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April 2018 Mahan Inflight Magazine 15 Touring Iran www.Mahan.aero & Baluchestan, an alluring tourist destination

Sistan and Baluchestan Province is one of the 31 . It is in the southeast of the country, bordering Pakistan and Afghanistan and its capital is . The province comprises of two sections, Sistan in the north and Baluchestan in the south. Sistan and Baluchestan’s counties are , Qasar-qand, Dalgan, Hirmand, Iranshahr, Khash, Konarak, Nikshahr, Saravan, , Soran, , , Zahedan, and .

Airports Sistan and Baluchestan Province has two main passenger airports: ● Zahedan Airport ● Chabahar Airport Yaghub Leis Safarri Statue, Zabol

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History In the inscriptions of Bistoon and , Sistan is BCE. During the Arsacid Dynasty (248 BC to 224 CE), mentioned as one of the eastern territories of Darius the province became the seat of Suren-Pahlav Clan. the Great. The name Sistan is derived from Saka (also From the Sassanid period till the early Islamic period, sometimes Saga, or Sagastan), one of the Aryan tribes Sistan flourished considerably. that had taken control over this area in the year 128 Windmills of Sistan and Bluchestan in Iran The first people who decided to implement the wind has recognized Asbad as a significant Iranian invention power were ancient Persians. Nearly 2800 years ago, which has been the primary source of energy for Iranian engineers in Sistan and Baluchestan Province activities such as milling wheat and pumping water built the first batch of windmills in the path ofthe during the 12th century. region’s 120-day-blowing winds to use its incredible After the Mongolians invaded Iran and saw these power for milling grains, and to extract water from the windmills, they captured a number of engineers who wells. This Iranian invention is called Asbad, which is specialized in building these Asbads and took them to short for the Persian equivalent to the word windmill. Eastern Asia. Also, in the 19th century, the Europeans Iranians implemented the windmills based on the became familiar with the Iranian technology of rotation along a horizontal axis, and this is why Iranian windmills and made some changes to its structure windmills look different from their Dutch counterparts. which led to the making of the current models in In addition to Sistan and Baluchestan Province, there Holland. are Asbads in the town of Nehabandan in South Furthermore, Asbads’ origin i.e. Sistan and Baluchestan Khorasan and Nashtifan in Khorasan Razavi Provinces. has a gorgeous collection of windmills that are different From ancient times, Iranians and foreign explorers who in structure from the ones in Khorasan Province. In this crossed Sistan and Baluchestan could not hide their region, there are old remains of windmills that date fascination with the region’s pioneering technologies. back to the Sassanid period, but the currently working Robert Forbes, the famous technological historian, models of Asbads date back to the Safavid Empire.

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Zahedane Kohne (Old Zahedan)

Zabol, Scent of an Ancient Civilization Zabol is an ancient city with numerous tourist seasonal lake. people of Zabol are predominantly attractions. The beautiful Zabol City is located Persians who speak a variant of the Persian language in the province of Sistan and Baluchistan, which known as Sistani or Seistani which is very similar is known as the widest southeastern province to Dari, and a minority of Baluchs speak Baluchi, a of Iran. The city with its ancient background, south-eastern Iranian language. numerous ancient artifacts and tourist attractions, Zabol is connected by road to Zaranj across the border each year hosts a large number of travelers in Afghanistan. Delaram-Zaranj Highway provides and tourists throughout Iran and the world. road connectivity to the rest of Afghanistan. Zabol From the past to this day, Zabol has been called by thus provides Afghanistan access to the Arabian Sea various names such as “Nimroz”. and Persian Gulf via the Chabahar Port. Zabol is located near Lake Hamun and the region Zahedan-e Kohneh (old Zahedan) is located about 27 is irrigated by the Hirmand River. Lake Hamun is a kilometers east of Zabol, in Posht Ab district.

Hirmand River Hamoun Lake and Wetland This river accounts as the only vital water way in Sistan, Lake Hamoun, the largest freshwater body of water on the and takes its source in Baba Mountains of Afghanistan. Iranian plateau which is shared by Iran and Afghanistan, In the southern part of Sistan plains and near the is Zahedan’s main natural attraction. This lake has been Hirmand River, there is a large natural pit or hollow designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. which forms a reservoir for irrigation purposes and also Located in the north of Sistan and Baluchestan is a natural barrier in times of flood, thus preventing Province, Hamoun Wetland was once a habitat for 225 damage. The area of this pit is approximately 4,700 species of birds — half of the total population of bird hectares. species found in Iran. Hamoun has been referred to as one of the most important lakes of Iran in Avesta and Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh.

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The ancient city of Dahane Gholaman Located 45 km from Zabol and 2 km from the village of center of Zarang (Zaranj) Satrapi (Province) during the Qala Noe, there is a local archaeological site known as the rule of Achaemenid. This place is mentioned in the “Dahane Gholaman”. The site is actually the remnants of Achaemenid scripts, in Bisotun, Persepolis and Naqshe a city that used to be used as the political administrative Rostam monuments as Zarkak or Zarankai.

Shahr-e-Sukhteh (Burnt City) Burnt City was Iran’s first ancient site to be registered goat attempting to scale a shrub - has been discovered on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It was listed at the in the city. 38th session of the World Heritage Committee, and Evidences revealed that residents of Burnt City were officially became the 17th Iranian World Heritage Site the first in the world to domesticate camel circa 3000 on the UNESCO List, In July 2014. BCE. Dating back to 5,000 years ago, Burnt City has been A wooden ruler with an accuracy of 0.5mm was also acknowledged as one of the world’s most urbanized discovered in the city. ancient locations. One of the pastimes of Burnt City residents was chess. Several phases of excavations led to the discovery of Industrial units were located outside the city limits. astonishing edifices which, to a certain extent, shed Large number of pipelines made of clay have also the light on the lifestyle in ancient times. been discovered in the city — an attestation to the Based on findings, the residents of Burnt City were advanced water supply system prevalent in the area forerunners in performing brain surgery. They in prehistoric times. conducted brain surgery 4,800 years ago on a girl aged Types of unique textiles have been found in Burnt twelve or thirteen who was treated for hydrocephaly. City not found anywhere else in antediluvian Iran. Based on the evidences, this girl had lived long after Residents of Burnt City engaged in textile weaving, the surgery. pottery, carpentry, stone cutting, seal making and Shoe-making was also a thriving industry in the city. weaving. They were able to make tools from metals. The world’s first animation - a pottery vase depicting a

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Malek Kiani Citadel This historic tourist attraction is 16 kilometers away height of 70 meters and a width of 5 meters, and 50 from Zabul-Hirmand City route. This historic building, centimeters. There are also, the arches, the facades known as “Malek Kiani Citadel”, was possessed by one that are located in all four corners of the citadel, of the Khans in Sistan region. It was built in square and other spectacular sections. Some of the other space consisting of 4 towers, each of which has a features of this monument include the numerous rooms adjacent to each other and in the style of old caravansaries.

