Grand Escapades
Travel Photography & Travel Experiences of Africa, South America, the Middle-East & Asia
Amir Chakhmaq Mosque Complex
Yazd also has turned – deservedly – into a major touristic hub in Iran, and this is not without consequences. Around major attractions, taxis and touts approach visitors offering numerous tours and activities in and around town. But the good news is: once you venture a few streets away, you will be the only foreigner! Continue Reading →
Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah, Naqsh-e Jahan or Imam Square, Esfahan
Is there some truth in the Esfahani proverb: “ Esfahan Nesf-e Jahan ” or “ Esfahan is Half of the World ”? Discovering this city will most probably be the highlight of everyone’s visit to Iran, offering some of the finest architecture of the whole country, and actually some of the finest architecture I experienced altogether during my many trips. Continue Reading →