Iran is the second largest country in the middle east and Due to its location you’ll also find a big diversity in matters of the landscape: from high mountains, green forests and the coast of the Caspian sea in the north, the Persian Gulf in the south to the wide deserts in the east of the country.

Another highlight is the architecture: historical buildings from the time of the Persian Empire, majestic palaces from the Shah era and monumental mosques.

Iran is becoming a tourist hot spot this year, with tour operators reporting significant increases in tourists booking trips to the Middle Eastern country.

From ancient cities with breathtaking mosques to gorgeous natural landscapes, here are some of Iran’s most beautiful, untouched tourist attractions.