25 beautiful photos of Islamic Republic of Iran

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October 4, 2017 11:26 AM

Its central Golestan Palace complex, with its ornate rooms and marble throne, was the seat of power of the Qajar dynasty.

Contrary to what the media preaches, Iran is a very beautiful travel destination.

The beautiful country is full of extensive ruins and marbles with the modern capital, Tehran, playing host to the opulent Golestan Palace, seat of the Qajar Dynasty (1794–1925), plus modern landmarks such as the 435m-high Milad Tower.

Its central Golestan Palace complex, with its ornate rooms and marble throne, was the seat of power of the Qajar dynasty.

The National Jewelry Museum holds many of the Qajar monarchs’ jewels, while the National Museum of Iran has artefacts dating back to Paleolithic times.

Shiraz is a city in south-central Iran, known for its literary history and many gardens.

The marble Tomb of Hafez, honouring the revered poet, sits within its own garden.

To the east, the Mausoleum of Saadi houses the 13th-century writer’s mosaic-tiled tomb and an underground pool.

Isfahan is also a city in central Iran, known for its Persian architecture. In the huge Naqsh-e Jahan Square is the 17th-century Imam (Shah) Mosque, whose dome and minarets are covered with mosaic tiles and calligraphy.

Ali Qapu Palace, built for Shah Abbas and completed in the late 16th century, has a music room and a verandah overlooking the square’s fountains.

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