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Isfahan

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The Persian culture suffered a major decline in the 7th century when the country’s army was defeated by Arabian conquerors. The Islamisation of the country started in 632. Naturally, this factor has seriously changed the country’s culture. Art and medicine were rapidly developing in the first half of the 7th century, and philosophy and literature also got an impressive boost. This period marks the start of the so-called ”The Golden Age of Islam”, and great achievements of that period impress people even nowadays. … Open

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Mongols invaded the region when the city started developing again. Soon after that, Tamerlane’s army completely plundered the settlement. However, Isfahan managed to recover and become one of the leading cities again due to its beneficial location. When Shah Abbas the Great became the ruler at the end of the 16th century, the city became the Safavid capital. This was a period of prosperity for the city. … Open

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Kuwait City

In Al Qurain Martyrs Museum, one can learn more about the history of Kuwait - in particular, about the tragic events of the 2003 invasion of Iraq. The museum itself is a house that was abandoned immediately after the intervention. Thus, visitors will be able to get a clear picture of what was happening here at that time. For locals, this is a real reminder of rough times and ... Open »

Baghdad

Among the unique monuments of Baghdad, it is worth highlighting the Al-Askari Mosque that dates back to the middle of the 10th century. The ancient mosque suffered from terrorist attacks during the war. In the post-war period, it was restored in maximum accordance with its historical appearance. In 2007, the ancient mosque featuring rich interior decoration was recognized as ... Open »

Isa Town

Khalifa Sports City Stadium is one more iconic place in Isa Town. It is a true pilgrimage destination for many sports fans. This stadium has a capacity of 20,000 people. It was built in 1968, so the country got an arena that could host events of the international level. By the way, some tourists may know the stadium by its old name - Isa Town Stadium. That said, local people ... Open »

Doha

High minaret is usually named as the most distinctive feature of Scheich Mosque. Travellers should definitely not forget to explore this beautiful monument. Guests of the city must not forget to visit an ancient fortress, which is located on a hill in the heart of the historic district of the city. For a long time the beautiful castle was the main residence of Qatar rulers. It ... Open »

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Photogallery of Isfahan, Iran

Top sigths of Iran

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Isfahan sightseeing

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