Tomb of Khajeh Ghaltan Karkoo The shrine is located in the highest Mount Khajeh, located 30 This fire-temple is located in Karkoo peak and in the northeast of Khajeh kilometers from Zabol, is another in Sistan. Its special features and Mountain. It is geometrically rectangular, historical attraction of Sistan and architectural design show the temple and sections such as the entrance hall, Baluchestan. dates back to the Sassanid era. the dome room and the archway are Mount Khajeh has gained fame lined with its constituent parts. Inside a as Iran’s adobe and brick Takht-e room, you can observe the stone of the Jamshid. It includes a fire temple, graveyard at an approximate length a palace, a graveyard as well as a of 3 meters. According to the writings mausoleum. of “Shah Hussein Sistani” in his book Mount Khajeh is the only Parthian “Ahyal-Muluk”, the shrine belongs to monument which remains well the brother of Daniel the prophet. preserved.

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Museum of Anthropology Qasem Abad Tower Souvenirs In an area of about 4,000 square This minaret is located in Makran Mango is one of the most important meters with about 125 square (Qasem Abad) of Zabol and possibly crops of Sistan-Baluchestan and meter space, there is one of the dates back to the Saljuqi era. one of its most popular souvenirs. cultural and historical collections of The minaret was constructed on Date and mango are taken home Zabol city, which is referred to as the a rock basis and overlooks the old by tourists as souvenirs. “Zabol’s Anthropological Museum”. part of Zahedan. All the structures In this valuable collection, there at the foot of the minaret are of are works and discoveries of about sun baked bricks and clay. Other 5,000 years ago that show the types of bricks have been also used civilization, culture and authenticity in the adornments of the structure. of the people of Zabul.

Rostam's Castle 70 kilometers from Zabol, another valuable historical of the Hirmand River have made a devastating monument of ancient Iran exists which is known as alterations. So that, only four towers, entrance gate, the castle of Rostam. This castle is attributed skeletons of some arches, water storages, and a to Rostam, the main famous figure in Shahnameh. number of other monuments have remained. Unfortunately, through the passage of time, this monument has been destroyed and environmental problems, as well as change in the direction

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Rafsanjan The city has many historical attractions such as Kaboutar Khan built by the Safavid Rafsanjan is a city in Kerman (1501–1736) commander Ganjali Khan, who became Province, Iran. It has semi-arid the governor of Kerman in 1569. The Caravansary climate with relatively warm, rainy is unique in that it has a watchtower at each one of its four corners, and the Old Wall of Rafsanjan which summers and cold, snowy winters. once encircled the city, and had several watchtowers Rafsanjan or Bahramabad is said and four gates. to have been founded by the Kaboutar Khan Caravanserai Sassanid monarch Shapur II the Great (309-379 CE). In later times the city’s name was changed to Rafsanjan, meaning ‘city with many copper mines’ or according to some accounts, the ‘city washed away by floods’ as periodic floods are said to have destroyed this city several times throughout the history.

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Some of the city’s most interesting historical sites were built during the Qajar era (1785-1925) including Haj Ali Aqa House, which was built by a prominent Qajar merchant and is considered the biggest adobe residence in the world with 110 rooms, a water reservoir, a caravanserai and an icehouse simply known as Yakhchal-e Haj Ali Aqa. The 120-year-old Moradi Ab-Anbar (cistern) with its wind tower, water valves and flight of 52 stairs leading to its storage tank is another example of Qajar structures in Rafsanjan. Some of the city’s natural attractions include Mount Pourkan, Qasem Abad Mineral Spring, which has therapeutic properties, Davaran Mineral Spring, Mirza Cave, which is a popular spelunking destination, and has a drop of 90 meters, and the unique Rageh Canyon, which is a geoprak formed by water erosion. Rafsanjan is the top cultivator of pistachio in Iran. Rafsanjan’s high quality pistachio has earned worldwide fame for the city. California is the second largest pistachio producer in the world. Iran is the largest producer of pistachios in the world. Rafsanjan is also the best region of the province for harvesting pistachios, which have been known as Iran’s oldest pistachio tree Rafsanjan pistachios for a long time. Rafsanjan is also a major center of carpet production even though the rugs are sold as rugs of Kerman rather than of Rafsanjan. The city has a population of around 140,000. The Best Time to Visit Rafsanjan, is March 19th to June 3rd or August 20th to November 4th.

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Haj-Agha Ali House Haj-Agha Ali House is a historical house located in Qasem in an area of 7,000 square meters. The house includes Abad Village, 6 km of Rafsanjan. It is one of the biggest a water reservoir, , caravanserai, bathhouse, roofed, adobe structures in the world. The construction Husayniyah (congregation hall of religious ceremonies) of this residence began in 1757 by a prominent Qajar and an icehouse. (1785-1925) merchant named Haj Ali Aqa Zaeemollah The house includes many seven-door, five-door and Rafsanjani. Located in a 12,000 square meter plot of land, three-door rooms, dens, royal rooms, autumn rooms, this approximately 130-year-old house has been built and winter rooms.

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Moradi Ab-Anbar Anthropology Museum Moradi Ab-Anbar is a Qajar era (1785-1925) water The Anthropology Museum of Rafsanjan is located reservoir that is at least 120 years old. This Ab-Anbar in Aqa Seyyed Mehdi old Bathhouse, and displays has a wind tower, water valves and a flight of 52 stairs antiques, weaving machines, spindle and spinning leading to its storage tank. Moradi Ab-Anbar was reg- wheels, and water mills. The museum also has wax istered as a National Heritage Site in 2004. figures showcasing the customs, costumes and tradi- tions in Rafsanjan.

Moein Wind Catcher Moein wind catcher is the remainder of a Qajar era (1785-1925) structure. The wind catcher has been built with adobe, wood, cob and brick. Brickwork and stucco inscriptions have been used to adorn this 16-meter wind tower. The wind catcher was renovated by Iran’s Cultural Heritage Organization in 2005.

Abbas abad (Haj Ali Agha) Ice-house This Historical Monument is located near Rafsanjan City. This structure comprises of a tall rampart with an ice reservoir constructed of sun dried bricks, and also displays decorative affects.

