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Is it Safe to Visit Iran: turn-down the telly, Iran is one of the safest and secure countries in the world, you will brings back a great memories traveling though the land of Iran. You feel absolutely safe either traveling alone or with others.

Female Travelers in Iran: solo female travelers who are planning to travel to Iran are feeling much safer and they can travel through Iran without any issue, I suggest using public transportations rather than private taxis. Hotels are really safe for women travelers in Iran.

Area and time zone of Iran: 1.648.195 Kilometers (16^th largest country in the world), +3.30 GMT time

Bank, Currency and Credit Cards in Iran: Most of the world`s currencies are recognized and its changeable in Bank’s and exchange offices all around Iran. Travellers can exchange money on arrival at IKA International Airport in Tehran, where there is a branch of Iranian banks round the clock. Unfortunately Credit cards are not acceptable in Iran at all at the moment, so, bring enough cash or travelers cheques for your travel expenses. The currency of Iran is Iranian Rail which called Toman for purchasing propose, 1.00 US$ is divided on 10.000 Rial, or 1.000 Toman.All the Banks are opens Saturday to Thursday 07:30 AM- 13:30 PM.

Mobiles, public telephones and Internet facilities in Iran: The country code for Iran is +98. Mobile phones are very popular in Iran. Buying Sim-cards is also cheap and you can buy them easily upon your arrival to IKA Airport in Tehran. It is illegal to drive while holding a cell phone. Internet is widely accessible on Internet cafes, large Hotels and Airports, you can dial via Public telephones in streets, shopping malls, hotels and hospitals, you may access Intl- Phone cards to Make a Phone calls to overseas, overseas operator and overseas directory information is available by dialing 118. Domestic directory in Each City information is available by dialing 118- dial 118 free from public phones in streets.

When to visit Iran: Iran enjoys a four season’s climate most of the year, with rainfall usually periodically only between late September and April. All the land in December and January are under cold climate except the Persian Gulf on south of Iran, rainy periods are interspersed in March and late April, rainy climate In Caspian coast lines in many, many, sunny days. There is little or no rain in center to East to South regions. Read more about best time to Travel to Iran

Languages of Iran: The official language of Iran is Persian (Farsi). English is understood in the larger cities and mostly by educated and youngers while Arabic is spoken as native languages of cities like Ahwaz, Bushehr, Babdar abaas and Persian Gulf.

Electricity: 220V/50Hz Europe - UK plug. Also 110V appliances can be used only with a step-up transformer or appropriate adapter.

Entering Iran: you can enter to Iran via Land borders, Sea and Air.

Passports and Iran visas information: Every visitor to Iran must hold a valid passport; contact Iranian embassy for latest advices on applying Iran tourist visa, you can also apply your Tourist visa on arrival at Iranian airports, but before that please contact Iranian embassy in area you live. Americal travelers required visa plus escorted tours and guide for travel to Iran.

Health and safety before traveling to Iran: Healthcare and medical facilities in the cities of Iran is good, but is generally insufficient in rural areas. Tap water is safe and drinkable Vaccinations aren’t required for tourists entering the country.

Religions of Iran: Shia Islam is the official religion of Iran, and Islamic law is the basis of the authority of the state. Other religions like Jews, Christians, and Zoroastrians are free to worship in their own way.

Working hours in Iran: shops and stores in Iran are open daily from Saturday to Thursday; some observe short breaks from 1pm to 4pm, reopening until 9pm. Some shops close later in the day and are open Fridays after sundown.

Customs and beliefs in Iran: Customs and beliefs are influence by Islam. Iranian peoples are so friendly and hospitable and mutual respect is expected from travellers. Visitors should respect Islam; Handshakes are the regular way of greeting. It is not usual for males to shake hand with females at least in streets. Personal space is not as important to Iranian, as they often stand close when conversing.

Travel to Iran during the holy month of Ramadan: During the month of Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking in public should be discreet from pray time at morning to evening pray time; between this hours you may find foods only in hotels.