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10 Things To See And Do In Kerman Iran You Absolutely Cannot Miss

1. Kaluts / Lut Desert

  • The trump card of this region, a trip out to the Lut Desert UNESCO Site to see the eerily barren wasteland is an absolute must. Out here – nothing at all grows, and dramatic erosional features known as Kaluts are the main drawcard.
  • The Kaluts is best seen at sunrise or sunset due to the dramatically changing color, you just can’t visit Kerman without making the trip out there.
  • Be careful in summer as the Lut Desert is one of the hottest and driest locations on Earth and you do not want to be outside in peak hours, though in winter you will need a jacket.
  • Be sure to spend a few hours wandering around, climbing and exploring this utterly unique natural phenomenon.

2. Bazar-e Sartasari

  • Kerman’s Grand Bazaar is one of the clear highlights of the central city and is one of the oldest Bazaar’s in Iran (after the UNESCO listed Bazaar in Tabriz).
  • With a classic vaulted ceiling and over 1.5 kilometers end-to-end there is plenty to explore here so take your time and don’t forget your camera: the friendly stall owners won’t mind a photo!  Pay special attention to the gold section and copper bazaar of Kerman held within – and look out for the bathhouse museum if you have extra time (or just stop in at  Hamam-e Vakil Chaykhaneh restaurant for some tea which is also built in a former bathhouse!).

3. Fath Abad Garden

  • Claimed to have been one of the most beautiful gardens in Persia, Fath Abad Garden until recently suffered years of neglect – had many of its trees dry up and died and has only just been beautifully restored bringing back something of its former glory. An important historical place from the Qajar period (constructed in 1870) it is famed for its long reflection pond and ornate architecture.
  • Surrounded by pistachio gardens, Fath Abad Garden in Kerman is best visited around sunset to appreciate its changing colors and the beautifully done night illuminations that will take your breath away.

4. Kerman Traditional Restaurants

  •     Cheaper than Tehran or other tourist towns in Iran – and just as good, Kerman is the place to let your taste buds experiment with locals flavors and spices. Most locations here can be found in beautiful spaces with low prices, but for the best food in town you need to check out Spakho Resturant Kerman for their opulent white interior and affordable salad and hot buffet at lunch.
  • In the evening head to Sindokht near the airport for atmospheric outdoor dining in summer or cozy interiors in winter, with large portions and plenty of traditional food options.

5. Bam and its Cultural Landscape

  • Bam – the famed sandcastle fortress of Iran, is found in a desert oasis just two hours drive south of Kerman. Tracing it’s origins back to the Achaemenid period (around 6th to 4th centuries BC), Bam later became an important crossroads on the Silk Road and with this importance (and money) came underground irrigation canals, the qanāts, and Arg-e Bam – the best example of a fortified medieval town using mud layers in the world.
  • Hit hard by the 2003 Bam Earthquake, experts have spent 15 years tirelessly restoring the site, and you can read more in this complete guide to Bam Iran.

6. Shazdeh Mahan Garden

  •     A UNESCO World Heritage site just 30 minutes south of Kerman, the Shazdeh Mahan Garden rise out of the arid-desert like a beautiful mirage and inside its internal walls is a glorious garden on Eden complete with tall trees and fresh water running straight from the mountain.
  • There are a tea-house and residence onsite and is best visited in the evening when the sun lights it up beautifully. Be aware however it undergoes maintenance in winter so might be quite ugly, and is worth calling ahead to see if this is the case when you are there as it does take away quite a bit of the spectacle.
  • A favorite place for lovers and families alive in Iran, be sure to take your time and amble slowly around.

7. Kerman Coffee Shops

  • While not having the diversity of delicious coffee that can be found on almost every corner in Tehran these days, Kerman is still joining the national trend and plenty of hip-new coffee shops have opened embracing the West’s love of caffeine.
  • Fulled with university students, free thinkers and plenty of people who would love to chat – Visitors to Kerman should not pass up the opportunity to experience this new and exciting trend in Iranian life that has only been allowed the last few years.
  • For the best experience, with great coffee and nice design try Cafe Tehran, Sefareshi, Barista or Bozrag (though this last one is more of a big, rip off Starbucks)

8. Akhaven Hotel

  • Sadly, for now, there are no hostels in Kerman and with most attractions being a good distance out of the city you will be in need of a trusty hotel.
  • We had Akhaven Hotel recommended to us by plenty of travelers and thought it was the perfect place from which to explore Kerman with clean rooms, many travelers passing through and breakfast included. Slightly kitschy in design, the real highlight here is the tour desk run by two brothers who can organize tours at a moments notice at far cheaper prices that we could find online (and three times cheaper than any taxi we asked).
  • Even if you don’t stay here I would recommend you check out their tour desk for the best prices in town – and friendly advice in fluent English!