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Presidential Museum The Presidential Museum of Rafsanjan opened in 1999 Hashemi-Rafsanjani Speaker hall includes 112 items and includes a basement showroom, amphitheater, gifted to Rafsanjani by Iranians and various states VIP Hall, library, restaurant and gallery. This museum during his term in office, the Sacred Defense and has eight halls that house items from various historical Martyrs hall houses 51 items, the Construction Era eras. The Ancient Times hall of the museum houses hall houses 117 gifts to Mr. Rafsanjani. Rafsanjan hall 40 items, the Modern Times hall houses 70 items, includes 45 items pertaining to the history of the city.

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Pourkan Mountain This mountainous region is located in Rafsanjan and m. A few rivers take their source here, of which the comprises of the several mountains, the highest peak Javarchi River is the most important one. being the Pourkan, reaching an elevation of 3,443

Rageh Valley Mirza Cave Rageh Valley is a geopark located 30 kilometers from Mirza Cave is located 40 kilometers northeast of Rafsanjan. This 20-meter long, 180-meter wide and Rafsanjan in Deh Ranj Village. A popular spelunking 70-meter deep valley has been formed in Rafsanjan destination, this cave has 8 main halls and 4 smaller plain by water erosion and has several springs and a side halls. Some of the stalactite and stalagmites in this spectacular view. cave are over 4 meters long and extend from the ceiling to the ground. Animal fossils are visible in some halls of this cave and there is a pond in one of the halls.

April 2018 Mahan Inflight Magazine 27 Around the World www.Mahan.aero Around the World Josepf von Semlin Prince of Persia Born: 1736, , Persia Died: 1824- Mödling, Austria Father: Nader Shah Afshar

Johann Joseph von Semlin (born Ali Mirza Khan; 1736–1824) was the reputed son of Nader Shah. After Shah’s murder, a loyalist sent Ali Mirza Khan to Maria Theresa, the sovereign of Vienna, Austria, who named him “Johann Joseph Freiherr von Semlin”.In 1746, when Von Semlin was 10 years old, he was sent to Graz to learn the German language and European culture. In 1756, he returned to Vienna. On completing his education at a Viennese military school, Von Semlin joined the Austrian army, rising after a few years to the rank of Commander. Von Semlin was part of the Russian empire and fought in the Seven Years’ War as a Major. At the end of the war, he received a Medal of Honor. Captured in war in Prussia, he was known as the Prince of Persia among his troops. Frederick the Great invited him to his palace and returned him to Maria Theresa. With two injuries received during his military service, Von Semlin retired in 1792 on a monthly pension of 810 gulden. Von Semlin married Roza, a Turkic woman, in 1792.Upon his retirement from the military, Von Semlin caught the attention of the French government. An ambassador of Napoleon requested Von Semlin to attempt to take the throne of Iran, offering him military support. Von Semlin rejected the offer. Von Semlin died at the age of 90 in Mödling, near Vienna, and was buried in his home garden. He signed bills using his Persian name, Ali Mirza Khan, up to his death.

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The Persian Scholars’ Pavilion at United Nations in Vienna, Austria is featuring the statues of four prominent Iranian figures. Highlighting the Iranian The Persian architectural features, the pavilion is adorned with Persian art forms and includes the statues of renowned Iranian scientists Avicenna, Abu Rayhan Scholars’ Pavilion Birouni, Zakariya Razi (Rhazes) and Omar Khayyam.

Hafiz-‌ Goethe‌ Memorial

Hafiz’ works, which were translated into German by orientalist Joseph von Hammer-Purgstall in 1812, were a source of profound inspiration for Goethe. Goethe, who attested that Hafiz possessed an ‘overview of world knowledge’, was highly impressed by Hafiz’ religious interpretation, which corresponded to his own more philosophical than religious view of the world and faith. What is more, Goethe wrote a 12- book collection of poems, the West-Oestlicher Diwan, containing the lyrical ‘Ich ein Moslem’ (I, the Muslim). Still today, literature and accounts of history grapple with the surprising affinity of Goethe – the preacher of arch-Germanness, the ‘Faustian’ – with Islam. Hafiz Goethe Memorial at Beethovenplatz in Weimar Hafiz's works commemorates Goethe’s encounter with with two opposing granite chairs, aligned east to west. To reunite the two would be to restore the original block of granite, representing a uniting of East and West.

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Persian Stained-Glass Windows Stained-glass windows are magnificent works of art, using light and color to depict scenes, in some cases, or to change ambient lighting within a space.

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In ancient buildings colored glass did not know how to make a large world for its stained glass decoration. doors and windows provided piece of glass. Then the idea of Ali-Qapu palace and coffee house suitable interior temperatures, making a decorated window out of in Shesh Behesht garden, Madar- shade, controlled natural light, heat colored pieces of glass painted with e-Shah medresse (King's mother's insulation, and natural ventilation. religious motifs and combined in school), and old in Isfahan They are valuable artistic and way to form a picture popped up. – all of them have wooden grills on decorative features. In Iran wooden lattice windows were their windows. In Iran the glass is Small pieces of glass were joined used as an architectural feature in all placed behind the lattice. Colors together with some kind of binder. kinds of buildings. Magnificent Nasir are usually very bright greens, reds, At first it was as a result of al-Mulk Mosque in built in the blues and yellows. Sometimes technological restriction, craftsmen 19th century is famous all over the colorless glass is used.

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Salar Saeid Mansion - Sanandaj Dowlat Abad Garden - Stained glass windows in Iran and in Europe

• Persian stained glass first appeared in Iran during the 14th century whereas western stained glass was employed since the Middle Ages (5th to 15th century AD(. • Persian colored glass was initially used for non-religious purposes whereas western stained glass was prominently used for religious buildings. • Persian stained glass was made of pieces of colored glass whereas western stained glass was generally painted glass. • Persian stained glass was placed on a wooden lattice frame that served functional architectural purposes (such as a room divider, window ,and door) whereas medieval stained glass was used only for windows and were generally non-operable windows. • Persian stained glass was glued onto the lattice wooden frame, whereas medieval stained glass was kept in place by lead came. • Persian stained glass was utilized within residential dwellings (except for a single 19th century mosque that is Nasir-al- Mulk Mosque) whereas western stained glass was most widely placed in public spaces (churches).

The purpose of a stained glass window is not to allow those within a building to see the world outside or even primarily to admit light but rather to control it. For this reason stained glass windows have been described as “illuminated wall decorations”. Stained glass is still popular today, but often referred to as art glass. It is prevalent in luxury homes, commercial buildings, and places of worship. Artists and companies are contracted to create beautiful art glass ranging from domes, windows, backsplashes, etc.

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Niavaran Palace - Tehran Tabatabaei House - Stained-Glass Museum in Tehran

A museum displaying stained-glass windows has been set up in a historical house in Tehran on Sa’adi Street.

The property of the museum, with an area of over 1000m2, dates back to the Qajar period, and was originally owned by a man named Dr. Shaqaqi.

