What do you know about the Iranian cross?

“Broken cross” or “cross” is an Aryan symbol and means good luck and rebirth. At one time the universe was considered to be a combination of the four elements of water, wind, earth and fire. Each branch of the cross symbol is the embodiment of one of the elements that, by rotating, maintain the system of nature. According to some, the cross and the broken cross are a symbol of the soul. Ancient man believed that when a person dies, nothing is lost, but the soul leaves the body and flies to the heavens like a bird. Thus, the bird was embodied in the form of a cross and the cross became a symbol of the soul. In the same way, when architecture builds a shrine, it decorates the building with the cross, believing that the crucifix is ​​a sculpted symbol of the soul. We can see an example of a cross in the role of Rostam, the tomb of all the Achaemenid kings except Cyrus the Great in the role of Rostam, in the role of a cross. This painting has been seen on the mouths of some pottery jars in which the dead were buried and also on Parthian cloths.

“Cypress Abarkooh”, the second oldest tree in the world

“Cypress Abarkooh”, the second oldest tree in the world in Abarkooh city of Yazd province, is a symbol of ancient Iran. Scientists have estimated the lifespan of the cypress tree to be between 4,000 and 8,000 years. The height of the tree is about 28 meters and the circumference of its trunk is about 18 meters. Fortunately, the Abarkooh cypress is still green and hardy. This cypress is a symbol of Ahuramazda (Zoroastrian god) in ancient Iran. In fact, it is said that the tree was first planted by him. There is another legend that believes that the cypress tree has a soul and this spirit Protects it. These days, the Yazd Cultural Heritage and Tourism Organization is in charge of protecting the Abarkooh cypress. In fact, the protective fence around it is one of the tasks of the organization to emphasize the importance of this natural place. The cypress tree of this giant tree, registered by the Cultural Heritage Organization of Iran, is waiting for UNESCO approval for world registration.

When traveling to Yazd, be sure to visit the Abarkooh tree located 140 km from Yazd.

A lake above the peak of Sabalan, the place of Zoroastrian mission
4811 meter peak of Sabalan in Meshginshahr, Ardabil, the third highest peak in Iran after Damavand and Alam Kooh, is a semi-active volcanic mountain. Some people consider Mount Sabalan as the place of Zoroastrian mission and some believe that the tomb of Zoroaster is located next to Lake Sabalan and under one of its boulders. Therefore, the natives consider it a sacred place and even swear by its name. All the peaks of Sabalan It is covered with snow and ice all year round. Summer is the best season to climb the peak of Sabalan and visit the lake. This lake is an elliptical volcanic lake with an approximate depth of 15 meters. The water of the lake is supplied by rain and melting snow of the peak. If you have experience climbing at altitudes above 4,000 meters, do not miss to see this unique lake.
to visit the Abarkooh tree located 140 km from Yazd.

The 1500-year-old wall of Gorgan is the second largest wall in the world after China.

The 1500-year-old wall of Gorgan is the second largest wall in the world after China. When the construction of the Great Wall of China was completed, it was 1000 years since the construction of the brick wall of Gorgan. Most of this wall has been destroyed and only small parts of it are buried under the ground. An American archaeologist who photographed Iranian antiquities with his private plane in 1315, sees a red wall in Gorgan and photographs it. These photographs later became documents for archaeologists’ research. Tens of millions of brick molds were used in the construction of this huge wall, and they found a large number of brick kilns at close distances to the wall. To provide water, they dug an aqueduct and built a 200-kilometer-long water canal. The construction of this wall took ninety years. The wall of Gorgan, in comparison with the series of walls of China, is a monument that was built with honor, and many innocent people and slaves were not killed in it!

Do you have the experience of black tourism ?

“Death” is perhaps the strangest title for travel. “Dark Tourism” is a type of tourism in which tourists go to visit cities and areas that have been affected. The word “black” refers to a dark chapter in history, areas where natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, wars, killings, countless deaths or massacres have occurred; And finally, places that arouse the fear and excitement of tourists. For example, a trip to visit the Hiroshima Museum in Japan, the city that fell victim to the US atomic bombs, or a trip to Chernobyl, Ukraine, where the largest nuclear disaster in history occurred and nearly 5 million people were injured and about 5,000 centers Residents in Belarus, Ukraine and Russia became infected with radioactive particles.
In Iran, visits to Ardabil cannibal castle, Nowshahr ghost lagoon, Jan Chabahar cemetery, Qasr prison museum in Tehran and Darvishkhan stone garden are classified in the black tourism group.

Zoroastrian Fire Temple in Yazd, the most important Zoroastrian fire temple in the world

It was built about 80 years ago. When the Zoroastrians decided to build a fire temple for themselves, a Zoroastrian Indian joined them to build this fire temple. In India, Zoroastrians are known as “Parseh”, they are the same Zoroastrians who immigrated to India 300 years ago. At the top of the building is the symbol of “Forouhar”, which for Zoroastrians is the cross of Christians. The symbol of Forouhar is the image of an old man, which shows the value that Zarathustra attaches to the elderly. It is said that the fire that burns in the fire temple of Yazd has not been extinguished for about 1600 years. The worshipers are only allowed to enter the room of the fire headquarters. The fire burns inside a large bronze chamber. This fire was brought from Aqada Karian Larestan fire temple to Aqda in Yazd and was lit there for about 700 years, then from Aqda to Ardakan and finally to Yazd. He was first transferred to the house of one of the priests and later to the current location of the Zoroastrian fire temple in Yazd.

The crisis of the Corona virus has hit the world tourism

The crisis of the Corona virus has hit the world tourism industry in an unprecedented way, but the hope of nations for the future and the post-Corona era has made many countries prepare for the prosperity of the tourism industry. According to the American Forbes magazine, seven countries have the potential to become new tourism hubs in the world after the end of the Corona crisis, and our country, Iran, is one of them. Different historians have a special interest and passion for Iran in any field. There will be many tourist attractions available whenever you travel to Iran during the year, tourists can go skiing to Disney or hiking in the heart of the central deserts of Iran at the same time. The other six countries are Ethiopia, Myanmar, Georgia, the Philippines, Slovenia and Tunisia. Pristine and beautiful nature, many ancient and historical buildings, fascinating customs and authentic culture are things that can help to make these lesser-seen tourist destinations more global. Be sure to visit 140 km from Yazd city.