Guide books for independent travelers in Iran
I am in the early stages of preparing for a possible trip to Iran in 2019. I am an independent traveler whose original motivation is an interest in the architecture of the country's mosques (and a European Union passport holder.)
Normally, I would start by reading in the Rough Guides series of guide books, but for perhaps well-understood reasons they apparently do not have a current guide book on Iran.
What are other good sources for independent travelers interested in visiting Iran (politics left aside) in terms of up-to-date (or everlasting) guide books or other printed information?
Best Answer
As you are interested in the built environment, books on those resources may help:
Iran: Architectural Guide by Thomas Meyer-Wieser
Iran has one of the oldest town cultures in the world. Unlike any other oriental country, Iran shows a unique urban and architectonic development whose defining characteristics merged with other cultures over the course of time, representing an important contribution to world architecture. In this guide, author and architect, Thomas Meyer-Wieser, embarks on a journey into history, showcasing nearly 300 buildings and projects in Tehran, Isfahan and Shiraz.
Persian Art and Architecture by Henri Stierlin
From monumental architecture to miniature paintings, sumptuous carpets, and ceramics: the decorative profusion of the arts of Persia captured in glorious detail through hundreds of color photographs.... Palaces, mosques, madrasas, and mausoleums display a mesmerizing decorative complexity, with form and ornament combining to create an indivisible whole.
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Can you travel independently in Iran?
Independent travel in Iran is the best way to see the country and it's very affordable compared with the overpriced tours offered by many foreign agencies who cash in on people's safety concerns. We travelled Iran independently for 30 days in November- December.What is something you should avoid doing in public in Iran?
13 Things Tourists Should Never Do in Iran, Ever- Don't talk politics. ...
- Don't show public displays of affection. ...
- Don't bring or drink alcohol. ...
- Don't ever say \u201cArabian Gulf\u201d or \u201cthe Gulf\u201d ...
- Don't throw toilet paper in the toilet. ...
- Don't shake hands with members of the opposite sex in public. ...
- Don't wear shoes indoors.
Do Americans need a tour guide in Iran?
Regulations for American travelers also remain intact: Americans (and our British and Canadian counterparts) must travel on a confirmed tour with a qualified guide at all times and must respect Iran's laws, such as observing hijab and abstaining from alcohol.Is Iran friendly to tourists?
Do not travel to Iran due to the risk of kidnapping and the arbitrary arrest and detention of U.S. citizens. Country Summary: U.S. citizens visiting or residing in Iran have been kidnapped, arrested, and detained on spurious charges.Wonderful People of Tehran Iran 😍 (Couchsurfing in Iran 🇮🇷)
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Answer 2
There are many books written by non-Iranian authors and travelers like
- Lonely Planet Iran (Country Guide)
- Lonely Planet Iran (Travel Guide)
- Among the Iranians: A Guide to Iran's Culture and Customs
- Iran (Bradt Travel Guides)
There are also some net information in this web-page. Also there are some books written by Iranian authors like Iran Travel Guide that is unavailable outside of Iran as far as I know. (Note: This book costs only 2$ USD!)
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