Iran has a diversity of climates, creating cold snowy mountains, hot deserts, dense jungles, biodiverse islands and impressive valleys. So, there is a radical difference of temperature between the coldest and warmest regions of Iran at a given time during the year.

There are four seasons in Iran: Spring is from late March to late June, summer from late June to late September, fall is from late September to late December, and winter from late December to late March. Generally, July is the hottest month, and January the coldest. And December is the wettest month of the year.

For women, a scarf is mandatory. Also do not forget your personal medications. Also, bring along a piece of warm clothing (like a sweatshirt) because of the climate variety in Iran.

A VPN is useful to access some blocked websites and platforms in Iran. The climate in Iran varies considerably from region to region. So check the weather for the area you will be visiting and bring the necessary clothing. Wearing a headscarf is a MUST for all women. Both men and women should dress modestly – no shorts or vests in public. For women, shirts that cover your arms and trousers of skirts that reach the ankles are recommended.

Persian music is a clear mirror that best reflects all the ups and downs of Iran’s history and the familiar feelings of love, joy and sorrow that Iranians have felt in their hearts. Documents and treasures as old as pre-history show an elaborate musical culture in Iran. Today, Persian traditional music and Persian folk/local music are the main reflectors of this rich culture. In Persian traditional music, you can trace Persian mysticism and spirituality, as well as the unique sound of Persian instruments. In each region, you can also discover a one-of-a-kind musical tradition.

Do

• Do ask permission before taking a photo of a local
• Do respect the local culture
• Do take off your shoes before entering into an Iranian house
• Do wear modest clothing
• Do behave respectfully in religious places

Do Not

• Do not offer to shake hands with the opposite gender unless they offer their hands first
• Do not ask for alcohol as this is forbidden in Iran
• Do not openly criticise the Iranian government or its politics

Just like its diverse nature, Iran enjoys a rainbow of ethnic groups and Nomadic tribes. Each features its own unique costumes, music, dance, dishes, lifestyle, traditions and even sometimes architectural styles! They include:

Turks – who mainly live in the northwest)

Kurds – who live in the western mountains

Lors – mainly living in Lorestan, Chahar Mahal and Bakhtiri Provinces

Fars – spread around Iran

Arabs – mainly in the southwest

Baloch – mainly in the southeast

Talysh – mostly in the west of the Caspian Sea

The religion of the majority of Iranians is Islam. But minorities who believe in Christianity, Judaism, and Zoroastrianism also exist in different cities. The historical city of Yazd is now the center of Zoroastrianism.

Persian literature is the heart and soul of Persian culture! With poets Rumi, Khayyam, Hafez, Saadi, and Ferdowsi as the pillars and guardians of the ancient civilization and culture, Iran boasts of a rich literature that manifests itself in many ways. Mainly spiritual, moral, and humanistic, the works of these poets reflect themselves in Persian traditional music, art and culture.