I read your wonderful experience as single woman in Iran. It’s amazing. But could I ask you why didn’t you visit north west of Iran? I mean some cities including Tabriz, Ardabil and Sarrien (with incredible spa, mountains and environment). In summer, this location of Iran is attractive. Owing to experiencing cool weather in summer.
Falahun says
Thats Great life, we have to change and learn also
Samira says
I am really glad to find somebody who has touched the beauty of Iran personally and directly. Thanks for sharing your idea about my country.
I really like to share your website address on my lnstagram page.
Alireza says
Hi!
(I cant speak English vey well)
Don’t be scare! We are Human and we don’t Eat you!
come to our country and see it! That change Your mind!
🙂
Some of Buildings have an interesting tip.
The Iranian Architects Built that buildings with their imaginary from Heaven!
some pics:
http://www.beytoote.com/images/stories/iran/iranian-tourist-attractions13.jpg
http://www.talab.ir/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/523277302-talab-ir.jpg
http://www.nividar.com/full/3927e67ae2155a59edcb4038ea23158530082b12.jpg
http://images.kojaro.com/2015/07/sheikh_lotfollah_mosque_3_by_rad_19.jpg
http://orujtravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Eram-Garden-14.jpg
sara says
Hi,love u Silvia cuz u showed the real us u dont know how much i got sad when i found out we are known as a bad people its unfair its too late to post a comment just thank u
ممنون
Bahador says
Hi.
I really appreciate that you came visiting Iran and written down your experiences and share them to us
and all around the world.
It make me so happy that you had a good time here and you enjoyed that:-)
Also if you have it in your mind that i can help you,i welcome you warmly and here is my email address:
bghad1 at gmail.com
thanks again and hope to see you 🙂
Mohamad says
Hi Silvia , I’m an Iranian from Tehran , I’s so glad to see your blog , I proud myself that you came to Iran and enjoyed to visit my country. I’m sure that you know we are very hospitable people so I will be very happy if you coming again to Iran and i hope to see you this time for welcoing and Companionship with you.
Shahram Shabani says
Hi Silvia !
I read your blog and i get really happy to see someone like you who took the opportunity to visit Iran, i hope to see more people one day who would as Iranians themselves love to have tourists visiting. Iran is not so dangerous as the media can write about it sometimes. Hope you had a great time there and it was really nice to hear that you liked it.
mansour zamani says
Dear Silvia
as an Iranian im so happy that you had good experience in Iran im mansour from Isfahan and i hope i can be a good host for all foreigner in Iran especially Iran
please contact me by email
Ali T. says
Hello Silvia, Your experience perfectly fits what I call the Worry-Shock-Joy experience so many other visitors to Iran reports. I added your link to my page: http://escapefromtehran.com/travel-to-iran-worry-shock-joy/
Mahdy says
Dear silvia I hope u real my massage completely
First I thank u for creating a blog like this for my country
Secondly im grateful that u visit my city (esfahan)
Thirldly I wana say that people like u , when they visit iran they just go some especial places like masjed jameh or ….
But if u have a kind of friend in the country u wana visit u can enjot it a lot more.
I read ur blog and I feel the interest in u and ur writing.
I like to communicate with u to help others to enjoy more and loke to talk u to know more about ur country and also tell more about my country and mostly about esfahan.
Hope u email me to talk more
Thanx for reading
Shannon Kircher - The Wanderlust Effect says
Wow, this is fabulous to read! I have been wanting to visit Iran for years and love hearing your first-hand perspective, especially as a woman. Hopefully we’ll get there soon if I can get my husband on board! Thank you for sharing!
Silvia says
Yes! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did if you go 🙂
Taiss says
Fantastic! I’m so thrilled when I hear about people traveling to my country and experiencing the hospitality of the Persians! I want, so desperately, to go there and visit every single city!
Bahar says
Hey Silvia.
Did you travel Iran again?
If not you should see Shiraz.
I’m from Shiraz and I promise you will have a great time in Shiraz.
E-mail me if you need any help;)
good luck and enjoy our country<3
Ade says
Just back from my solo traveling to Morocco and have a plan to go somewhere next year. Reading your blog, and Iran seems worth to be visited.
I’m a Indonesian Muslim but I’m not wearing hejab/veil to cover my hair.
Will get more information about this city. Tehran,as you visited it in 2014.
Your blog helps a lot!
Thank you,
Silvia says
That’s wonderful to hear!
hngdreams says
I’m back! your post had helped in my preparation. Thank you!
http://tinyurl.com/persia2016
Dordaneh says
Dear Silvia!