9. Aramgah-e Shah Ne’matollah Vali in Mahan

  • The adjoining town of Mahan is famed for the grand mausoleum complex built to house the remains of Shah Ne’matollah Vali, a famed Persian poet who died in 1431. This is a country which loves it poets so the beautiful blue cupola and twin minarets from the Qajar period are not unexpected, nor is the praying chamber covered in ornate calligraphy.
  • Many day trips fro Kerman can easily include here, and while enjoying the two interior courtyards are free there is a charge for the main tomb if you want to see the 17m tall dome.

10. Rayen Fortress

  • Not quite as impressive as Bam Fortress, but significantly closer – Rayen is only an hour away from Kerman and gives an opportunity to experience one of Iran’s most impressive fortresses (without an Earthquake damage).
  • There was not even a guard when we turned up so we were free to explore around to our heart’s content including the well-resorted governor’s palace interior and surrounding courtyards. Do not try to access the upper-walls however as even if you find the way (there is one) it is dangerous, slippery and you will quickly be yelled at for being entirely stupid!
  • With plenty of dark passages, small rooms, and history – there is no reason not to visit both Rayen and Bam from Kerman on a day trip!

How To Get To Kerman Iran

  • Located in the south of Iran, getting to Kerman is easiest via bus, train and flight. There are direct flights to Tehran daily, domestic flights to most major cities in Iran and weekly flights to Dubai.
  • From Tehran the overnight sleeper train is the best option and takes around 15 hours, or you could take a bus from Tehran and other cities in Central Iran. As a major transport hub in Iran and the greater region you should have no problem getting and and out of Kerman.

Where To Go After Kerman When You Visit Iran

  • Planning on exploring more than just one city in Iran? Here are some great other guides and cities to continue on your trip around Iran – or you can just check out these top things to do in Iran.
  • And if you want even more adventure – and to get out into nature while exploring off-the-beaten-track in Iran – why not consider hiring a rental car in Iran?

THE HISTORY OF TRAVELLING

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The start of travel and tour history dates back to 4000 BC and there is no doubt that the start of travel & tour maybe declared as a turning point in the humanity’s economic and social histories.HE HISTORY OF TRAVELLINGThe start of travel and tour history dates back to 4000 BC and there is no doubt that the start of travel & tour maybe declared as a turning point in the humanity’s economic and social histories.

 Tourism is considered as s progressive sector in the economy and it is recognized as an efficient tool for cultural intraction and is also deemed as a job-creating element.

In the today societies tourism industry does have a high place in any countries economy and it maybe claimed to be one of the main financial and economic resources in each country that this would be possible by the high number of the travelers and tourists. Moreover tourism is one of the sciences that nowadays has found ever increasing interrelation with the urban and regional planning by increasing the mental pressures arising from air pollution traffic and living in the crowded earas of the of the large cities, inclination towards sightseeing or walking tours in the country sides and rural earas is increasing.

Why Traveling to Iran?

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WHY IRAN!

  • Travelling to Iran is safe. …
  • It’s hitting the headlines all over the world. …
  • Visit Iran for its hospitality. …
  • Travel to Iran to learn about its long history. …
  • Visit Iran for its architecture. …
  • Travel to Iran for their handicraft. …
  • Plan a trip to Iran to try Persian food.

souvenirs

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souvenirs

Iran is a great place to buy souvenirs and you will find it hard not to indulge yourself. In fact due to its very old civilization, rich cultures and also geographical location, has an important role in the world arts and crafts.

Mass production is not common, prices are low and the quality is generally high, even at the budget end of market. Naturally, the bazaar is the best place to start looking, although much of what is on sale in places like Kerman, Kashan and Hamadan is more likely to suite local tastes. Iranian souvenir is varied in many different types from food and drink to clothing or handicraft.

MOST FAMOUS IRANIAN SOUVENIRS

                                      Persian Kilim                                         

 An important and a valuable handicraft, which has a worldwide reputation, is Gelim a double sided flat-woven mat without knots. These rugs are thinner and softer than knotted carpets and rarely used as floor coverings. They are popular as prayer mats and wall hangings.

Iran Saffron

  • The word saffron derives from the Arab word zafaran, meaning yellow. Saffron is one of the few things that truly are worth its weight in gold. Its botanical name is crocus sativus and been introduced as the most expensive spice in the world. Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, commonly known as the “saffron crocus”. The vivid crimson stigmata and styles, called threads, are collected and dried to be used mainly as a seasoning and colouring agent in food.
  • A Powerful Antioxidant.
  • May Improve Mood and Treat Depressive Symptoms.
  • May Have Cancer-Fighting Properties.
  • May Act as an Aphrodisiac.
  • May Reduce Appetite and Aid Weight Loss.
  • Easy to Add to Your Diet.

                  Iran Ceramics & Pottery

Ceramic Industry is one of the oldest industries in the world. The first ever-excavated ceramic objects belonging to 10 to 12 thousand years ago were explored in Zagros mountain range in Iran that indicate a long and shining history in it. Archeological studies in Iran have shown that pottery in Iran has a history as old as 8,000 years.