This museum is only the second of its type in the world, and contains a huge collection of Iranian stained-glass windows.

Stained-glass was imported to Iran from Eastern Europe, India, and China. It was soon imbued with a strong local flavor. Stained-glass windows displayed in this museum include paintings of human figures, birds and flowers, animals, geometrical figures, historical buildings, urban landscapes, nature, Quranic calligraphy, religious figures, courtiers, and ordinary citizens.

Jabir ibn Hayyan, the Persian chemist described 46 original recipes for producing colored glass in Kitab al-Durra al-Maknuna (The Book of the Hidden Pearl).

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April 2018 Movies Rampage Big meets bigger

Genres: Action, Horror, Video Game Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Naomie Harris, Jake Lacy, Breanne Hill, Malin Akerman, Joe Manganiello Director: Brad Peyton

Primatologist Davis Okoye (Johnson), a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry transforms this gentle ape into a raging monster.

Chappaquiddick The untold true story Genres: Drama, Thriller, True Story Cast: Jason Clarke, Kate Mara, Ed Helms, Bruce Dern Director: John Curran

On the eve of the moon landing, Ted Kennedy is involved in a tragic single-car accident that results in the death of former Robert Kennedy campaign worker Mary Jo Kopechne. The senator struggles to follow his own moral compass and simultaneously protect his family’s legacy, all while simply trying to keep his own political ambitions alive.

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The Miracle Season A teammate they’ll never forget. A season they never expected. Genres: Drama, Sports Cast: Helen Hunt, William Hurt, Danika Yarosh, Erin Moriarty Director: Sean McNamara

Based on the inspiring true story of West High School girls’ volleyball team. After the tragic death of the school’s star player Caroline “Line” Found, the remaining team players must band together under the guidance of their tough- love coach in hope of winning the state championship.

Duck Duck Goose Family can be a wild ride Genres: Comedy, Family, Animation Cast: Jim Gaffigan (Peng, voice), Carl Reiner(Larry,voice), Stephen Fry (voice), Zendaya (voice), Jennifer Grey (voice), Molly Shannon (voice) Director: Christopher Jenkins

In Duck Duck Goose, a high-flying bachelor goose named Peng (voiced by Jim Gaffigan) is injured in flight and finds himself saddled with two adorably hilarious and demanding ducklings (voiced by Zendaya and Lance Lim), on a long journey south that will turn this scrappy threesome into a family.

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The Rider Genre: Drama Cast: Brady Jandreau, Tim Jandreau, Lilly Jandreau, Lane Scott, Cat Clifford Director: Chloé Zhao

Based on a true story, The Rider stars breakout Brady Jandreau as a once rising star of the rodeo circuit warned that his competition days are over after a tragic riding accident. Back home, Brady finds himself wondering what he has to live for when he can no longer do what gives him a sense of purpose: to ride and compete. In an attempt to regain control of his fate, Brady undertakes a search for new identity and tries to redefine his idea of what it means to be a man in the heartland of America.

Cloverfield Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Sequel Cast: John Krasinski, David Oyelowo, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Daniel Bruhl, Elizabeth Debicki, Zhang Ziyi Director: Julius Onah

After a physics experiment with a large hadron accelerator causes the Earth to seemingly vanish completely, the terrified crew of an orbiting American space station is left floating in the middle ofnow- even-more-empty space. When a European spacecraft appears on their radar, the Americans must determine whether it’s their salvation, or a harbinger of doom.

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Sgt. Stubby An American Hero Genres: Animation, Historical Cast: Gérard Depardieu (voice), Helena Bonham Carter (voice) Director: Richard Lanni The true story of a stray bull terrier mutt and the lasting bond he forged with the doughboys of the 26th “Yankee” Division at the onset of America’s entry into World War I. For his valorous actions, Stubby was the first dog promoted to the rank of Sergeant in U.S. Army history.

Dolphins Genres: Documentary, Family, Nature Director: Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey

Echo is a youngster who can’t quite decide if it’s time to grow up and take on new responsibilities-or give in to her silly side and just have fun. Dolphin society is tricky, and the coral reef that Echo and his family call home depends on all of its inhabitants to keep it healthy. But Echo has a tough time resisting the many adventures the ocean has to offer.

Game Over, Man!

Genre: Comedy Cast: Adam Devine, Anders Holm, Blake Anderson, Jere Burns Director: Kyle Newacheck

A Netflix original film stars Adam Devine, Anders Holm and Blake Anderson, produced by Seth Rogen and Scott Rudin.

April 2018 Mahan Inflight Magazine 37 Lifestyle www.Mahan.aero Biggest travel mistakes Going on vacation is a fun adventure that can quickly become a nightmare with just a few small mistakes. Here are some mistakes to avoid so you don’t ruin your great journey.

Relying on the weather forecast Leaving your walking shoes at home There’s no harm in checking the weather in advance, but When you’re discovering a new city, it’s usually best to do it’s probably going to change by the time you get there. it on foot so you can visit as many sites as possible. Having Don’t rely on the forecast to dictate your plans or the good shoes that are made for walking long distances is a clothes you bring. Be smart and plan several options to must and will help you avoid sore feet at the end of the day. make sure your trip doesn’t get ruined by bad weather. Crashing as soon as you arrive Staying glued to your smartphone In countries with different time zones, fatigue sets in quickly While on vacation, you’re supposed to disconnect from on the day you arrive. That said, try to resist the temptation your daily life, especially your smartphone. Nothing’s to take a nap when you get to your hotel room. Napping worse than letting your magical moments be marred by will only make it harder to adjust to the local time, plus it’ll an annoying email or bad news from work. likely draw out the adjustment period. Get some exercise, stay hydrated, and eat meals at the local time to get your Forgetting electrical adapters body acclimatized. When planning to visit a foreign country, especially in Europe, it’s important to learn what type of electrical Relying on an online reservation site outlet is used there, along with the voltage. If you forget, without doing your own research you might not be able to use your electronics, or they There are many websites that can help you make your may even get damaged. For larger devices like hairdryers hotel reservations—luckily, most of them are honest, but and electric razors, get an adjustable converter to avoid a a few are a trap for travelers. Many of them haven’t even power overload. visited the hotels to validate the claims of the properties they suggest—they’re just interested in collecting their Forgetting to make copies of your commission. passport and other important documents Not booking your hotel in advance It’s always a good idea to make a copy of your important The excitement of jetting off on a whim can make you feel documents and keep them with you—like your passport, like you’re going on a great adventure, but when night falls travel plans and routes, hotel reservations, and copies and you’re tired, it’s probably better to know where you’re of your credit cards. That way, if your originals are stolen going to spend the night, so you don’t end up sleeping on from you or taken from your hotel room, you’ll always a park bench under the stars! have proof of the documents you need to get home.

