Tag: Iran

Afghanistan, officially the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, is a landlocked country located at the crossroads of Central and South Asia. It has a rich and complex history, serving as a…

Jehangir’s Tomb (also spelled Jahangir’s Tomb) is a magnificent Mughal mausoleum located in Lahore, Pakistan. It serves as the final resting place of the fourth Mughal Emperor, Nur-ud-din Muhammad Salim,…

The Ancient City of Salamis, located on the east coast of Cyprus, was once the island’s most important and magnificent city-kingdom. With a history stretching back to the 11th century…

Tajikistan is a mountainous, landlocked country in Central Asia, known for its stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Listen to an introduction about Tajikistan Area: Approximately 143,100 square kilometers….

The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia (IAMM) is a cultural beacon in Kuala Lumpur, standing as Southeast Asia’s largest museum dedicated to Islamic art. It offers a profound journey through over…

Aylar Lie is an Iranian-Norwegian personality who has had a multifaceted career spanning modeling, music video acting, television reality shows, and professional poker. She became widely known in Norway after…

Old Kandahar City Ruins, locally known as Zorr Shaar, are the historical remains of the ancient city of Kandahar in southern Afghanistan. This archaeological site is a profound testament to…

The Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC) is a striking twin-tower skyscraper complex located in Manama, Bahrain. Completed in 2008, it’s globally recognized as the first skyscraper in the world to…

Saiful Muluk is a stunning alpine lake located in the Manoor Valley, Kaghan Valley, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. It is one of Pakistan’s most famous and enchanting natural wonders, renowned…

The King Abdullah I Mosque is a modern landmark in Amman, Jordan. Built in the late 20th century as a memorial by King Hussein to his grandfather, it is a…

Mount Nemrut (also known as Nemrud Dağı) is a 2,134-meter-high (7,001 ft) mountain in southeastern Turkey, famous for its summit adorned with colossal stone statues. These statues are part of…

Al Mubarakiya Souq is a historic and vibrant traditional market located in the heart of Kuwait City. As one of the oldest souqs in Kuwait, it served as a central…

The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is a magnificent contemporary Islamic architectural marvel located in Muscat, the capital city of Oman. Commissioned by Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, it was…

Lalbagh Fort is a compelling, yet incomplete, 17th-century Mughal fort complex located in the heart of Old Dhaka, Bangladesh. Despite its unfinished state, it stands as a significant architectural legacy…

Bahrain, officially the Kingdom of Bahrain, is an island country in West Asia. Situated on the Persian Gulf, it comprises a small archipelago of 50 natural islands and an additional…

Asia is the world’s largest and most populous continent, offering a kaleidoscope of cultures, landscapes, and experiences. Listen to an introduction about Asian Community Area and Population:Asia covers an area…

Suakin is an ancient Red Sea port city in northeastern Sudan, a hauntingly beautiful ghost town whose ruins are built almost entirely of coral. Once the region’s most prosperous trading…

The Parthian Fortresses of Nisa are the ruins of one of the first and most important capitals of the Parthian Empire (3rd century BC – 3rd century AD). Located near…

The State Historical and Cultural Park of “Ancient Merv” is one of the oldest, most complex, and best-preserved oasis cities on the historic Silk Road. Located in the Karakum Desert…

The Shah-i-Zinda (Шоҳи Зинда) is a breathtakingly beautiful and deeply sacred necropolis in the northeastern part of Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Its name, meaning “The Living King” in Persian, refers to its…

Chor Minor (Чор Минор), meaning “Four Minarets” in Persian, is one of the most charming, unusual, and beloved architectural monuments in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Built in 1807, this small, picturesque structure…

The Poi Kalyan (Пои Калон), or “Foot of the Great,” is the majestic and historical heart of the holy city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan. This magnificent architectural ensemble is dominated by…

The Gur-e-Amir (Гўри Амир) is the magnificent mausoleum of the great 14th-century conqueror Timur (also known as Tamerlane) in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Its name translates from Persian to “Tomb of the…

The Registan is the magnificent and historic heart of the ancient city of Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Its name translates from Persian to “Sandy Place,” a reference to the stream that once…

Kokhi Navruz (Кохи Наврӯз, or Navruz Palace) is a magnificent and opulent cultural and entertainment center in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. While its name translates to “Palace of Navruz”…

The Mausoleum of Khoja Mashhad is one of the most remarkable and historically significant architectural monuments in Tajikistan, and indeed in all of Central Asia. Located in the southern Khatlon…

The Hissar (or Hisor) Fortress is one of the most significant and well-known historical monuments in Tajikistan. Located in the fertile Hissar Valley, this ancient site has been a strategic…

The Church of the Nativity, located in the heart of Bethlehem, is one of the oldest and most sacred sites in Christianity. It is built over the cave, or grotto,…

Katara Cultural Village, often referred to simply as Katara, is a purpose-built development in Doha, Qatar, dedicated to celebrating and promoting global arts and heritage. Opened in 2010, its name…

Souq Waqif (Arabic: سوق واقف, “the standing market”) is the historical and cultural heart of Doha, Qatar. A vibrant marketplace that feels like an anachronism against the city’s futuristic skyline,…