This was so nice to read about your nice experiences during your solo trip in our country and we wish to meet you again in Iran. 🙂
Silvia says
Thank you!
toiranvel says
hi..great text and good blog
Telly Gabriel says
Hi Silvia!
Iran has been on my list, possibly this year or next. You said you traveled on your Norwegian passport instead of your American passport. Why? Did you feel it was easier that way or safer? I’m looking at MIR, a tour company with an office in Seattle, WA. I am assuming that they can facilitate everything for an American. Is it true that the infrastructure in Iran is poor? How are the hotels? Do they even have a 5-star hotel in the most visited places? Your input is valuable and much appreciated. Thank you.
Silvia says
When I went Americans couldn’t travel independently (without a tour), whereas Norwegians could simply get a visa on arrival at the airport. But if you’re going through a tour company then you should be fine on a US passport! The hotels are of very high standards and I didn’t see any infrastructure problems. You can certainly have a luxury holiday in Iran if you want! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Ali says
Hi. You can be sure you will enjoy visiting Iran. We Iranians will be so happy to be your host.
Melissa says
Fantastic post! I really like it when women go off the beaten track. Iran looks like an amazing place to visit
Silvia says
It really was amazing!
Ali says
Hello Silvia. I’m so glad hear that you had a nice experience in Iran. I hope you have been planning to come to Iran again.
rozmusic says
good article sweet …
reza abbasi says
very good great post🙂
Jean says
Hi Silvia I loved reading this Iran sounds amazing ! I am going to be travelling there in about December of this year is your friend Mina on couch surfing? Do you know how I would be able to find her as staying at her house sounds like such an incredible experience thanks and good travels! 🙂 xxxx
Silvia says
She’s actually no longer living in Tehran, but I’m sure there are lots of potential hosts on Couchsurfing!
Milda says
Hi Silvia,
just read your article – encouraged me to visit on my own as I was planning to convince a male friend to go with me.
Do you mind sharing your route and recommendations of what to visit? ‘Do’s and ‘don’t’s? traveling and paying for services? I can’t decide the length of the trip but I suppose going for less than two weeks is pointless? Also, I’m not willing to hire a guide because that turns it into a touristy experience and not keen on having a stranger tagging along. at the same time I want to get out of it as much as possible and see all the untouched beauties that it no doubt has!! getting an advice from someone who’s been and seen would be amazing!
thank you in advance!
Silvia says
I think any amount of time is worthwhile, though two weeks was a nice length of time. Did you read all my blog posts about Iran? You can find my favorite destinations and top tips there 🙂
Milda says
hey, thanks! no, I made an assumption (falsely?) that it was the only post – I’ll have a read! thank you 🙂
Ali says
Good time Silvia
Do you have another plan to come to Iran again?
Silvia says
I definitely want to, but will have to wait until Americans are also allowed in 🙁
BackpackerTrack says
Hi Silvia,
I read your posts prior to my trip to Iran. I just finished three weeks there and found the experience to be just like you say. The people are very friendly and accommodating. Your blog gave me a lot of confidence that travelling Iran was going to be safe and awesome.
I am blogging about my time in Iran. Just finished writing about the Pink Mosque and also Shah Cheragh down in Shiraz. Did you visit Shiraz? I didn’t see you write about.
Hayden
هتل آپارتمان ایسان says
hello,Mashhad travel to the city is very beautiful
Sander says
Great post! I got back from backpacking in Iran several weeks ago and now my friends are sending me photos of Nowruz. I wish I stayed a little longer to celebrate Nowruz. Reading your post amplifies that feeling:P
Next time you should visit Ghalat. A small historical town close to Shiraz. I had some truly ncredible days there!
You said you visited a town close to the Iraqi border, but I recently visited Iraqi Kurdistan! If you like you can read about it in my blog nextleveltravels.com.
Bahar says
You are a real traveler!Is there a place that you havent visited?:)))))))
Hope to joy your trips.come back to Iran soon!
cheers
آهنگ جدید says
Hope to joy your trips
Music says
Great post
American who has given up on a visit to Iran. says
And some of us find traveling with tours/babysitters to ruin the entire trip.You are very privileged to have a duel passport for 2 reasons
1. You can live in a rich country with good benefits like Norway. America is 100 years behind on everything and I no longer wish to live there but am stuck as Europe does not want us to live in a civil country.
2. You can go to Iran without a humiliation guide.
American backpackers are more-or-less not allowed in Iran but Iranians do not need guides to got to US, UK or Canada. I am on 15-20 dollar budget a day. The tour will not allow this and it is making me very angry. 200 for a visa, 2000 for a guide. Well, that is 4 or 5 months of spending in Georgia,Armenia and Turkey. Until Iran stops with such a stupid, ridiculous law, only the ultra wealthy Americans will go.