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Forgetting to buy travel insurance Many travelers choose to skip this step to save a little cash. But when you’re in trouble, travel insurance can get you out of a tough situation in case of illness or serious injury. Many countries don’t have the same types of health plans and you may find yourself saddled with a big hospital bill if you choose to travel without insurance.

Missing the main attractions While trying not to look like a tourist, you risk missing the top attractions and most significant monuments along the way. There’s a good chance you won’t have another opportunity to visit the top of the Empire State Building or stand outside the gates of Buckingham Palace.

Not identifying your luggage You’re probably not the only person on your flight with a medium-sized black suitcase. Think before you go and add some color to your bag so you can spot it from afar.

Forgetting to change your phone plan Don’t leave home without changing your phone plan. Depending on what country you’re traveling to, you might end up with a big bill at the end. You may not be glued to your phone the whole time, but you might need to use it in an emergency or to send news to your family. Above all, don’t forget to turn off your mobile data or put your phone in airplane mode.

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Packing metal objects in your carry-on You won’t be making any friends at security if you leave metal objects in your carry-on. They’ll set off the metal detector, and they’ll likely be confiscated if they’re blunt objects. Leave your tweezers and your eyelash curler in your toiletries bag—in your checked luggage—so you can breeze through security without any awkward moments with the agents. Exchanging your money at the airport You’re guaranteed to pay a higher rate if you decide to exchange your money at the airport, not to mention wasting your time. Instead, see if your bank has any special rates to maximize the amount you’ve decided to spend on your vacation.

Not knowing a single word in the local language You’re not expected to speak the local language fluently before you leave, but you should know a few polite phrases. You’d be surprised what kinds of doors can be opened with a simple “hello” and “thank you.” You can also bring a phrase book or application to help you ask for information once you arrive.

Staying in the tourist areas There’s much more to see than the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Trevi Fountain in Rome. While some attractions are a must-see, be sure to get off the beaten path. Don’t be afraid to get a little lost and go on an adventure far from the tourist areas. It’s the best way to live like a local, and you just might make some amazing discoveries that will stay in your memory forever.

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Spending the entire time behind a camera The most beautiful moments of your vacation happen before your eyes, but you might miss them if you’re always behind a lens. Yes, you want to immortalize every moment, but if you try to fit everything into a frame, you run the risk of missing half the highlights of your trip.

Following exactly your original plan There’s nothing wrong with wanting to be prepared and planning an action- packed journey, but it’s likely that things will need to change once you’re there. Traveling in a strange land always has its share of surprises—it’s not necessary to follow your original plan. Make compromises and don’t hesitate to change the parts of your itinerary that seem less interesting than others. Forgetting to get the right vaccines To visit certain high-risk countries, travelers need to get vaccines six weeks before their departure. If you plan a stop in Africa or South America, you must get a yellow fever vaccine and have proof of vaccination on hand. Without this form, you can be refused entry and even be put in quarantine.

Not leaving enough time between connecting flights If your air travel plans have a connection, it’s strongly recommended that you leave at least two hours between the arrival of your first flight and the departure of your second. With busy skies, unforeseen weather conditions, and long lines at security, it’s better to leave a bit more time so you don’t miss your plane.

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Traveling with the wrong people Just because you’re best friends doesn’t mean you’re made to travel together. Make sure you have the same goals and especially the same vision for your trip. Nothing’s worse than finding yourself in an unknown city with someone who only wants to hang out by the hotel pool while you want to go off on adventures—or vice versa.

Relying too much on travel guides There are many travel guides for travelers. Even though they offer practical tools, especially maps of the tourist areas, don’t rely on them blindly. Their lists of must-see spots are often super touristy and the information gets outdated quickly. If you do decide to use one, make sure you have the most recent edition.

Traveling during high season Just because everyone else is traveling during the holidays doesn’t mean you should too. Traveling during high season automatically means higher prices, both on your plane ticket and your hotel room. Try to book your vacations for the shoulder seasons and take advantage of lower prices—so you can spend more on other things while you’re there. Forgetting to research tipping rates Many travelers have no idea how to tip in other countries. It can be a delicate issue because some places expect 15% to 20% of the bill, while others take it as an insult. That’s why it’s better to look it up before you leave, so you don’t get into trouble and especially to make sure you have enough cash for the duration of your trip.

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Failing to use a map or GPS You might think you have a great sense of direction, but you’ll probably get lost once or twice during your travels. To avoid spending a significant amount of time going around in circles, make a city map your best friend. If you’re renting a car, make sure it comes with a GPS.

Only looking at the photos when booking a hotel It’s easy for a hotel to put a few pretty pictures online to attract tourists. So before you book, make sure those photos are the real deal—research the location on several different sites and read the comments from people who’ve visited to verify the hotel’s quality and, above all, its authenticity.

Leaving without letting anyone know where you’re going Taking off on an adventure in a foreign country sounds exciting, but it can easily turn dangerous if no one knows where you are. Make sure at least one person knows where to find you and the approximate date of your return. This information could get you out of a jam if you get into trouble or need help.

Failing to learn about the local customs before leaving Before heading to another continent, it’s smart to research the habits and customs of your destination. Certain words and gestures have different meanings in different places and can make you seem insulting or get you into hot water.

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The first known use of the word capital is in early currency about the same time. Middle English, in which it was used as an adjective In Latin, capitalis also meant “chief” or “principal.” meaning “of or relating to the head.” It is derived from That meaning was adopted into English in the 15th the Latin adjective capitalis, of the same meaning, century to describe things of importance, such as which is based on the Latin name for “head,” caput. a city, district, manor, or monastery. Nowadays, The word was originally used to indicate something the noun capital is commonly used in reference to affecting the head, as in “a capital bruise” or “a capital principal cities. Both the French and Italians adopted wound.” capitalis with this sense in the form capitale. Their Injuries to the head can be serious and even fatal; by word eventually came to refer to an essential stock of extension, capital came to describe people or things goods used to enter into business. threatening the loss of life—for example, a capital This financial word worked its way into English in the enemy. Such deadly uses of capital have since died 16th century from either French or Italian. In time, away except in describing crimes, like murder, that are capital gained more worth with additional meanings, punishable by death or the punishment, as the loss of including “accumulated goods to produce other one’s head, inflicted for such crimes. The other familiar goods” and “accumulated possessions calculated to “head” sense of capital refers to a letter standing at bring in income.” the head of a page, passage, or line, and it was also in

