One of the oldest cities in Iran, it was the center of Persia 2500 years ago and has many cultural relics.

The most amazing thing about my trip to Iran is a city called Shiraz. This southern Iranian city is not near Teheran, but when you come here, you will find many tourists from China gathered here. Especially in the pink mosque, you can also meet some China tour groups who come here to punch in and take photos.

Shiraz, once the center of the Persian empire, witnessed the birth of Persian civilization; It is also the hometown of wine, rich in seedless grapes and rich in sugar, so the brewed wine is exported overseas; It is also the hometown of Iran's greatest poet Hafez. Therefore, this ancient city must be a must for cultural travelers.

It can be said that Shiraz has both world-renowned Persian civilization and bad city streets. After the gradual decline of Persian civilization, Shiraz has become one of the important representative cities in the search for Iranian monuments.

Persian dome

The first label of Shiraz is mosque. Like other cities, the mosque is the most beautiful building in this city, but compared with other cities, the mosque in Shiraz is not atmospheric, but it is small, exquisite and beautiful.

Walking in the streets and alleys of Shiraz, you will meet a mosque full of fireworks, among which the pink mosque is the most classic and well-known on the Internet, and it is also the most popular tourist attraction in China. The beauty of the pink mosque, also known as the Mo Mosque, lies not in the beauty of the atmosphere of the building, but in the pink flower windows hidden in the main hall. With such colorful windows and mystery, I believe most tourists will not refuse.

The flower window of the pink mosque

If you are a small travel enthusiast, the Wakil Mosque next to Shiraz Grand Bazaar will definitely make you like it. This is an ancient temple built in 1773. If the pink mosque is a popular goddess, then the Wakil mosque must be the girl in the waiting room. After stepping into the gate of Wakiir Mosque from the bustling Grand Bazaar, a feeling of tranquility suddenly came to my face.

The gatehouse of Wakil Mosque

Although the angle of Wakil Mosque is not as shocking as that of the pink mosque, whether it is the restored promenade or the 48 columns arranged neatly in the main hall, the front will give you a sense of shocking momentum. Different twill of symmetrical cylinder also contains religious culture. Looking up at the dome with exquisite murals, tourists let you see the rich Persian civilization.

The colonnade of Wakil Mosque

After leaving the Wakil Mosque, we entered Shiraz and even Iran's largest market in a few steps, with rich Middle Eastern customs, high domes and unique decorations. Rows of shops; A dazzling array of specialties and endless stream of people surrounded the Grand Bazaar. However, in my opinion, this feeling of crowding is not annoying at all, but it adds a little fun to experience local life.

Night view of Shiraz Grand Bazaar

Another label of Shiraz is Karim Khan Castle, which was built in the early Zander dynasty. At that time, Karim Khan wanted to build a building comparable to Isfahan Palace to show his authority and great achievements.

The circular bunker of Kalimhan Castle

Although it is not as good as the palace I saw in Isfahan, it is called "the leaning tower of Pisa in Iran" because of the circular bunker tilted by the earthquake. Typical Persian courtyards, green eyes in spring and summer and provocative roses all add a bit of literary flavor to this simple castle.

Persian courtyard of Kalimhan Castle

Speaking of Shiraz's biggest label, it must be Persepolis, which is located more than 60 kilometers outside Shiraz. This capital, which was built by Darius I more than 2,000 years ago, was once the capital of the Persian Empire. Many countries will come here to worship the Persian emperor.

The palace hall in Persepolis

After all, the Persian Empire at that time flourished and even reached its peak. This great achievement can be seen from its vast territory covering Egypt, Asia Minor, the two river basins and northern India.

The iconic sculpture of Persepolis is now the symbol of iran air.

Even after more than 2,000 years, even after the wanton destruction by Alexander the Great, when I came to Persepolis, the only remaining remains, such as the Gate of the Nations, the Great Hall, the audience hall, the palace and the warehouse, still allowed me to see the glory and glory of the past, and of course I could not help but sigh the bitterness and loneliness behind a generation of dynasties.

The relief of Persepolis reflects the scene of tribute.

Iran's World Heritage Pasa Garden

The exquisite dome in the tomb of the lamp king

Tiles of Shiraz Mosque

As one of the oldest cities in Iran, Shiraz has more labels and attractions than these, such as the magnificent tomb of the king of light; For example, Naslostan, the mausoleum of the Persian emperor, where several emperors of the Persian dynasty are buried, and the tomb of Hafez, the most popular scenic spot in Shiraz, will all become the temperament of this city. Maybe it's my fault. My journey was too hasty and I could only see one-sided Shiraz.