Sometimes we underestimate what some people can do or create. Our story begins 60 years ago, about a man named Darvish khan, who wasn’t normal like many others because he...
How is Chaharshanbe Suri celebrated in Iran? On the eve of the last Wednesday of the year Chaharshanbe Soori (or, “Red Wednesday”) is celebrated. This ceremony is a purification ritual...
What is doogh? As the most unique drink in Iran served with foods in traditional restaurants and people’s houses. Doogh is a dairy based liquid, made from mixing sourer yogurt,...
Where is Zoorkhaneh? In the time of the Persian Empire, the houses of strength (Zoorkhaneh) were dedicated places to train men as warriors and to encourage a sense of national...
What is Saffron? Saffron is a spice derived from inside of a flower called Crocus Sativus now known as the saffron flower. This flower is a plant with a relative...
Where is Tajrish? Tajrish neighborhood is located in the north part of Tehran at the end of Tehran’s Vali-e Asr Avenue on the slops of the Alborz mountain range. It’s...
Did you know that Persian culture has its own Valentine’s Day? It actually existed long before! Celebration of love, friendship and the earth In Persian culture mothers have very high...
Where is Larak Island? Around fourteen islands have been discovered in the northern Persian Gulf. Among them Larak Island is one of the most beautiful ones. This extraordinary place is...
What is Yalda? Yalda night is the celebration of the birth of the new sun. Yalda is the last night of autumn, and the longest and darkest night of the...
When is Nowruz? Nowruz is the Persian New Year. But you don’t have to be Persian to celebrate. It’s no coincidence it falls on the first day of spring. The...
