June 14, 2021 Soil processing workshop A pottery soil processing workshop was launched in Koozeh-Kanan, East Azarbaijan Province, said the northeastern city’s Cultural Heritage, Tourism, 5 and Handicrafts Department, CHTN reported. Iranica Semnan historic house to be turned into children’s museum

cial assets, he added. Iranica Desk “In developed countries, there are many museums dedicated to chil- dren and adolescents that operate purposively,” Razavi explained. historic house in the northeastern city of Semnan will be turned Children’s museums are based on the ideas of non-formal education, into the Semnan Children’s House Museum, the city’s munici- indirect education, and education through games and entertainment, A pality said. he said, adding that architects, industrial designers, and specialists in Mayor of Semnan Seyyed Mohammad Nazem Razavi said that the education and training sciences, and a wide range of experts in vari- historic house of Me’marian will be transformed into the house muse- ous fields of science are actively involved in designing and planning um after restoration, CHTN reported. for them. The museum house is set up to pay special attention to the social, The historic house of Me’marian in Semnan, with an area of 600 emotional, personality, and intelligence dimensions of children as so- square meters, is a remnant of the Qajar and Pahlavi periods. chtn.ir

It’s an undoable chore to compare Iranian islands to one Surprisingly, there’s just one northern island in the Caspian another and come up with a list of top five Iranian islands The five shining Iranian islands Sea, which is more like a loose peninsula that unexpectedly has when all of them are entirely sui generis in their own lush dedicated some pages to itself in Persia’s history book. This al- eye-catching way. It’s hard to strike up a conversation with most-an-island was the retreating destination of Shah Moham- an Iranian with them not pointing out one of the country’s as the written history of Persia dates back. They will tell you ties of these islands that are spread mostly across the Persian mad Khwarazm in the 18th century who fled to from the ravag- fascinating and mythical islands, some of which being as about all the beautiful landscapes, mysterious tribes, strategic Gulf, not far away from the , .1stquest. ing onslaught of the Mongol armies and left the defense of the old as ancient Persian cities and being inhabited for as long geographical locations, marine life, and undiscovered proper- com wrote. land to his son and soon-to-be king, Jalaleddin Mingburnu.

Qeshm Island with enough unbelievable sites history clarified the geographi- ing historical and social features to Gulf, a small boat can transport dan Salt cave, which is the longest and history to hold for itself. cal importance of this island that be entitled a spot in our list of top people and cars to the island, mak- in the world, and the abandoned Qeshm is a sun-scorched is- grandly benefited empires’ trade five Iranian islands, and Qeshm ing a trip to Qeshm even more Portuguese fortress don’t even land close to the crystal-clear systems and the exchange of cul- has all of it indeed. desirable since it covers both land take up a third of the island’s sites. waters of the that in- tures with overseas lands. It was As mentioned above, lots of trips and sea voyages. Our advice To top this all off, the mesmerizing terestingly enough is quite popu- a navigational center between old Iranian road-trippers have been to is to see around the island in your of Valley of Stars, with deep roots lar among Iranian road-trippers, Persia, China, and Africa, which Qeshm at least one time or more car because it gives you more op- in locals’ beliefs and stories, can despite being completely cut-off led to the island flourishing. in their around-the-country trav- tions in terms of tourist attractions be the best possible end to a sce- from the mainland. Situated be- Even today, Iranian people see els, and the reason is so apparent; to check out and saves you a lot of nic journey. With its name driven tween the opening of the Persian the island as one of the best trade easy and convenient maritime precious time. from ancient tales of falling stars Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, hubs in the country to buy reason- transportation. Qeshm can be the After arriving at , to the land shaping pillars and cre- Qeshm, the largest of Iranian ably-priced goods and to get better last, or the first stop in a very stun- multiple natural and man-made ating caves, it comes as no shock islands, has caught enormous deals, and thus, you’ll see a lot of ning road-trip route throughout tourism side are at your fingertips that even Iran’s astronomy groups attention to itself throughout Iranian going on a shopping spree Iran, which starts from the north- to explore and enjoy. An 8000 and society pick out this place for iran.1stquest.com Persia’s history. Also known as in their trip to this lovely island. ern shores of the Caspian Sea and hectares natural reserves of Hara their annual educational tours and Qeshm Island, Iran Abarkawan, a name given to it Despite the economic gains, a continues down to the shores of forest, the historic port of Bandar bask in the surrounding soul-trem- We are going to kick-start our list an island that has been overshad- in the Safavid Era, the first men- piece of land in the sea must have Bandar, or the exact way around. in the vicinity of the forest, bling stony landscapes and dark of top five Iranian islands with owed by other Iranian islands but tions of its existence in Persian more to offer in terms of promis- From the shores of the Persian numerous caves such as Namak- sky in the nighttime.

