Iran in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Iran on a road map at 1:2, 250, 000 from the Tehran based Gitashenasi Institute in an English language edition with a larger number of smaller towns & villages than found on most maps produced outside the country. All place names are shown only in the Latin alphabet. The map shows the country ...

Double-sided map from the Vancouver-based ITMB showing on one side an indexed road map of Iran at 1:2, 350, 000 with altitude colouring to show the country’s topography, plus on the reverse a street plan of central Tehran, also indexed. All place names on both the road map & the street plan are in the Latin alphabet only. On one side is an indexed map presenting Iran at 1:2, 350, 000, with bold altitude colouring to show its topography. Road network indicates driving distances on main routes & highlights sections which used to be parts of the Silk Road. Railway lines are included & local airports are marked. Symbols indicate various places of interest, some annotated with brief notes. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 2º intervals. On the reverse is a very clear street plan of Tehran, indicating main traffic arteries across the city, metro stations & showing of various facilities & places of interest including petrol stations, embassies or consulates, selected hotels, etc. Accompanying index lists main streets, squares & neighbourhoods. Also provided is a diagram of the metro network, plus a small road map of the city’s environs, including access to the Alborz Mountains. ...

Iran in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ‘time-out’, travelling & communicating. There is also a separate chapter for business travelers, with important information on subjects such as business culture, meetings & making appointments. A Further Reading section also offers a list of recommended other history, travel literature & language titles available on the country. ...

Iran in the Odyssey Guides series; aimed at travellers particularly interested in the culture & history of their destination; the guides focus on the atmosphere, customs, & distinctive character of a country, region or city. As the only English language publisher based in China, Odyssey Guides specialize in Asian destinations, relying on the expertise of local writers. This gives readers more of an insider ...

Administrative map of Iran at 1:2, 250, 000 from the Tehran-based publishers Gitashenasi Institute, with all place names in the Latin alphabet, English language map legend, plus an extensive table listing in each province its townships with population details, etc. Each of Iran ...

Iran & Tehran on a double-sided map from the Gitashenasi Institute which combines an overview of the whole country with a street plan of the capital & tourist information, including hotel recommendations, etc. On one side is a somewhat basic map of the country showing its network of main roads & railways. Symbols highlight places of interest, towns with tourist accommodation & locations of petrol stations. All place names are shown in Farsi & Latin alphabet. The map has no topographic information beyond main rivers. Latitude & longitude lines are at 2 ...

In this remarkable book, Shirin Ebadi, Iranian human rights lawyer & activist, & Nobel Peace Prize laureate, tells her extraordinary life story. Dr Ebadi is a tireless voice for reform in her native Iran, where she argues for a new interpretation of Sharia law in harmony with vital human rights such as democracy, equality before the law, religious freedom & freedom of speech. She is known for defending dissident figures, & for the establishment of a number of non-profit grassroots organisations dedicated to human rights. In 2003 she became the first Muslim woman, & the first Iranian, to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. She chronicles her childhood & upbringing before the Iranian Revolution, her education & student years at the University of Tehran, her marriage & its challenges, her religious faith, & her life as a mother & as an advocate for the oppressed. As a human rights campaigner, in particular for women, children & political prisoners in Iran, her autobiography is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the life story & beliefs of a courageous & unusual woman, as well as those interested in current events (especially those of the Middle East), & those who want to know the truth about the position of women in a Muslim society. ...

Known as the jewel of Central Asia, Iran`s cities are packed with gilded mosques & blue-mosaic shrines built in honour of the country`s greatest leaders. Its people are generous & its terrain ranges from the sands of the Persian Gulf to the Alburz Mountains in the north. The expert authors give first-hand descriptions of attractions ranging from the exquisite mosques of Isfahan & the museums & palaces of Tehran to remote, spectacular mountain hikes. New maps & up-to-date information on all the basics
- hotels, restaurants, businesses & shops
- help you to uncover the mysteries of ancient Persepolis, to enjoy a soak & scrub in a local hamam, or to pick up a pair of giveh slippers or a Persian rug in Kirman`s bazaar.

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Now into its fifth edition, Bradt`s Iran continues to provide the most detailed background, history & cultural information available when visiting this ` Jewel of Central Asia`. This new edition has been thoroughly reviewed to provide all the latest information, from updated history & cultural developments to security, language & hotel prices, plus expanded practical information for independent travellers. Food & arts, rugs & handicrafts are all covered, plus new details of skiing in Iran & recommended Iranian movies. For outdoor enthusiasts, swimming & desert & eco-tours are also included. With new direct flights to Iran now available from Europe, & a warm-hearted & welcoming people eager to meet tourists, visiting this intriguing country has never been easier. Iran`s cities are packed with gilded mosques & blue-mosaic shrines built in honour of the country`s greatest leaders. Its people are generous & its terrain ranges from the sands of the Persian Gulf to the Alborz Mountains in the north. The expert authors give first-hand descriptions of attractions ranging from the exquisite mosques of Esfahan & the museums & palaces of Tehran to remote, spectacular mountain hikes. New maps & up-to-date information on all the basics
- hotels, restaurants, businesses & shops
- help you to uncover the mysteries of ancient Persepolis, to enjoy a soak & scrub in a local hamam, or to pick up a pair of giveh slippers or a Persian rug in Kirman`s bazaar. Thoroughly updated, this new edition also

Includes:: new details of ` Around Tehran`, caravanserai, Nishapur, Qaleh Rudkhan & Kurdish villages on the Silk Road Trail, plus new maps of the historic bazaars of Esfahan, Yazd, Kerman & Shiraz. It has been updated by Middle East expert Maria Oleynik, who is fluent in ten languages, including Persian & Arabic.



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