Uncommon Facts About Iran That Might Surprise You

Published on 04/05/2020
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To Be Or Not To Be

Architecture and Persian mats aside, Iran’s cultural heritage is poetry rich too. Locals are well versed in popular Iranian poetry and are usually quite open (and proud) to share some of the ancient poetry they grew up learning about, as well as hearing their parents recite from time to time.

To Be Or Not To Be

To Be Or Not To Be

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Female Drivers Wanted

While it remains an ongoing debate in Middle Eastern circles around the world, the global debate on whether women should be allowed to drive doesn’t affect Iran in the slightest. Women are allowed to drive, but there are some conditions. Should a woman be stopped for driving without her hijab, or if she has one that isn’t in the correct position, she will be remanded into custody and the car impounded. Not the best way to start your weekend, or any day of the week, for that matter.

Female Drivers Wanted

Female Drivers Wanted

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