Anowar Hosain says
You are a real traveler, I got back from backpacking in Iran several weeks ago and now my friends are sending me photos of Nowruz and it is very helpful, thanks for sharing.
ponemusic says
Good article thanks for sharing …
tanaz says
hi , my come from in iran ، thanks for your very good site
Raya says
Hi Silvia i’m Raya from Iran, Tehran. I’m really happy that you came to my country and hope you enjoyed it.I offer you to visit Shiraz and Yazd they are really Beautiful.
yeganeh says
iran is amazing!
omen says
thanks for this post
Sam Otel says
Pretty cool article. Glad you got to explore the place.
tikno says
Interesting to read your trip to Iran.
Like breaking the silence.
Jahan Parvazan says
Wonderful blog. Glad that you got to see the real Iran.
ehsan says
very useful thank you for shring this
do you have idea about iran tour operators
Esfehan says
Beautiful photos from the city of Isfahan. thank you
عکاسی خیابانی says
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amir ghorbani says
what about Qazvin and its beautiful valley(valley of assassins)
I would be more than happy to help them in this adventure . like we always say Taste Iran With locals !
majid hatami says
Hi my name is Majid Hatami
I live in Yazd that is registered as the first traditional city of Iran.
I want to be a tour guide so I have lots of questions from your experiences of traveling to Iran.
Could you please send me your email address?
Thanks and best regards
Dsong says
good article sweet …
solo traveler says
happy to read your experience 🙂 enjoy your next trip
smusic.ir says
very goood , very nice
Moji says
woow woow
I’m glad to visit Iran and visit this country
Good luck
Sara says
Hi Silvia, I’m so excited to see that you have had such a wonderful time in my country. Iranians are truly kind and lovely people.
By the way I’ll be happy to spend time with tourists in Tehran and show them around. Send me an email anytime you would like see the beautiful Tehran.
Trust me…you’re gonna have so much fun here.
Iran Gazette says
The image of tourism in Iran has changed considerably in recent years
Iran has opened its tourist facilities to the people of the world
So to discover the new Iran
You must return to the historical land of Iran
darya says
thank you so much for sharing post
asal says
Nice
exclusivetravel says
Good blog.
Sam says
There always seems to be such a stigma around middle eastern countries isnt there! Its sad a country and their people et judged by actions of a few extremists.
It looks like you had a great time thanks for sharing!
Susan OBrien says
Hi Silvia-
I have a clothing question…
Believe it or not I don’t really enjoy shopping on vacation, (takes time from more interesting things) but wondering if it makes sense (from practical, financial standpoint) to buy a warm winter jacket once we arrive in Oslo. Are there still a good selection/prices after the holidays? I love the idea of having a beautiful Scandinavian jacket as a souvenir, but then again worry about not finding the right thing and being “stuck”…We are planning 4 days in Oslo then 3 in Abisko and 5 in Stockholm. Any sure fire shopping destinations in Oslo you could suggest for another former “Worcester-ite”? Takk skal du ha!
Mohammadreza says
Hi mrs silvia…happy new year
i became so glad that you was satisfi from travel to iran and i am hopeful most people travel to iran and know my country…i want the world’s people to know that my country is not a dangerous place and iranian people are not dangerous people…thank you for share this post. excuse me if i had mistake in write english 🙁 i am 20 years old boy from qom city and i am mussalman and i have wish health and happiness for you and all of the good people like you in the world. 😉
Naomi says
Great story! Thanks for sharing!! Leaving for 4 weeks in two days, can’t wait!! I had one question though (ok actually like 300 but ok): what where your criteria for couch surfing hosts? Would you stay with guys as well? How did you select them? Also solo female traveller btw 🙂
Silvia says
When I travel alone I only stay with women, and only ones who have at least 5 reviews. I have friends that don’t mind staying alone with guys, but personally I feel safer with women and then it avoids any misunderstandings about the nature of the visit, haha.
Bahar says
WOOw Such an incredible experience, that was wonderful. please come to Iran again and be our guest.
Federico Turco says
Hi Silvia,
I am an Italian male aged 28 living in the UK . I am planning to visit Iran for 14 days in may and this would be my very first solo trip!!!! I have been backpacking through the balcans before with my ex-girlfriend (took some inspiration from your blog which I found fantastic and extremley helpful).
I am really excited, but a bit worried at the same time. As Iran is still not very turistic, indications are only given in persian ecc. do you think it would be a suitable destination as first solo travel experience?