46 April 2018 Mahan Inflight Magazine Documentary Works www.Mahan.aero Budget Budget goes back to 15th-century England, where it this sense was in referring to “a budget of news,” such was first a word for a pouch or bundle, and then for as one might receive in a long newsy letter or from a the contents of such a pouch. The Romans formed the long-absent relative. Latin nounbulga , denoting a leather bag or knapsack, Because of its news associations, budget was and this noun became bouge when it was taken into eventually employed in the names of news periodicals Middle French. The French diminutive form of the in both the U.S. and Great Britain. word, bougette, was also being used for a small bag. The financial sense of budget is first attested in the English borrowed the word as bowgette in the 15th 18th century, when it was used for a statement century, and by the early 17th century had settled on of the financial position of a government for the the spelling budget. At the time, the word was used ensuing year based on estimates of expenditures and for a leather pouch or wallet and for a leather or skin revenues. By the 1850s, budget began being used bottle. in a nongovernmental sense and more generally for In the 16th century, budget had also acquired the sense a financial account of a family or individual. From “a supply or stock,” as in “a budget of contradictions” this developed the sense of “the money available, or “a budget of knowledge.” The most common use of required, or assigned to a particular purpose.”

Check Chess is an ancient game, so it’s not surprising that you check baggage. Originally, the check used in the word check was used in chess before banking. banking referred to such a device: a counterfoil, or However, it should be noted that the game of detachable stub, of a money order that is retained chess did ultimately influence the development of the banking sense of the word. The etymology of check begins with the Persian word shāh, meaning literally “king.” When the king in a game of chess was in danger, Persian players would say “shāh” as a warning to their opponent. Anglo-French players of the game adopted the call as eschec, which entered Middle English as chek. Today, check is applied in a variety of senses having to do with stops, restraints, and hindrances—all of which evolved from the notion of checking the king by the issuer as verification of a transaction. Check in chess. One such use refers to something that is was first applied to the counterfoil in the early 18th used for verifying accuracy, authenticity, century and then to the bank draft—the written correctness, etc., like the check order directing a bank to pay money as instructed. (ticket) you receive when

April 2018 Mahan Inflight Magazine 47 伊朗新年倒计时N o - Pia N Ya 欢度努鲁兹节

波斯新年，即伊朗的春节在波斯语中叫做“努鲁兹”（Norowz），意思就是“新的一天”。“努 鲁兹”是伊朗人民的传统节日和全国性的节日。节日从伊朗历一月 一日（相当于公历3 月 21 日或我国的农历春分节）到十三日这段时间， 是真正节气意义上的春天的节日。除了伊朗外，阿富汗、吉尔吉斯 斯坦、塔吉克斯坦、乌兹别克斯坦、阿塞拜疆、土耳其等国家和我 国新疆部分少数民族也会庆祝“努鲁兹节”，这一节日已经延续了至 少三千年。 “努鲁兹”节源自琐罗亚斯德教，这一天虔诚的拜火教徒在篝火 前吟唱，普通的伊朗人都会通过跳火，守岁，探亲访友，踏青等方 式迎接新的一年。

伊朗历带你穿越回 1397 伊朗历（又名波斯历或 Jalaali 历）是目前在伊朗和阿富汗使用的阳历。它的历法是古波斯人基于观察天象，而不是 基于规则推算而来。透过从德黑兰（或东经 52.5 度子午线）和喀布尔精确的天文观测，确定每年第一天。每年的公历 3 月 20 日 - 21 日，正式踏入波斯历新年！

波斯新年的“7S” 所谓“7S”，是指在新年敲响钟声的时候，伊朗人通常要在餐桌上摆设的七样带有波斯语“S”音的食物或其制成品： Sir 大蒜、Sanjed 沙枣、Serke 醋、Sib 苹果、Samag 漆树、Sabzeh 青麦苗、

Samunu 麦芽。

这七样东西是有寓意的：苹果是天堂果，象征诞生；大蒜代表健康；金银币

代表财富；麦苗或象征生命力和新鲜；醋代表忍耐；调味香料和麦芽糖代表甜美1 的生活；而沙枣因为花很香，是爱情的象征。

除了上述这七种东西外，桌上也会放彩蛋、镜子、蜡烛和金鱼。彩蛋代表种族，

镜子和蜡烛有光明之意。除此外，桌上还摆着《古兰经》、蜡烛、玫瑰香水、镜子、

涂了色彩的鸡蛋、金币和一小缸金鱼。插满春天花朵的花瓶里以及风信子，干果 和甜点也是 7 种吉祥物装饰品的一部分。 ▲ 水彩画中波斯波利斯宫墙上的 根据古老的传统和信仰当每年辞旧迎新之际所有家庭成员都围坐在摆放 7 浮雕托起了“七喜桌” 个吉祥物的桌子跟前。家庭成员在诵读辞旧迎新的祈祷词之后要诵读《古兰经》。 然后家庭中的长者用钱或礼品作为给家庭成员的礼物。此后一家人在愉快的气氛中共进甜点，就新年的到来相互致以祝福。 5

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载歌载舞，欢度新年 每年最后一个星期三的伊朗跳火节拉开努鲁兹新年序幕，这有点类似中国大年夜，烟花爆竹，辞旧迎新！跳火节 源自伊朗本土宗教拜火教，即使阿拉伯人入侵，被破皈依伊斯兰教，伊朗人对火的喜爱和崇拜，始终流淌在血液中。

而到了正式过年，伊朗人要隆重庆祝一周。人们涌上街头生起“篝火” 又叫“夜火”然后全家人依次在“夜火“上跳来跳去，表示烧掉晦气，迎来光明， 驱邪除病，幸福永存。当夜幕刚刚降落，便见大街小巷燃起一堆堆篝火。 一家老小围着火堆，在朗朗笑声中跳火开始了。小伙子一马当先，奔腾跨过； 少年体态轻盈，翩翩起舞，飘然渡越；老人在袅袅余烟中缓步穿行；人人 口中念念有词：“黄色（指面黄肌瘦，身体萎弱）予你；红色（指红光满面， 体格健壮）给我”；祈求在新的一年无病无灾，永葆健康。跳“祝火”结束后， 少女们披着面纱，三三两两，结伴而行，边击银勺，边哼小曲，走邻访舍， 索取糖果，名曰“讨吉利”。她们还站在阴影下或街巷拐角处，偷听过往行 人的谈话，并用听到的第一句话来卜算自己明年的吉凶。

新年前三天，伊朗人的主要活动是走亲访友，主人拿出各种美味甜点 心和干果，款待客人。宴主或坐在茶炊旁饮茶，谈天说地，或围着一个大 水烟袋轮流吸烟，欢度良辰。 不仅是庆祝，年轻人的求婚很多也会选在新年期间。比较特别的是，伊朗人以十三为不吉利，反而会挑新年的第 十三天，全家结伴出游。 Spanish www.Mahan.aero

