Choosing Shiraz as your traveling destination is killing two birds with one stone; one can almost experience every type of entertainment in this beautiful historical city. No matter when you travel to Shiraz, summer or winter, there’s always love in the air. Since Shiraz is one of the oldest cities in the world and one of the most important places in Iran, this city can fulfill every kind of expectation of travel.
Shiraz is more than just a city; Shiraz is a book written by time, a canvas painted by painters, and an unfinished story that continues its journey as time passes by. This is a magical place where you can have it all in one, for sure! Breathe in the Eram garden, pray in the Nasir al-Mulk mosque, walk in the Vakil Bazar, and relax whenever you want in small unique cafes that are located all over the city. Shiraz is where one can explore and never get tired of, where you can walk and watch for months, and still find a new corner to visit.
If you’re about to choose your next destination, or you’re interested in learning more about Shiraz, the following information is provided for you. Also, traveling to such an extraordinary place requires a brief plan. Our programs provide you with a well-planned vacation, so you won’t miss anything while exploring the city.
Where to visit in Shiraz
Here are some of the best-known places in Shiraz; which are considered to be the most influential locations in the city as well. If one decides to list all the attractions, there would probably be no end to the list, yet this is exactly what makes Shiraz so magical, as you can smell the flowers in gardens such as Afif Abad garden, or get stunned by watching paintings hanged on the Pavilion of Shiraz’s walls. This city is a host to every guest.
Historical places
I can assure you Shiraz is a city where you can find ruins and monuments around the modern city and visit palaces in the city. History is what Shiraz is made of. No doubt there’s a lot to visit. Going through the depth of history, that’s what you can experience by traveling to Shiraz. Many important places such as Perspolis, Pasargadae, Necropolis(Naqsh-e Rostam), etc. are located in this magnificent city.
Pasargadae:
One of the most popular places in Shiraz is Pasargadae which used to be the capital of the Achaemenid Empire under Cyrus the Great; one of the most incredible kings in Iran’s history. Cyrus the Great ordered his tomb to be made in this place; now, Pasargadae is an archaeological site and one of Iran’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Pasargadae was made around 559-530 BCE.
Tombs
Literature and art are inseparable parts of Shiraz. During all these years, this city has been home to several great poets such as Hafez, Saadi, Homay Shirazi, and many others. Getting more familiar with a culture includes getting more familiar with its literature. One of the main places to visit in Shiraz is the Tomb of Hafez, the great Iranian poet who lived from 1325 to 1390. Born and raised in Shiraz, Hafez is best known for his Divan of Hafez. He influenced the Persian language, no wonder how popular he is among Iranians. He’s like the sacred soul of the city as you can find signs of his poems all over the city.
