Azadi Tower in Tehran

Azadi Tower has become the icon of Iran and a major tourist attraction in Tehran, with many people still visiting this landmark in the capital of Iran every year. It is 50 meters high and totally covered with cut marble. The stone walls, the pure lines, and the proportions of the whole building create a purposefully sober environment. Artifacts were chosen from different parts of the nation’s history as the tower is a duplicate of the Quran and a Declaration of Human Rights. Thanks to our energetic guests for sharing this amusing photo with us. 

 

 Australian guests are taking an  amusing photo in Azadi Tower.

Mehregan Ceremony in Iran

Mehregan or Persian Festival of Autumn, is dedicated to the Zoroastrian deity Mithra, who is venerated as the Persian god of friendship and truth. Mehregan also has mythological roots announcing the victory day of the legendary King Fereydoon over the scandalous King Zahhak. It used to be an emblematic approach to show Iranians respecting their freedom and resistance against giving up their ancient traditions.

Mehregan is celebrated on the 16th day of the 7th month, Mehr, at the time of harvest and beginning of winter. This feast would be celebrated for six days, starting on the 08th October (Mehr Rouz) and ending on the 13th October (Raam Rouz).

On the occasion of the festival, the participants used to celebrate the feast by wearing new colorful clothes and natural perfumes and setting a table of fruits, nuts, and flowers. These traditions are still practiced among Zoroastrians in Iran especially in Yazd.

Mehregan Ceremony in Iran