We are in Iran. In every vain of our bodies we feel that. Being stuck at the border is really different than being at the holiest city of Iran. Thanks to very friendly Iranians we were able to visit as non-Muslims, the Imam Reza Haram (shrine complex). This is one of the marvels of the Islamic World and ever expanding to accommodate an increasing amount of visitors and show its importance in this modern age.
We are puzzled, surprised and intrigued by everything we see. We are observing it all to be able to understand, if only a little, the history and complexity of this country.
Haram-e Razavi (Imam Reza Holy Shrine)
and outside of Haram: Mashhad city and its people
Ayatollah Khomeini (1979-1989) and Ayatollah Khamenei (1989 – ), the Supreme Leaders of Iran after the Revolution in 1979
Amazing host, guide, storyteller, carpet merchant and inspiring Vali accommodated us in his amazing guesthouse!