Talking about being unknown able memories in every Iranian’s ists. There are quite of few excit- and mysterious, nothing about mind, or other globe-trotters in- ing places to go through, but we’ll this island is unknown, at least vested in going on an excursion keep it short for you. to Iranian people. If you’ve read on this visually-blessed island. First, a stranded ghostly Greek our piece “Sun, Sea, and Sand: The reason behind it is that Kish Ship in the shallow northern Kish, a Dreamy Island in Iran,” has always been a place for more coastline of the island that has then you’re already familiar social freedom, public shows, and been long since it last moved is with its dramatic past and how massive entertaining programs the best spot for couples to spend it got forgotten in history books, economically accessible to almost a romantic evening as the sun re- iran.1stquest.com wrote. all layers of Iran’s society. In other luctantly sets behind the massive Nonetheless, more recent gov- words, it has always been the par- ruin of once glorious . ernmental undertakings have re- ty-island for everybody, something The underground city of Kish stored this beautiful island’s previ- like Hawai. Here, people have fun puts up a fight with the Greek ous glory and have put it back on taking a dip in crystal-clear water Ship to find out which one can every in-Iran traveler’s radar, do- or enjoy exalting marine sports. attract more visitors. This subter- mestic or international alike, once Kish has been the central hub for ranean city, which covers an area again. At the moment, it’s hard to trade ships that brought with them- of 10,000 square meters, was con- apochi.com Hengam Island, Iran find an Iranian who hasn’t been to selves new culture and commodi- iran.1stquest.com structed to collect, purify, and store Kish! ties to the region. Kish Island, Iran water for the inhabitants of the We will give you all you need to know about this Another free-trade zone island Despite being a show stage for centers exploding with cost-ef- with mind-blowing natural land- island. As the island is situated in less-recognized and underrated island in Iran. It’s close to the strategic Strait of Hor- Western culture with grand multi- fective free-trade zone’s imported scapes and man-made scenic a region with an arid climate, this in the southern part of Qeshm Island in the Persian muz, Kish Island has put irreplace- deck Western knockoff shopping goods, Kish Island is also packed sites – a double feature for tour- was essential for their survival. Gulf. Aside from the natural beauty of this wondrous Iranian island, there are tons of fun activities you can engage in while having fun on Hengam Island. Prob- ably the most entertaining thing to do during your stay on this island is to watch the precious Persian Gulf’s dolphins hop out of the crystal-clear waters of Hormuz Island or the road surrounds the island, so the sea and dive back beak-first into it; A rare sight, While Larak Island manages to capture visitors’ hearts and Rainbow Island of Iran al- you will see many natural not to be found so easily in other islands. And even souls, those aren’t the only things getting caught in the area, ways inspires awe out of attractions such as colorful might fight an opportunity to swim with them. and lots of political drama news pops up when you search unaware local and interna- sandy roads while you are Keep in mind that this is not one of ’s hu- Larak’s name on the web. Nonetheless, Larak has much to tional tourists. This beau- walking or biking on this man-made aquarium and marine parks, and while offer, so we’re diving into its pivotal touristy spots. tiful isle on the west side road. In addition to the natu- that means no entry fee to watch the show, there’s the Larak is bestowed with some profound features, Larak of Qeshm Island secures a ral landscapes, many histori- slightest possibility that no dolphins would be around Island is an untouched paradise with few inhabitants, spot in our list of top five cal sites such as the Portu- to put on a natural display for you. To increase the most of them fishers, turning it the dream-spot for travel- islands in Iran owing to guese Castle, Khezr-e Nabi, chances of watching these beautiful, smart creatures, ers seeking out the tranquility of vastly empty beaches. its remarkable vivid sand Bazaar, house of saffron, the try to arrange your sea voyage to the island sometime Also, the second half of the Persian year if the best time mountains. This island is school, and remnants of the in the morning and between October to May or just to visit the unspoiled beaches of this island since the gifted with so many natural Palace of Bibigol and Bibi- head out for a boat ride early in the morning after your warm weather of the island milds down the cold of win- coastal and mountain land- surat. By walking and laying situated on the island. ter and take a rest at the beach more rewarding. scapes and man-made set- on the shores of Hormuz Is- This piece of land in the middle of the Persian Gulf tings that a one-day excur- land, you will see the crabs, and Hormuzgan Province holds a couple more tour- sion trip across the island sharks, native and migratory ist attractions and essential features. As one of the top won’t just cut it. birds, and turtles that give five Iranian islands, Hengam Island is packed with The depth of the sea on you unworldly excitement wildlife. Some rare animals like the native Persian Ga- Hormuz Island is enough and pleasure. You can spend zelle, lizards, and hawksbill sea turtle are the species for massive oil tankers to the night at the beach and that live on the island, same as crabs. exit from the Persian Gulf enjoy the phytoplankton that HAMED SABER/FLICKER A memorable finish to your excursion on Hengam quickly. The salty island of illuminates the beach. Hor- Hormuz Island, Iran Island can be a tour through the local bazaar and buy- Hormuz is like an oyster in muz Island is an excellent ities such as swimming and alone enough for Hormuz to ing some traditional souvenirs for your family and the blue waters of the Per- choice for those who are in- water sports. The rainbow secure a place in our top five friends. Handicrafts made of seashells and scallops iran.1stquest.com sian Gulf. A beautiful coastal terested in recreational activ- mountains on the island are Iranian islands. stock the stalls and are hard to miss. Larak Island, Iran