Agra is one of the most visited cities of India. It is known for wonderful historical monuments and structures that represent the architectural brilliance of the artisans and architects of the past days. Agra is home to world popular Taj Mahal and many other spellbinding monuments. Thousands and thousands of people visit Agra every year to explore the architectural wonders of the city.Taj Mahal is one of the Seven Wonders of World...more
There are many monuments to see and architecture to be awed by you when you visit Kerman. Among the places which deserve special mention is the city of Rayen. Situated to the south-west of the city is a huge earthen structure which is only smaller than the Bam citadel. Known as the Rayen citadel, it finds its origin in the Sassanid era and is spread out over an astounding 20,000 sq.m area. The citadel has come into prominence in recent times...more
The unique village of Kandovan is located in the Azerbaijan province of Iran and is a marvelous depiction of cave-houses. You can travel to this quaint village when you visit Tabriz as it is situated just 60 km from it. If you drive down to this beautiful village from Tabriz, you will have an opportunity to see the natural beauty of Iran as you pass through Khosrowshahr, Mount Sahand and the Osku Chai valley. When you take a tour to Kandovan, you will realize that it is located in the Lake Urmia region which has a rich history figuring the Persians, the Medes as well as the Zoroastrians. A View of the Cave-HousesFrom afar, the village of Kandovan looks exactly like a termite colony. But as you go closer, you will realize that these conical caves have been made into houses and they are a result of the volcanic ash formations. The people living in these caves are termed troglodytes defining their cave-dwelling status and the fact that they live in seclusion. These caves were formed naturally after the eruption of Mount Sahand. The volcanic ash has undergone hardening through the years resulting in the formation of these caves. When you take a tour to Kandovan, you will see that the...more
Visit Chogha Zanbil, an Elamite temple, when you travel to Iran and you will get to see the most renowned ziggurat existing today in the world. It was the first site in Iran to be considered a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979. Although it was Mesopotamia which was well known for its ziggurats, this site is an exception and you will be surprised...more
If you opt for an Iran travel package, you will have the good fortune to visit Bisotun while traveling in Iran. This place had an old Persian name of Baghestan which translates to "place of the Gods". You will enjoy seeing the inscriptions which have been made on the rock face quite close to the village of Bisotun. The carvings are placed at a...more
When you visit Pasargadae as a part of an Iran travel package, you will learn about the importance of this place in Iranian history. The Achaemenid dynasty was well known for its valiant rulers and Pasargadae was the proud capital of this dynasty under the king, Cyrus II. Established in the 6th century BC, the capital city is famous for the ruins of well known monuments made during that time. It is located in the present Fars province of Iran and only 40 km distant from Persepolis, another important destination in such Iran travel package. Among the ruins which you must visit in Pasargadae are a fortress, the mausoleum of Cyrus, audience hall and two palaces with their included gardens.A Visit to the PalacesYou will find the use of stone very popular in all the structures which have been built in Pasargadae. The palaces too are no different. When you visit Pasargadae, you will be greeted by the message, "I, Cyrus, the king, an Achaemedian", on the gate of the palaces. This message is written in three languages of Old Persian, Babylonian and Elamite.The Other StructuresYou will be impressed by the extent of the gardens adjoining the palaces in Pasargadae. The irrigation system is...more
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Day trip from Luxor to Cairo to visit Cairo sightseeing as Valley temple, Great Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian museum. Lunch will be served during Cairo tour in good quality restaurant in Cairo. Private guide and private vehicle included...more