Thank you very much and congratulations for you blog!
Federico
saeed says
Hello Sylvia
If you want to come to Iran, go to Ahvaz.
The temperature of Ahwaz city reaches 65 ° C in the summer!
The Travel Team says
Great post. Thank you for sharing your experiences in Iran home to one of the oldest civilization, will be a very good place for our beloved travelers.
dylan says
really impressed to see that a women which is so pretty is exploring the world and iran like countries which is already declared as the desputed one i really want to thanks the author and want o thank her personally ..i really her passion
Arash Askari says
Hi i’m arash a 18yo teenage from tehran
Got so happy when i reallized that you’ve liked my country and my city or the people here . i wish the other people all over the world change their mind about us and remove all those negetive thoughts about us cause “we are not the same as the government” at all.
I wish i could look at my city and all those streets and museums the same way as you did
💜
friend says
I’m an Iranian living in California. This was seriously the most accurate blog post about traveling to Iran which I’ve come across so far. Thanks for being honest.
iranzirnevis says
very good
Touraj says
Just a word of advice to all single females who intend to travel alone. Doesn’t matter which country you’re travelling to, always make sure you’re taking extra care and never go to quiet places on your own unless you’re with a local person – Although, Iran is a lot safer than most other countries of the world, but there have been cases of acid been poured on some females in places such as Isfahan – I’m sure similar cases have been reported in other parts of the world, I know it’s happened in the UK as well. So take all the necessary precautions when you travel to any spots that you’re not familiar with and its culture and its people are new to you.
Sajad says
I’m Sajad from Iran. first of all, thanks Silivia for giving nice views of our country and inviting others to travel to.
You are welcome!
We, as ordinary people should not let media fool us about realities. politicians and their owned media try to give an image of others, that they(politicians) like.
Maybe a minority in your country or ours prefer to proceed their interests about political issues. but, the reality is that Iranians and Amaricans(and any other nations in the world) are bros and friends and have a lot of history, emotions and … in common and we , as Iranians, love all the world as human beings.
Some times I review some Amarican including newspapers, news sites and etc. and surprisingly I see some wrong and weired info about Iran in them (even in the most formal ones!), some of this wrong info is provided intentionaly for political purposes and some simply is wrong because of lack of correct research. of course we see thses in some Iranian media too, in opposite direction!
BUT!
These is not the reality at all!!! as Silivia did, we have to break these walls and see the world as it really is (by traveling and researching more and correctly)
// IN HOPE OF A MORE PEACEFUL WORLD
(Excuse me for my poor English 🙂 , my dear friends)
Kesari says
Nice post…
Visiit says
Great blog post. I recently did a solo road trip in my Maruti Swift from Pune to Tiruvannamalai. It was a great experience with a few interesting adventures as well……
pedro says
great
somayyeh says
it is great. I was searching for another thing in the internet and I visited you’re blog. I’m from IRAN- TABRIZ. If you come to IRAN again pleas come to TABRIZ. You’re blog is very useful and so nice. thank you
alireza says
I hope you enjoyed your trips to Iran
Iran is a very good country and it has good people
We have no problem with any country
profile says
Hello Sylvia
If you want to come to Iran, go to Ahvaz.
The temperature of Ahwaz city reaches 65 ° C in the summer!
asremusic says
Iran is a very good country and it has good people
jun says
I hope you enjoyed your trips to Iran
Iran is a very good country and it has good people
vahid shokoohi says
Hello Silvia. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and really happy to hear that you enjoyed your travel to Iran.
Esmaeil says
Hello Silvia.
Iran is a very big and nice country
i hope you enjoy it
good luck
روزگار says
If you are planning to travel to Iran, be sure to visit the north
Undoubtedly your best journey will be
Anubhav says
Great Post, thanks for sharing
melody98 says
This article is very helpful. keep sharing such information.
Aradmusic says
hi Silvia
I am very glad to have traveled to our country
Hope to see you again
bongjunior says
I love to go to Iran but there is but. Hopefully I go there soon.
Sougata says
Wonderful blog. Glad that you got to see the real Iran.
دانلود آهنگ says
Hello Silvia. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and really happy to hear that you enjoyed your travel to Iran.
hesam says
Alone in Iran ? what?
sara4 says
Such an incredible experience, that was wonderful. please come to Iran again and be our guest
samad says
very nice
Nomadic Blog says
Great. I always wondered about travelling to this country solo. Never could manage the courage.
