Uncommon Facts About Iran That Might Surprise You

Published on 04/05/2020
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Education is Everything

Fifty years ago Iran had a shockingly low literacy rate, with only four out of every ten people able to read. A more recent figure has 93% of the country earmarked as readers and writers. While things may have been somewhat more free and flexible before the revolution, people sure were reading far less than they are today.

Education Is Everything

Education Is Everything

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Don’t Bring Your Bikini

Just in case you wondered if it was appropriate to wear a bikini in Iran, it helps to know that it absolutely isn’t. As a result of restrictions in part due to their religion, women may never wear a bathing suit in the presence of men.

Dont Bring Your Bikini

Dont Bring Your Bikini

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