Noruz o el Año Nuevo Persa

20 de abril uno de los acontecimientos más importantes del calendario persa y una de las fiestas de Irán más celebradas, el año nuevo persa o el Noruz (no=nuevo + ruz=día, nuevo día en persa) Año nuevo persa o año nuevo iraní: Noruz Esta fiesta en Irán se celebra con la llegada de la primavera, cada año se celebra un día y hora diferente. Se celebra también en Azerbaiyán, Afganistán, Uzbekistán, Tayikistán, Turk- menistán, Pakistán, partes de India y entre los kurdos. También se celebra en Turquía y algunos países de Asia Central. Significado de Noruz, el año nuevo persa Estas fiestas de Irán tienen la representación simbólica de dos conceptos antiguos; Fin y Renacimiento. Se conmemora el despertar de la naturaleza tras los largos meses de invierno y la esperanza de un año fértil. Trayendo esperanza, paz al mundo. Preparación y celebración de Noruz, el año nuevo persa o año nuevo iraní Durante los días previos a estas fiestas de Irán, es tradición que las familias limpien a fondo sus casas como símbolo de purificación y renueven desde los utensilios del hogar hasta la ropa ya que es un símbolo de buen augurio con la llegada del año nuevo. Por lo que durante estas fechas aumentan considerablemente las ventas en todo tipo de negocios. Las siete eses (Haft Sin) del año nuevo persa Cuando se acercan estas fiestas de Irán, el país tiene como costumbre preparar y decorar sus mesas a conciencia. Deben seguir un ritual, como manda la tradición del Haft Sin ( las siete eses, ‘’S’’), deberán colocar siete elementos cuyo nombre en farsi empieza por ‘’s’’ y cada uno de ellos tiene un significado distinto: 1.Sabzeh. Brotes germinados de trigo o de lentejas adornados con un lazo rojo, simboliza remamiento, la nueva vida. 2.Sekke. Monedas de oro, simboliza riqueza y prosperidad. 3.Senyed. Fruto del ‘’olivo rojo’’, simboliza la fertilidad y el amor. 4.Sir. Ajo, simboliza la salud. 5.Sib. Manzana, simboliza la belleza y el deseo. 6.Zumaque. (una especia), simboliza el amanecer y la conquista de la luz, por su color. 7.Serkeh. Vinagre, simboliza la madurez y la paciencia. Además, se añaden otros elementos como: una pecera con peces de colores para que at- raigan la buena suerte, un espejo que es el símbolo de la autorreflexión en la literatura persa y huevos pintados que representan la fecundidad. El libro del Corán siempre está presente como símbolo de la fe y suelen iluminar la mesa con velas y adornos decorativos.

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Fiestas de Irán en familia Durante los 13 días que duran estas fiestas en Irán los iraníes viajan y hacen visitas a famil- iares y amigos siempre empezando por aquellos que tienen más edad. Los más pequeños reciben regalos o dinero, y como curiosidad los billetes siempre han de ser nuevos. Tam- bién es muy común ver a gente haciendo hogueras y saltar sobre sus llamas. El día 13, el úl- timo día de esta fiesta, las familias y amigos se reúnen en el campo y los parques, donde es tradición llevar los brotes germinados de trigo o lentejas. A estos se les hacen nudos en los tallos que representan deseos, para posteriormente ser lanzados a un río con la esperanza de que estos se hagan realidad. Después se comenzarán un año con fertilidad, alegría con muchas esperanzas.

Zeinab sadat serki

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منارة شمس تبريزي

مقبــرة شــمس تبريــزي مــن االماکــن الســياحية لمدينــة خــوي فــي بمحافظة آذربيجــان الغربيــة، والتــي تشــهد ًســنويا اقامــة مراســم لتكريــم هــذا العــارف والشــاعر الوطنــي الكبيــر، حيــث يقصدهــا ســنو ًيا عشــاق ومحبو شــمس من مدينــة خــوي نفســها ومــن باقــي المــدن االيرانيــة وحتــی مــن دول الجــوار. فــي مقبــرة شــمس تبريــزي توجــد منــارة باســم »منــارة شــمس تبريــزي«، وهــي مــن المواقــع األثريــة المتبقيــة مــن عهــد الملــك الصفــوي الشــاه اســماعيل. الواجهــة الخارجيــة لهــذه المنــارة مزدانة بقــرون كبش وحشــي اصطاده الشــاه اســماعيل طــوال اربعيــن ًيومــا أقــام فــي جبل »تشــله خانــه« بمدينــة خوي. مقبــرة شــمس تبريــزي كانــت تحيطهــا فــي ســالف العصــور ثــاث منــارات، بيــد ّأن الهــزة االرضيــة طالــت إثنتيــن مــن هــذه المنــارات الثــاث، وبقيــت منــارة واحــدة ســالمة ماثلــة للعيــان. محمــد بــن علــي بــن ملــك داد تبريــزي الملقــب بشــمس الديــن أو شــمس تبريــزي )582-645 هـــ.ق( هــو أحــد أعــام المتصوفــة والشــعراء الناطقيــن بالفارســية المشــهورين فــي القــرن الســابع الهجــري. لــه كتــاب باســم )مقــاالت شــمس تبريــزي(. وتجــدر االشــارة الــی أن شــمس تبريــزي كان اســتاذ الشــاعر العــارف جــال الديــن محمــد المعــروف بموالنــا.

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مدينة وميناء کنارك وساحل ُبزم في محافظة سيستان وبلوشستان

