Malekan Township

Iran Tourism, The land of Grapes and Dried Nuts
Population:101,518; Center: Malekan;Distance to Tabriz:143 km
Tourism Attractions
_Shursu Tourism Pilot Zone
_Bakht Leylan Fort
_Bridges: Leylan (1 km south of Leylan city, over Leylan river,ll khanid period) and Qoli Kandi(Safavid period)
_Mordoq Chay River Banks
_Ali Balaghi Spring
Miyaneh Township
QizQalasi:the Maiden
Population:191,291; Center:Miyaneh; Distance to Tabriz:167 km
Tourism Attractions
_Kandovan Tourism pilot Zone
_Mahi Abad Lagoon (north of Miyaneh, a temporary habitat for birds)
_Imamzadeh Esmail
_Bridges: Shahr Chay (in Miyaneh city) and Dokhtar (was built in Sassanid era and renovated in Safavid period)
_Turk Stony Mosque (one of the major historical monuments in Miyaneh for its architectural style)
_Qiz Qalasi (i.e. the Maiden Fort, built simultaneously with Dokhtar Bridge) and Najaf Qoli Khan Historical Fort
_jamal Abad Caravanserai
_Hot Springs:Goy Daraq Village and Maman
_Dam`s Lakes:Ostur (shahriyar) and Aydoghmush
_QezalOzan River Banks
Bozghush Mountain Slopes
_kohanban Village
Heris Township



Barband Region
Population:68,300 center:Distance to tabriz:138 km
Tourism Attractions
_Barband Tourism Pilot Zone
_Sheikh Es-hagh Tomb (southern bank of Kuchak River)
_Venyar Bridge
_forts:Ay Qalasi (in Shiran village) and Howzli (in Esma`il Kandi village)
_Dam lakes:Arbatan and Nahand
_Okuzdaghi Mineral Spring
Varzaqan Township
The Red Gold of Iran
POPULATION:48,112;Center: Varzaqan; Distance to Tabriz: 103 km
Tourism Attractions
_chichaklu Tourism Pilot Zone (with rare wildlife species)
_Akkhareh Fossil Zone
_Seqendel Urartian Cuneiform Inscription
_Castle:Joshin Qal`eh (among the resistance centers during the early Arab`s invasion to Iran, was built in1st millennium BC) and Aghjeh Qal`eh
_Kharvana Mosque (13th and 14th centuries)
_Allah Dome (Mosque Tower)
_Amir Arshad House (late Qajar period)
_Villages: Aq Baba Faramarzi, Astamal, Keringan, Kasin and Karviq
_Arasbaran Forests
_Karviq Village`s Horse Racing Track
Haft Cheshmeh (i.e.Seven Springs) Region
_Zar AbadDam
_Gol Akhor Waterfall (a place in where the flowers shed petals)
Hashtrid Township
Azhidahak Fort
Population:66,042;Center:Hashtrud;Distance to Tabriz: 123km
Tourism Attractions
_Azidahak Fort and Tourism Pilot Zone (or Zahhak Fort,20 km to Hashtrud city)
_Lagoons:Zolbin Goli,Qosha Goli, Bezujjeq Goli and Yaniq Goli
_Aydoghmush Chay River
_Qazi kandi and Khorram Daraq Earth Dams and Sahand Dam
_Bayazid-e- Bastami Tomb (10 km west of Hashtrud)
_AqBalagh Cave
-Dalmeh Village
_Hashtrud Jame Mosque(Qajarperiod)
Cultural Attractions



