In spring the air here is filled with a sweet perfume, and in the fall, people’s perspiration from hard labor drenches the earth, Apricot and mulberry trees and, garpevines are cultivated alongside well-tended rice paddies. It appears that the comfort of the Iranian people depend upon the grace of the climate and nature. Nature, in her delicate manner, makes the traveler aware that he or she has arrived the the border of country with a superior culture. Upon seeing the well cultivated fields, one is reassured and concludes that the inhabitants certainly are both active and virtuous. Nature and people smile and, everything fortells of s good future.
Jubert, an emissary o the Qhadjar Court, sent to Iran by Napoleon Bonapart of France, in 1806
The desert of Iran, which we are in quest of are like lonely, still star, free from all transient troubles, beyond life and death. For people unfamiliar with them the deserts hold on meaning other than fear, but for those whose hearts know the beauties and difficulties, there is only an enthusiasm for a swift return. The deserts of Iran are spellbinding.
Alfons Gabriel 1935
Damavand dominates its entire surrounding area, and like a searchlight, atop the lighthouse, the land is under its observation.
Swen Heden 1886
The Persepolis attests to the enormous accomplishment and strength of the Achemenid kings, and, at the same time, confirm their devotion to God. Persepolis has never been a place of worship, for the nation.
Arthur Pope
Iran is a bridge between the far east and Mesopotamia. Consequently, people who came from different origins are united here Form the Iran at the dawn of history.
George Cameron
I prefer to live in a tent, more than anything. I prefer to ride horses and camp near a spring. The sound of spring presses the heart. I enjoy the Nomadic life and travelling alongside the tribes.
Andre Dodrad
It is said that Isfahan is half of the world. But for me, it is the entire world.
Alen Bayach
