"Shiraz, gateway to Persepolis." Shiraz by allouc

Shiraz Travel Guide: 218 reviews and 604 photos

Dead poet society

It is rare that so much respect and attention is paid by any people to poets long gone as Iranians and especially Shirazis do to Hafez and Saadi. The two mausoleums are not only beautiful resting places for the two great poets but also a living testimonial to the culture of Persia.

Last visit to Shiraz: Oct 2002
Intro Updated Feb 24, 2007
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Reviews (8)

Persepolis Things to Do (3)

Persepolis is a UNESCO world heritage site. It was the ceremonial capital of Persia until Alexander the Great's troops... more travel advice

View of Persepolis from the hill. - Shiraz

Pleasant city Favorites (1)

Persepolis is a must, even if you are only slightly interested in archeology. Thanks to our guide Mr. Hamzeloo we got a... more travel advice

All this and a ton more in the Shiraz Bazaar. - Shiraz

Shiraz Bazaar Tourist Traps (1)

The Bazaar in Shiraz is an astonishing place with tons of amazing staff. There are intricate backgammon sets, beautifull... more travel advice

Saadi Masoleum Things to Do (3)

The resting place of one of the great pillars of Iranian culture. His work "Golestan" (the rose garden) is a masterpiece... more travel advice

Warnings and Dangers (1)
Mirror mosque

Restaurants (2)
See All Traditional Shirazi restaurant

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fabrice Oct 17, 2008 at 12:12 AM

I hope to go back to Iran very soon, it is such a beautiful country
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MalenaN Feb 18, 2007 at 6:52 AM

Shiraz is a lovely city!
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Sininen Feb 10, 2007 at 8:25 PM

Hello Alex! Great infor about Shiraz and your photos os eautiful. Happy birthday from Finland!
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fkompani Sep 13, 2004 at 11:14 PM

Lovely page :) But where did you have that strange dinner?
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aliamiri Mar 31, 2003 at 8:06 AM

Alex, your comments about my birthplace city, Shiraz, is accurate, honest and interesting. keep writing ...
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jenn_d Jan 1, 2003 at 9:35 PM

Your positive attitude really shines through on your pages. Very detailed descriptions.
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craic Dec 10, 2002 at 9:02 AM

Most interesting page. Add a pic of the mosque and you're cooking with gas.
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aadil Dec 5, 2002 at 11:58 AM

Marvellous city and Persepolis is a must see place!!! Fond memories of my visit in 1999!!!