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Iran boutique hotels have always been integral in the tourist
economy of Iran. As such Shiraz city has always enjoyed a
good number of boutique accommodation
options. The diversity of
Shiraz hotels makes
finding lodging in this city a piece of cake. Shiraz is the site for a myriad of
traditional hotels.
Hotels in Shiraz are many among which you
can find
our
Shiraz Boutique Hotel, also known as Rashedi Boutique Hotel which is
one of the best options. Always a symbol of authenticity of human memories and bearing a tinge of history
and beauty, old paternal houses in Iran have been among the highly esteemed
mansions. Rashedi Historic House is an accommodation rarity with
an exotic
overtone. The place is the marriage of literature and history and exhibits such
an awe-inspiring splendor that takes the visitor by surprise at first sight.
The
Rashedi Historic House (named after the renovation master of the
place), now a boutique hotel with 7
bedrooms and a total of 17 beds opened on 31 August 2020. It
is a beautifully
built traditional house dating to 300 years ago nestled in
Pink Mosque (Nasir
ol-Mulk Mosque)
neighborhood. Since its renovation, it has been used
as a hotel. In 2016 it was purchased as a ruin from its previous owner
s
and was ren
ovated for 4 years.
Located in the middle of this architectural beauty is a square-shaped yard with
a pool and fountain in the center. Overlooking the yard, are the rooms' stained
glass windows in the facade of the building. A flight
of stairs with two rows of flower pots along, leads to the upper royal suites, giving a sense of
escape from the turmoil of the courtyard and functioning as a threshold to the
peaceful
world of inside. The rooms are quite comfortable as there you can find private
bathrooms and showers, Wi-Fi,
towels, clean beds and sheets and air-conditioning.
Shiraz Tours
A tour in Shiraz is an indispensable part of all
Iran tours. There are different
tours in Shiraz accompanied by versatile Shiraz tour guid
es
proficient in the language and very hospitable to the tourists. Travel tours in
Shiraz
include gardens tour
s where you immerse yourself in a magnificent Iranian style
garden such as Eram, a registered world heritage. A drive to Hafez tomb, a
revered Persian poet, is also something that you should not miss in Shiraz city
tour
s. Shahcheragh
Shrine,
Vakil Mosque, Nasir
ol Molk
Mosque,
Qavam House and
Garden,
Zinat al-Moluk
House and
Museum,
are also worth a visit
on a
Shiraz day tour. Spending
around 8 hours, you can fulfill
a
brief Shiraz sightseeing
tour. Walk to
Vakil Mosque after you visit Shahcheragh Shrine as the
third holiest shrine for
the Shi
a in Iran. Later, walk to the picturesque Nasir
ol
Molk
Mosque from Qajar dynasty. Next come
Qavam house and gardens and Zinat al-Moluk house as they display Persian artwork such as Persian mirror
work, inlaid work, and plasterwork.
Vakil tours are also among the popular Shiraz Vip tours. First, pay a visit to
the
Arg of Karim
Khan, Zand
Dynasty's king who opted for Shiraz as his
capital and ordained the construction of the buildings. Then amble to Pars
museum to see the glorious paintings from the time, the
tomb
of Karim
Khan inside
the pavilion and Nazar
Gardens. Afterwards, wander around Vakil mosque to see
the style of the construction of the time and finally head to the Vakil bazaar
and Saraye Moshir.
Another interesting tour you may wish to take is a visit to Bishapur Town. It is
a deserted ruin of a town dating to
the Sassani
d
Dynasty.
You will have to climb
a mountain to visit Bishapur
Cave and the massive statue of
the Sassani
d king, Shap
ur. Bishapur is
a ride of two
-hours
-and-half from
Shiraz. A taxi from Shiraz to Bishapur should cost you around
55 USD
.
Shiraz Persepolis Tours
Two of the most renowned and highly admired historical sites are Persepolis
(Takht-e Jamshid) and Necropolis (Naghsh-e R
ostam). Visiting Persepolis is a
must-
do trip for everyone keen on Iran
's historic sights tours. Persepolis is a
magnificent pre-Islamic Persian ruin from Achaemenid era 530 BC, and it is
registered as a World Heritage Site. It is an hour drive from Shiraz to
Persepolis. Necropolis (Naghsh-e-Rustam), another world heritage, which hosts
tombs and inscriptions of Achaemenid, Sassani
d,
and Elamite kings is a gorgeous
site to see. There
are many agencies that offer Shiraz
Persepolis tours.
The tour
s' price
s to the
historical site of Persepolis can be different, but you can always find a good
bargain. The opening hours of Persepolis are 8:30 AM-18:00 PM.
Qalat Village Tours
One of the most popular
Iran traditional villages tours is
Qalat village
tour, a small hamlet 20 kilometers away from Shiraz. A mesmerizing village with
colorful seasons, small gardens and stone and mortar buildings, it hosts
thousands of tourists every year. An eye-catching waterfall in the vicinity of
the city is a unique sight. Springs and rivers abound in the vicinity of the
village making it a pleasurable camping site for local people and tourists
alike. Gezel Arsalan, an ancient castle, and Glory of Christ
Church surrounded
by breathtaking gardens add to the beauty of this village. By booking a Qalat
tour you treat
yourself to
loads of joy. Our one-day tour of Qalat starts from Shiraz, and
they are all-included packages. That means you don’t have to worry about
anything!
Iran Tour Packages
Iran Tour packages are
quite varied and the chief reason behind it
is the sundry climate patterns that a tourist can find in this country. These
patterns stretch from the mountainous and freezing west towards the
humid
north, dry starry deserts of the center and the scorching south. A budget tour
in Iran is always a viable option. We have also created a fantastic option for
travelers
regarding our special packages
to some of the most visited
destinations
in Iran. By joining these tours, you will get a
good discount. Iran tour packages are also run from other counties and
cities around the world such as Dubai. Interestingly,
and
although
not many, some Iran tour packages can also be found and booked from India.
Shiraz Tourist Attractions
Tourist attraction in Iran can be roughly divided into three categories:
A. Religious and sacred sites
B. Historic sites and museums
C. Natural attractions and parks
Shiraz tourist attractions include all these categories. Once in the city, you
will need at least a week to bask yourself in the lessons of history and wonders
of nature.
Persepolis, Vakil Bazaar, and Naghsh-e-R
ostam
are unique historic sites that a
tourist should never miss. Nasir-
ol-M
olk
Mosque, Shah
cheragh Shrine and the
Tomb of Hafez are some of the most popular religious and historic sites
of the city.
Qavam House, a lovely garden in
Qavam Pavilion, Shapouri Pavilion and
Garden,
and Bagh-e-Delgosha are
very popular in the sightseeing tours. And finally, Afif
-Abad Garden, Pars Museum, and Meshkin-
Fam
Art Museum are popular with tourists with historic and artistic tastes.
Shiraz City
The bride of Iran, and one of its most ancient cities,
Shiraz is nestled in the
south of Iran. Set in a deep valley,
and once renowned for its famous vineyards, Shiraz city symbolizes literature, poetry, and light-heartedness. It was
appointed as the capital city during
the Zand
Dynasty’s reign in Iran. The city’s
agreeable climate, coupled with a host of historical attractions, makes it an
invaluable site for tourists. The history and culture of Shiraz go back to
thousands of
years ago. A point of interest in Iran, Shiraz hosts thousands of tourists every
year. The architecture
in Shiraz, a unique blend of pagan and religious tastes, pleases the eyes and
delights the hearts of tourists.
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