We stayed two nights in Hamedan, a previous capital of persia which reflects a very open and tolerant atmosphere with many people speaking English, which is very rare.
The stay was packed full withRead more
Leaving Hamedan we crossed the most amazing pass at 2700 meters into a valley full of walnut trees and incredible vistas, to arrive at Bisotun where King Darius (148BC) had his victories engraved inRead more
Beautiful mountain tour tour today. Didn't quite make the 3.509 meters, but decided to make do with a 1000 meters less.
Kermanshah, relatively close to the Irak border has a wonderful SUK (market) where we topped up on spices, teas and other rarities.
The Tekiyeh Moaven ol Molk house illustrates the miracles from theRead more
Drove into Shirez canyon on the Seymare river today and spent two days there next to a tiny trout farm that grilled us the most amazing trouts, Iran style, crispy and full of spices.
Margot did a dayRead more
Driving into Kudasht there is suddenly a total traffic jam, grill fires everywhere and hundreds of trucks and shepherds who have brought their sheep to the market. Hundreds, if not more.
It is autumnRead more
Oh my god what a place to spend the night. At the top of a 300meter deep canyon with the sound of the Seymare river ringing up the walls.
A dream!
These two ancient cities have complex water systems to water the city and drive water mills, all dating back to 600 AD and still running today!
As we travel through the gates to houses and shops are evident. Each is unique, some with wonderful ornaments as a statement about who lives inside.