Iran - Irã

O Will (or iran, in Persian: ايران) is a country of Middle East.

Regions

Baluchistan

Iran Caspian

central iran

Khorasan

Persian Gulf Region

Iranian Azerbaijan

western iran

Cities

• abadan, located in the province of Khuzstan and surrounded by water, the city has a very rich culture and also large oil refineries.

• tehran, the country's capital and one of the biggest metropolises in the Middle East, with all the pros and cons of a big city.

• Isfahan it has a unique architecture and tree-lined boulevards. It was the country's capital during the Safavid dynasty in the 17th century. The city's name rhymes, in folk songs, with another word meaning "half the world", due to its architectural variety and outstanding beauty.

• Kashan it's an oasis-like city on the edge of the desert. It is considered one of the most archaic cities in the country.

• mashad, which in Arabic means the place of martyrdom, is the shrine of Imam Reza, the eighth imam of Muslims.

• Shiraz, is a city with a mild climate, in which many poets lived and that is why it is considered the capital of Persian Literature; in addition, it is also famous for its red wine.

• tabriz - In antiquity, its name was "Aturpatgan" or "Azargoshnasp", where the fire temples of the Zoroatras were located.

• Urmia, which in Assurian means the place of water, is located near Lake Urmia, the second largest saltwater lake in the world. The city is surrounded by vineyards and is an hour's drive from Turkey It's from Iraq.

Other destinations

• Kish Island, a free trade zone on the Persian Gulf, considered a consumer's paradise and full of shopping malls, tourist attractions and resorts. Dariush Grand Hotel is the best in Iran and one of the top ten in the Middle East [1].
• babol, in the north of the country, near the Caspian Sea
• Proximities of the Mount Damavand, with more than 5600 m of altitude

Understand

Called Persia until 1935, Iran became an Islamic republic in 1979 after the shah was forced into exile. The country found itself at war with Iraq between 1980 and 1988. Youth unemployment is a problem because the country has the largest young population in the world.

Climate

Iran has a diverse climate. In the northwest, winters are cold, with heavy snowfall and sub-zero temperatures in December and January. The mid-season is mild and the summer is very hot and dry. In the south, winters are mild and summers are very hot, with temperatures exceeding 38ºC. In Khuzstan, hot summer is accompanied by high humidity. In general, the climate is arid, with most (few) rainfall between October and April. It rains a little more in the Zagros valleys and the coastal plain of the Caspian Sea.

To arrive

A visa is required for Brazilians to visit the country. The procedure includes online registration of the request at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of that country, followed by referral to the embassy in Brasília [2]. Details also by calling (61) 3242-5733. Portuguese and citizens of other Portuguese-speaking countries also need a visa.

By airplane

There are no direct flights from Brazil. The most obvious connections are made through major European capitals or from Dubai. There are two international airports in Tehran: the new Imam Khomeini it's the Mehrabad. Little by little the flights are being transferred to the first one and focusing on it.

Of boat

There are some services from Baku, at the Azerbaijan, over the Caspian Sea, and from cities in the Persian Gulf to the Iranian coast. Services are generally of poor quality.

By car

Many people travel by car from the Turkey, because there are no economical flights.

By bus/bus

• the agencies Seir-o-Safar in Istanbul, Antalya and Ankara sell cheap tickets to Tehran.
• It is possible to cross the border from the Pakistan, in between Taftan (on the Pakistani side) and Zahedan (in Iranian). Visas are not given at the border.

By train/train

International passenger trains depart weekly from Istanbul, at Turkey it's from Damascus, at Syria.

• from Istanbul passes through Ankara and by a ferry over Lake Van. The trip takes 69 hours. Departures from Istanbul on Wednesday nights and from Tehran on Thursdays. Dormitory and restaurant cars available.
• From Syria, the trip takes 54 hours, departing Damascus and Tehran simultaneously on Monday mornings. Sleeper cars only between Lake Van and Tehran.
• the line Quetta-Zahedan connects the country to Pakistan. There are no connections between Zahedan and the rest of the Iranian rail network. Trains depart every 1st and 15th of each month from Quetta, the journey takes 11 hours and costs €8.

Circular

Shipping in Iran is good quality and cheap. There are buses to almost everywhere, the train network is limited but comfortable and reasonably priced, and air travel is very cheap by international standards.

By airplane

The companies Iran Air, Iran Aseman, Mahan Air, Kish Air, Saha Air, Iran Airtours etc. they offer flights interregional and between provincial capitals and Tehran for $30 or less. The services are frequent, reliable and safe, and definitely worth it considering the distances within the country. Some companies use somewhat old planes, but the maintenance is good. Tickets can be purchased at airports or at travel agencies. Book early during the summer (August and September): finding last minute seats is virtually impossible. Iran Air sells domestic tickets in other countries, with a small increase due to the exchange rate; the other companies only sell domestic tickets within Iran.

By car

Gasoline is cheap and the road network is large. Foreigners entering the country driving need a ticket and an international license. Car rentals cost between US$20 and 50 per day, the same price as hiring a driver and their car.

By taxi

Traveling by taxi between two cities that are up to 250 km apart can be a cheap option. Savari are shared taxis, a good option for travel.

If you're in a hurry, take the taxi yourself; just say the destination and the phrase give enough ("closed door"). Negotiate the price before departure, but generally all five car seats are paid. Hourly taxis cost between IR 20 and 30 thousand.

By bus/bus

The network of domestic bus routes in Iran is extensive and tickets are cheap. The only drawback is the speed, limited to 80 km/h by the government. There is little difference between the different bus companies, and most of them offer two classes: Lux or Mercedes (2nd class) and super or Volvo (1st). This is formed by air-conditioned buses, in which a snack is served. The 2nd, however, is more frequent.