The people in Azarbaijan-e-sharqi province hold different ceremonies in preparation of Nowruz (Iranian New Year, starting March 21 st).peoplecelebrate Chaharshanbe Suri, ancient Iranian fire festival, on the last Wednesday night each year. They jump over a running water chanting.:”May the ill-omened Wednesday disappears”.Women mold a woman figure with dough (calling Charshanbe khatun) and place a mirror and a comb under it. This ceremony symbolizes the fertilization of earth on the last days of winter . In Qurijan village,woman light a small candle on a walnut shell and let it float on water. During Nowruz, groups of Sayachi performers (travelling musicians and singers) walk through cities and villages, announcing the arrival of a happy spring. During the holy month of Moharram (the first month in Islamic Calendar), people hold a Special morning ceremony called Shakh-sey Vakh-Sey (meaning king Hussein,Ah Hussein). In this ceremony some people rub mud or charcoal to their faces and heads (a gesture to show their deep grief). They also decorate a horse in a way resembling Imam Hussein`s horse.
Shah Savan and Arasbaran who possess a rich background and enjoy certain social and cultural characteristics. They usually have identified locations for their Yeylaq and Qeshlaq.
Improvised singing, dedicated music playing styles, melodic arrangement, and the maturity of the songs, harmonies, special methods and appropriateness of vocals of the singers are inseparable.
Characteristics of music in this part of the country. Researchers divide the music in Azarbayejan into the following five main segments:
- Ashiqlar (traditional musician bards)
- Khalq Mahinlari (nation songs) and Moqamlar
- Ta`ziah Musiqisi (mourning and relegions music)
- Amak Mahinlari (dayli work and endeavor music)
- Toy Duyun Mousiqisi (wedding and dancing music).
- The main handicrafts of this province are carpet, Masnad (a textile wowen with beautiful designs), Varni,Kilim, pottery,ceramic wares, needling, silver work, Gereh chini, basketry and Mamagan works or Ru Duzi, that is an Iranian traditional style of sewing in wich the main framework of cloth is covered with colorful silk-made stitches.
Tabriz kebab, Kufteh Tabrizi (huge meat balls), Pichaq Qeymeh (kabab made of diced meat), Reshteh Polow Qeysi (rice with dried apricot), Doymaj (bread, cheese and butter), Qarniyarikh (minced meat, lots of garlic, eggplant and parsley), Khingal (minced meat,shallot yogurt, dough and lots of garlic), Dushamah Polow (rice, saffron and chicken) as well as different kinds of soups, jams and Dolmrh (stuffed vegetables) are among the famouse local dishes in this province.
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Is Iran safe in 2019?
In the recent years ago Iran has been threatened by the US government for starting war. But it never happened. Iran is as safe as it used to be for many years. The statement by the western travelers who have made a visit to Iran previously is a proof to this claim.
There are still many negative propagandas against Iran in the media claiming that Iran is a pro-terrorist country. But who have traveled to Iran in the recent years, are happy for not trusting the fool media.
Can you visit Iran as a tourist?
In spite of what the media specially US media try to show about Iran, the tourism industry in Iran develops frequently. The unique natural and historical attractions call the tourists from all over the world to come to Iran and even make the second and third visit to this country.
Recently many services have been provided for the tourist to make their trip to Iran more comfortable and pleasant. One of the most important of these services is the visa on arrival for many nationalities.
How many tourists go to Iran?
The number of the tourists visiting Iran in different from year to year. The average is around 27000 annually which is increasing by the policies provided by the government for the foreign visitors.
Can you drink in Iran? Do they sell alcohol in Iran?
Drinking alcoholic drinks is totally forbidden in Iran. In no super markets or restaurants, you can find this kind of drinks in Iran.
Bringing the alcohol is also forbidden in the airport and even as a tourist you are not allowed to bring it to Iran.
By the way there are many alternatives. There are many traditional and factory made non-alcoholic drinks that makes you not to miss your drinking habits.
Is Iran Expensive?
By the decreasing value of the Iranian currency, Iran is very reasonable for the foreign tourists specially the Europeans. You can now travel to Iran twice or even three times less expensive compared to 2017.
This does not just mean that you can do better shopping, it also affects your accommodation, your food and even your transportation quality.
What can I Buy in Iran?
The first thing that the foreign tourists tend to buy as the souvenirs for their families and friends are the handicrafts of Iran. Different cloth, dishes and carpets are among the most favorite handicrafts for the visitors.
In addition to the handicrafts, Iran has many delicious sweets in different cities. They are also good gifts for your friends who like sweet things.
What is Iran Best Known for?
2500 years of civilization and culture, powerful history and culture, different climatic areas and hospitality of the people are the most important factors for which Iran is well- known in the world and the tourists enjoy.
In addition to these, untouched rural and natural areas, clean cities and modern urban architecture in the metropolitans are also of great importance.
Can a US Citizen go to Iran?
Although there are many conflicts between Iran and the US the tourism industry in Iran is not affected by the political situation and US citizens are allowed to enter Iran with a visa in hand and with the company of a certified guide or in a formal tour.
What do I wear in Iran?
There is a special dress code for women traveling to Iran. They should cover their bodies and heads although there is no limitation for the color and model. Men are not allowed to wear shorts and sleeveless tops but T-shirts are ok.
For the both groups clothes with the political messages on them are not permitted.
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