مدينــة ومينــاء كنــارك تعتبــر أحــدى المــدن الهادئــة النائمــة فــي تقــع بــزم علــی بعــد 9 کيلومتــرات مــن مرکــز كنــارك و 759 كيلومتــر أحضــان محافظــة سيســتان وبلوشســتان والمطلــة علــی ســاحل بحــر مــن زاهــدان )مرکــز المحافظــة(. ويعمــل %90 مــن ســکانها فــي صيد عمــان، وهــي تعــد مــن المــدن النموذجيــة التــي تتجلــی فــي معالــم االســماك امــا الباقــون فيمارســون األعمــال الحــرة وخدمــة الســياح. التعايــش بيــن القوميــات والطوائــف حيــث يعيــش الســنة والشــيعة مــع ويوجــد فــي بــزم رصيــف لرســو قــوارب الصياديــن کمــا أن هنــاك بعــض إخــوة متحابيــن تحت لــواء اإلســام العظيــم والۆهــم للجمهورية أربعــة معامــل إلنتــاج المشــتقات الســمکية، ويبلــغ عــدد مراکــب اإلســامية يقيمــون شــعائرهم بــکل حريــة يتقاســمون األحــزان الصياديــن حوالــي 100 لنــج و170 قــارب. ويحــط فــي بــزم کل عــام واألفــراح والمناســبات. عــدة أنــواع مــن الطيــور المهاجــرة لبنــاء أعشاشــها والتکاثــر وقضــاء تقــع كنــارك جنــوب محافظــة سيســتان وبلوشســتان، وتبلغ مســاحتها فصــل الشــتاء فــي هــذه المنطقــة. 11567 کيلومتــر مربــع فيمــا يبلــغ عــدد ســکانها 82000 نســمة. ونظــرا لــدفء ميــاه خليــج عمــان فــي هــذا الفصــل مــن العــام فإنهــا تجاورهــا مدينــة نيکشــهر ًشــماال، ومينــاء جابهــار ًشــرقا، ومدينــة تعــد مک ًانــا ًمناســبا لقضــاء فصــل البــرد والشــتاء لمــن يرغــب فــي جاســك فــي محافظــة هرمــزکان ًغربــا، فيمــا تطــل علــی ســاحل بحر اإلبتعــاد عــن البــرد والثلــوج والصقيــع واإلســتمتاع بطقــس ربيعــي عمــان ًجنوبــا. ومــن المناطــق التابعــة لكنــارك رصيــف ومينــاء بُــزم دافــئ والســباحة فــي ميــاه البحــر الدافئــة. لذلــك وبالنيابــة عــن أهالي )Pozm( لصيــد االســماك، حيــث يســتقبل أهالــي هــذا المينــاء فــي هذا كنــارك وبــزم الطيبيــن والشــرفاء أهــل الکــرم والضيافــة ندعوکــم لقضاء الفصــل مــن الســنة الســياح مــن أقصــی مناطــق إيــران بــکل حفــاوة أوقــات فــي حضــن ميــاه خليــج عمــان الدافئــة فــي فصــل الشــتاء وترحيــب. واإلبتعــاد عــن الثلــوج والبــرد.

April 2018 Mahan Inflight Magazine 53 الدق بالمالعق في »چهارشنبه سوري« الــدق بالملعــق، كان تقليــدا آخــر مــن التقاليــد المتبعــة فــي »چهارشــنبه ســوري«، وتجســيدا الســتضافة الفروهــرات اي االرواح باللغــة الزرادتشــية. الن الملعقــة والصحــن النحاســي رمــز لــاكل والطعــام. وكان االيرانيــون القدامــی يفرشــون موائــد تضــم مختلــف االطعمــة علــی اســطح المنــازل الســتضافة هــؤالء الضيــوف النــزالء تــوا مــن الســماء وبمــا ان هــذه االرواح خفيــة وغيــر مرئيــة فــكان البعــض يذهــب لــدق الملعــق ملثميــن ومغطيــن وجوههــم ليبقــوا متنكريــن اليعرفهــم أحــد ولمــا كانــوا يعتبــرون الغــذاء والمكســرات الطعــام الخــاص بالفروهرييــن لذلــك فانهــم كانــوا يتفاۆلــون خيــرا بــكل مــا يحصلــون عليــه.

صورة المير النوروزي مــن المظاهــر المصطنعــة، صــورة الميــر النــوروزي اي تبــدل مــكان الســيد والعبــد. ففــي هــذا التقليــد و بهــدف الترفيــه ينتخبــون شــخصا مــن الطبقــة الدنيــا مــن المجتمــع لبضعــة ايــام او بضــع ســاعات ســلطانا. امــا الســلطان المؤقــت )طبقــا لقواعــد اللعبــة( فــاذا اصــدر اوامــر فيی غيــر محلهــا فانــه ســتنزع عنــه ثــوب الســلطنة.

وجه اسود باسم حجي فيروز ليــس مــن دواعــي الدهشــة والعجــب ان تبــدأ فــي كل صــوب وحــدب مراســم هــذا العيــد بشــكل حماســي وعشــوائي؛ اذ ان العشــوائية واحــدة مــن مظاهــر النــوروز. لقــد كان االيرانيــون قديمــا يعتقــدون بــان حالــة اللهــدوء جــذورا للهــدوء وحالــة اللســتقرار جــذورا للســتقرار والســكينة والهــدوء ومــا اكثــر هــذه الظواهــر التــي يتعمــد فــي ايجادهــا ضمــن مراســيم النــوروز. ان صــورة مجــئ الحــاج فيــروز جيئــة ناريــة تعنــي عــودة الموتــی حيــث كان االيرانيــون القدامــی يعتقــدون ان ارواح الموتــی تعــود ثانيــة متمثليــن بافــراد يضعــون اقنعــة ســوداء علــی وجوههــم يجوبــون االزقــة والشــوارع ويكســرون بهــذا الطريــق الفواصــل بيــن المــوت والحيــاة والوجــود والعــدم.

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زرع الخضار رمز البركة والخصوبة فــي خضــم تنظيــف المنــزل وترتيــب االثــاث يبــدأ االيرانيــون قبــل 20 يومــا مــن عيــد النــوروز بانبــات الحبــوب فــي صحــون واوانــي خاصــة. كان االيرانيــون القدامــی يعتبــرون حبــوب القمــح والشــعير واالرز والعــدس واللوبيــاء والعــدس والحمــص والسمســم والباقــاء و الــذرة والمــاش متبركــة بالعــدد ســبعة او 12 بعــدد االبــراج المقــدس وكانــوا يزرعونهــا داخــل الطيــن الخــام ويتفاۆلــون خيــرا عندمــا تخضــر علــی أمــل ان تكــون فــي الســنة الجديــدة مصــدر البركــة والخصوبــة.

سكب الماء او رش الماء قالــوا ان عيــد ســكب المــاء كان مــن طقــوس وتقاليــد شــهر تيــر )الشــهر الرابــع مــن الســنة الهجريــة الشمســية( فاضيــف فيما بعــد الی مراســم عيد النــوروز وان ســبع ســنوات عجاف ســادت قبــل ســنوات طويلة. وضــاق النــاس ذرعــا مــن الجفــاف فتوجهــوا الــی الصحــراء للدعــاء والصــاة وطلــب هطــول االمطــار وعندمــا جــادت ســحب الرحمــة االلهيــة بالمطــر، عمــت البهجــة القلــوب واخــذ النــاس يقيمــون مراســم البهجــة والســرور ســنويا ويرشــون فــي وجــوه بعضهــم البعــض المــاء ومــاء الــورد تعبيــرا عــن الشــكر للخالــق علــی هــذه. هنــاك الكثيــر مــن النــاس مازالــوا يســتقبلون ضيوفهــم فــي عيــد النــوروز بمــاء الــورد.

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