Tickets can be purchased at bus stations or specific agencies up to a week in advance, but it is not usually complicated to buy a ticket an hour before departure.

Most cities have a good local bus service, but because they don't have roman alphabet routes it's kind of hard to figure out which one to take. The low cost of taxis helps tourists not have to face this difficulty. Even so, remember that men using the front or back door to get in, validate the ticket with the driver before sitting in the front half of the car. Women and children validate tickets through the front door, but only enter through the back door and occupy the back half of the car. Tickets usually cost IR 200 and can be purchased at booths near the points.

By train/train

Passenger Trains Raja they are generally comfortable and faster than buses. The nightly dorm service is especially good as it still saves a night's accommodation. The railway network is concentrated in three trunks: the first crosses from east to west, connecting the boundary of the Turkey with the Turkmenistan, passing through Tabriz, tehran and Mashad. The other two leave Tehran heading south, forking at Qom. One of them reaches the Persian Gulf, passing through Ahvaz and Arak, while the other crosses the center of the country, passing through Kashan, Yazd and Kerman. Tickets can be purchased at train stations up to a month in advance, and it is good to buy them in advance during the holiday months. First class tickets cost twice as much as the bus.

Speak

the Persian (called the farsi, in Persian, فارسی), is an Indo-European language and the national language of the country. Although written in the Arabic alphabet, the two languages ​​are unrelated. Young people in larger cities and nearly everyone working in international tourism services can communicate in English, but basic Persian is essential in rural areas. Road signs usually carry an English version, but other signs do not. Kurdish and Azeri are also used in the country.

Buy

US$1 - 10115 Riais 1 € - 13465 Riais� BRL 1 - 5740 Riais April 2010 Rates

O rial (ریال) is the official currency of Iran; sometimes prices are expressed in tomatoes (تومان). One toman is equivalent to ten rials. Generally speaking, written prices are in rial; in conversation, the toman is used. To add to the confusion, shopkeepers often speak 2 tomatos meaning 2,000 tomans or IR 20,000. In conversation, a chomejni equivalent to IR 10,000 or 1,000 tomans. As a general rule, always ask if the price is in rials or tomans.

Iran is still a paper-based economy; so carry enough species for your stay. Bills of 100 dollars or 100 euros, when new, get a better price. Trade embargoes against the country make cash withdrawals with cards impossible, except for the purchase of rugs. Travelers checks are impractical.

Changing money in banks can be time-consuming, and on the black market risky. A good option is to look for exchange agencies (sarafi), present in every major city and tourist centers.

Always bargain when buying crafts and rugs. Tipping is not always expected, but locals generally round up the bills in taxis and give 10% in restaurants. Porters and porters expect 2 or 3 thousand rials.

Both the accommodations and some attractions have prices for foreigners up to 10 times the one charged to Iranians. Staying in the cheapest hostels, just traveling by bus and eating in cafeterias will cost around IR 100,000 (R$25.00 approximately) per day. Eating in average restaurants and staying in hotels of an intermediate standard will cost around IR 250,000 or R$60.00. To stay and eat in great places, as well as to fly between major cities, you will spend IR 700,000, less than R$170.00 per day.

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Good news for those visiting Iran is that its cuisine is extraordinary. A wide range of influences from Central Asia, the Caucasus, Russia and the Middle East have created a diverse and healthy cuisine with a focus on fresh foods and aromatic herbs. The bad news is that most Iranians eat at home, so restaurants can become repetitive. Eating at someone's house can be a great dining experience.

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Safety

Health

Health services in large cities are of excellent quality. Apart from normal travel vaccines (tetanus, polio, etc.), no special care is needed.

Tap water is drinkable in most of the country, especially in cities. Bottled mineral water (ab ma'dani) is available everywhere. In many streets, public refrigerators are installed to provide drinking water to the population.

respect

• Despite progress in recent years, liberalization in the country is slow and Islamic codes dictate many aspects of daily life.

• One of the most visible marks of Islamic trends in Iran is the conservative way its citizens dress. The Western style is accepted indoors, but in public, women must dress fully covered, with only the face, hands and feet showing. The most common uniform is head scarves (roo-sari, روسری) to hide the head and neck, a kind of coat up to the knees (roo-poosh, روپوش) and long dresses or pants. In sacred places, women are expected to wear the chador, a black cloth tunic used to cover everything but the face. These clothes and accessories are cheap in Iran. Men will be luckier: short-sleeved shirts and t-shirts are acceptable in everyday life. However, shorts and shorts are only worn on the beach.
• Iran is an explicitly segregated society. Many facilities such as public transport and mosques are segregated, and any social interaction between men and women who are not married or related is viewed with suspicion. Greet people of the same sex with a handshake and three kisses, but avoid physical contact with people of the opposite sex in public unless everyone else is doing so. Place your hand over your heart and bend forward slightly to greet someone of the opposite sex.
• Avoid discussions about politics.
• When visiting sacred places such as mosques and chapels, remember that the entrance is without shoes, women must be wearing the chador and men's long-sleeved shirts.
• Do not photograph mosques during prayers.

Stay in touch

• Embassy of Brazil in Tehran, Zafaranieh, 26 Yekta Street, tel. (98-21) 2274-3996/7/8, fax (98-21) 2274-4009.
• Portuguese Embassy in Tehran, tel. (98-21) 2276-4060
• Some area codes are: Tehran (021) - Isfahan (0311) - Tabriz (0411) - Mashad (0511) - Shiraz (0711) - Ahvaz (0611)
• Lan-houses, or cafe-net (کافی نت), have been opened in major cities. Some websites are blocked. The hour costs between IR 4,000 and IR 9,000. Connection speed is average in big cities, but very slow in small towns and rural areas. Cafes also have CD burners to download your photos.

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