Shiraz has been known as the epicenter of Persian civilization for over 2000 years. The name of this city has been registered in history books as "Tirazis", "Shirazis" and "Shiraz". Shiraz, the city of poets, literature, and flowers is the capital of the central-southern province of Fars and is regarded as the city of great poets, led by the major poets Hafez and Saadi, who even Johann Wolfgang von Goethe once adored. Today, their graceful mausoleums, the tomb of Hafez, and the tomb of Saadi, splendid and extensive attract legions of Persian visitors. Dominant industries in the city include the production of cement, sugar, fertilizers, textile products, wood products, metalwork, and rugs.
The ancient city of Shiraz has some of the first Persian gardens and is a unique example of the hospitality and warmth of its people. Many historical and ancient attractions and old cities of the Persian Empire are placed in this city, showing the glory of a nation such as Persepolis Necropolis, and Pasargadae.
If you visit Shiraz in the spring, when the fragrance of flowers, especially orange tree blossoms has filled up the air, you’ll feel the highlights of this cultural city. There’s also a visitable 3-story pavilion in the center of Eram Garden, a botanical Persian garden replete with palm trees, red roses, and flowing water. Also, Shāh Chérāgh is a funerary monument and mosque in Shiraz, which attracts many pilgrims yearly.
Even if the name of the city suggests otherwise, Shiraz is not a city full of delicious red wine, because just like anywhere else in Iran, alcohol is strictly prohibited. For over a thousand years, Shiraz has been a regional trade center. It is one of the oldest cities in ancient Iran.
About the Climate of Shiraz
Shiraz has sweltering, arid, and clear summers and cold & mostly clear winters. The temperature typically varies from 32°F to 99°F and is rarely below 26°F or above 103°F over the year. It’s best to visit Shiraz from late May to late September.
Shiraz World Heritage Sites
Shiraz was nominated for the title of the second literary city in the world by UNESCO, but due to the incompetence of the officials and their lack of follow-up and attention, the title went to Melbourne, Australia. A few of Shiraz’s ancient attractions have made their way into the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which are:
“Bagh” has always had a special place in Iranian culture, and Shiraz has been famous for having many beautiful gardens, which can be found mostly in the northwest region of the city and the areas of Qasrdasht, Kishan, Chamran, and Ma'aliabad. Some of the most famous gardens in Shiraz are Eram Garden, Afifabad Garden, Delgosha Garden, and Jahannama Garden.
Vakil Bazaar: One of the most charming bazaars in Iran
Vakil Bazaar stands out amid Old Shiraz’s historic bazaars in terms of grandeur and status. Vaulted avenues filled with more than 200 stores sell everything from gold and handicrafts to spices, rugs, and clothing from this bazaar.
Persepolis: The pride of the ancient Persians
When it comes to attractions in Iran that no Iran traveler should miss, you have to name Persepolis. The former capital of the Achaemenid Empire is now one of the most impressive ancient sites worldwide.
Naqsh-e Rustam necropolis: A resting place of stone
The amazing tombs of Naqsh-e Rustam can be found 6 km north of Persepolis and they are so huge, that one can see them rising at the horizon from far away.
Citadel of Karim Khan: Historic Fortress
In the center of old Shiraz, sits this historic fortress with its beautiful restored turret towers.
Pink Mosque: A most famous mosque in Iran
The Pink Mosque of Shiraz (which you’ve probably seen in every article about this city), is a reason alone to visit Shiraz.
Bagh-e Naranjestan: A must-see attraction in Shiraz
It is a typical Persian garden, with a pavilion at the back that you shouldn’t miss.
Pasargadae: The ancient ruins of Pasargadae
Pasargadae is considered to be the home base of the first world empire to respect and include cultural diversity almost 2,500 years ago, and worth checking out.
Dasht-e Kavir & Dasht-e Lut: Deserts of sand and salt
Yes, Iran also comes up with impressively huge deserts! Everyone who has the opportunity to visit one of the deserts of Iran simply has to do it.
Maharloo Lake: Pink Lake of Shiraz
The Maharloo Lake is famously known as the Pink Lake of Shiraz, which is a seasonal salt lake in the highlands around Shiraz.
Bam & Rayen: Cities of Clay
There are the famous citadels of Iran. Particularly worth visiting are the cities of Rayan and Bam which offer the most beautiful Clay fortresses in the country.
Shiraz Medical View
Shiraz, Fars province is active in all medical areas. Shiraz can be called the canon of organ transplants. Shiraz specializes in epilepsy treatment andliver, kidney, and bone marrow transplants in Iran. Also, Shiraz highly specializes in ophthalmologic surgeries. The most equipped center for organ transplants in the Middle East is also in the city.
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Shiraz is known as the city of poets, literature, and flowers. Since there are many gardens and fruit trees in Shiraz (such as Eram Garden), many Iranians consider it the city of gardens.
Shiraz wine refers separately to two different well-known wines. Historically, the name would refer to the wine which got produced around the city of Shiraz in Iran. Currently, “Shiraz” is an alternative name used for the Syrah grape, mostly used in Australia and South Africa.
Shiraz has a variety of souvenirs you could buy, in the markets of Shiraz there are many types of Masqeti (including Pistachio, Rose, or saffron Masqati), with the most popular being Larestan Masqati. If you are looking to shop in Shiraz, it’s best to buy them from Vakil Bazzar.
You could say that! The earliest chemical evidence for grape wine came from jars unearthed at the Neolithic village of Hajji Firuz Tepe, in the northern Zagros Mountains of northwestern Iran, around 2500 BC. The village dates to about 5400-5000BC.
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