Nomadic Weekends says
Hey good to see you were a full time Nomad. Here is Nomads from India. Take a look at our site and do let us know if you plan to travel to India sometime. We would love to accompany you.
ahar says
very nice
iman says
hello miss silvia . i published your travel diary in to my blog with linking to your post . you are so famous between us:)
iranian news sites had published your posts many times !!
snapchat says
Great. I always wondered about travelling to this country solo hiiim
Ganesha says
Awesome article, please keep it up
jayino says
Thanks for your good website and information !
Jagannath says
Awesome write up. Really commendable for a lady to visit a country like Iran.
Arad says
We have historical and natural country
We’re glad to come back
with love
Tabriz says
very good thanks.
Abedin says
Thats a really awesome post, Thank you so much for sharing!
wow1s says
Very Very Inspiring Indeed
Eavar says
Iran is a wonderful country for all nations to visit. Whether you’re interested in going to cultural and historical places, try local food, shopping, or visiting new people, the country is one of the best places for all of these. Honestly speaking, the country offers all of these in every corner of it to make for one incredible experience
padra.info says
Thanks, Nathan! People here really have been unbelievable kind and welcoming to me.
Filmha says
it was great to share your experience. Thanks
filmha says
It was so useful to share your experience with everybody. Thanks .
Arclub says
Thats a really awesome post, Thank you so much
Ittelecom says
Awesome article, please keep it up.Thank you
کاشت مو says
Hello good day
This is a cost center for both your site and this site
I wanted to leave a comment so that your god would come
May the God give you the strength
anjidu says
Thanks for your post.
download zirnevis farsi says
great
thank you
Ali says
The image of tourism in Iran has changed considerably in recent years
Thank you very much and congratulations for your blog
padra.info says
The image of tourism in Iran has changed considerably in recent years
فرش سجاده ای says
Thank you very much and congratulations for your blog
alizadehkasin says
Thank you very much and congratulations for your blog
mehdi says
thanks for this post
musicha says
It was an interesting article
I am very glad to know your site
Thanks
Abedin says
Very nice post! Thank you for sharing!
fazmusic says
A great article was congratulations
Mani says
One of the best post I have ever read
Paras Arora says
Such an amazing post! Iran looks like a great place to visit 🙂
hrdmeti says
Thank you
MeTi Az says
Thank you for your best website, God willing 🙂
Digibom says
thanks for this good article
arioman says
i travel to iran once . very good experience
Jane says
Wow, super inspiring! I am going to have to add Iran to my bucket list. Much thanks for your write up here! Cheers!
tatalbet.com says
wow iran
خرد says
Hello dear
It was really helpful for – thank you
I came here last week looking for something I found – thank you
سایت شرطبندی says
Hello, Thank you very much and congratulations for your blog
Asia says
Great blogs!
Dream Bharat Travel says
Loved your pictures and your blog – thanks for sharing
زندگینامه جاناتان دوهامل پوکرباز says
It’s been a great story, I loved it so much, Iran definitely is a misunderstood land in the world by the westerners, specially Americans to be more precise, I’m Iranian myself living in the north part the country ( Mazandaran province )in th
زندگینامه جاناتان دوهامل پوکرباز says
a lot of history, emotions and … in common and we , as Iranians, love all the world as human beings.
Some times I review some Amarican including newspapers, news sites and etc. and surprisingly
Lisi says
Great post! I also want to backpack Iran – the persian culture & food must be amazing 😀
ریاضیات در شرط بندی says
misunderstood land in the world by the westerners, specially Americans to be more precise, I’m Iranian myself living in the n
ehsan sianaki says
hi thanks for sharing this post, very nice & impressive.
good luck
Stafaband says
Great information, I am put in my book reference
سالنامه 1401 says
Be sure to visit the historical city of Yazd, wdsfshere the city of Yazd is one of the best deserts in the world, which is known as the desert of Egypt.
Travel To Iran says
I am glad that you were satisfied with your trip to Iran. I hope you come to Iran again.
خرید قهوه says
Hi
I like your pictures and your blog – thanks for sharing
vahid says
Nice to hear you enjoyed your travel to Iran and thanks for sharing your experiences, it helps a lot.
Behinburg says
Iranian are warm and welcoming and I am happy that you could see it by yourself.
john paul says
Silvia Wow, i wish i have the courage to go iran by myself.
your journey through Iran sounds both incredibly adventurous and eye-opening! It’s inspiring to see you embracing the rich history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant traditions of Persia. Traveling solo can be daunting, especially in a place with so many differing opinions, but your courage shines through. Experiencing the Persian New Year celebrations firsthand must be both thrilling and surreal.
i have an Iranian friend who was staying in cebu philippines since 2016. he was a pilot, very nice person too..
digetamoome says
Hello
It was interesting and useful content
Thank You