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sm:flex-row gap-4 justify-center items-center\">\n <a href=\"#destinations\" class=\"inline-block px-9 py-4 border border-amber-400\/70 text-amber-300 rounded-full uppercase tracking-widest text-sm hover:bg-amber-400 hover:text-black transition-all duration-300\">Explore Destinations<\/a>\n <a href=\"#contact-cta\" class=\"inline-block px-9 py-4 bg-amber-400 text-black rounded-full uppercase tracking-widest text-sm font-semibold hover:bg-amber-300 transition-all duration-300\">Plan My Trip<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"absolute bottom-8 left-1\/2 -translate-x-1\/2 bounce text-amber-300\/80 text-2xl\">↓<\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section id=\"why-visit\" class=\"py-24 px-5 sm:px-8 lg:px-16 max-w-7xl mx-auto\">\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16 reveal\">\n <p class=\"section-label text-amber-400 uppercase mb-3\">Why Iran<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl sm:text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold mb-5\">A Destination Unlike Any Other<\/h2>\n <div class=\"divider-center mb-6\"><\/div>\n <p class=\"text-stone-300\/80 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">From UNESCO-listed wonders to warm-hearted locals, discover why travelers are falling in love with Iran.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 xl:grid-cols-5 gap-6\">\n\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"wonders\">\n <div class=\"h-48 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760105\/pexels-photo-7760105.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Ancient wonders of Iran\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Ancient Wonders<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Walk among 2,500-year-old palaces and UNESCO World Heritage sites.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Read More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"nature\">\n <div class=\"h-48 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=800&w=1200\" alt=\"Natural landscapes of Iran\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Epic Landscapes<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Golden deserts, snow-capped peaks, and lush Caspian forests.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Read More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"hospitality\">\n <div class=\"h-48 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/15428341\/pexels-photo-15428341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Iranian hospitality\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Warm Hospitality<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Experience \"taarof\" \u2014 a culture of generosity toward every guest.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Read More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"cuisine\">\n <div class=\"h-48 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/14731641\/pexels-photo-14731641.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Iranian cuisine\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Culinary Journey<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Saffron rice, slow-cooked stews, and tea served with a smile.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Read More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"bazaars\">\n <div class=\"h-48 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/19271712\/pexels-photo-19271712.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Vibrant bazaars of Iran\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Vibrant Bazaars<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Get lost in centuries-old covered markets full of color and craft.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Read More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section id=\"plan\" class=\"py-24 px-5 sm:px-8 lg:px-16 bg-black\/30\">\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16 reveal max-w-7xl mx-auto\">\n <p class=\"section-label text-amber-400 uppercase mb-3\">Travel Essentials<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl sm:text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold mb-5\">Plan Your Trip With Confidence<\/h2>\n <div class=\"divider-center mb-6\"><\/div>\n <p class=\"text-stone-300\/80 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">Everything you need to know before you go \u2014 visas, timing, money, safety, and getting around.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-5 gap-6\">\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"visa\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">📄<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Visa & Entry<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Visa-on-arrival, e-visas, and requirements by nationality.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"besttime\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">🌿<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Best Time to Visit<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant travel conditions.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"currency\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">💰<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Currency & Money<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Cash culture, the rial vs. toman, and budgeting tips.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"safety\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">🛡<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Safety & Etiquette<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Iran is remarkably safe for travelers \u2014 dress code and customs to know.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"transport\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">✈<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Getting Around<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Domestic flights, trains, and comfortable intercity coaches.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section id=\"itinerary\" class=\"py-24 px-5 sm:px-8 lg:px-16\">\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16 reveal max-w-7xl mx-auto\">\n <p class=\"section-label text-amber-400 uppercase mb-3\">Sample Route<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl sm:text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold mb-5\">A 7-Day Journey Through Iran<\/h2>\n <div class=\"divider-center mb-6\"><\/div>\n <p class=\"text-stone-300\/80 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">Click each stop to preview a day-by-day route connecting Iran's most treasured cities.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto overflow-x-auto pb-6\">\n <div class=\"relative min-w-[980px] lg:min-w-0 grid grid-cols-7 gap-3\">\n <div class=\"timeline-line absolute top-[11px] left-0 right-0 h-[3px] hidden lg:block\"><\/div>\n\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day1\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 1<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Tehran<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day2\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 2<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Kashan<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day3\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 3\u20134<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Isfahan<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day4\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 5<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Yazd<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day5\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 6<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Persepolis<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day6\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 7<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Shiraz<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day7\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Departure<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Farewell<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section id=\"destinations\" class=\"py-24 px-5 sm:px-8 lg:px-16 max-w-7xl mx-auto bg-black\/20\">\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16 reveal\">\n <p class=\"section-label text-amber-400 uppercase mb-3\">Must-See<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl sm:text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold mb-5\">Iran's Top Destinations<\/h2>\n <div class=\"divider-center mb-6\"><\/div>\n <p class=\"text-stone-300\/80 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">A handpicked selection of the places that define an unforgettable Iranian journey.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-4 gap-6\">\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"persepolis\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760097\/pexels-photo-7760097.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Persepolis\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Persepolis<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">The magnificent ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"isfahan\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132523\/pexels-photo-33132523.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=800&w=1400\" alt=\"Isfahan\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Isfahan<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Turquoise domes, grand squares, and poetic bridges.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"yazd\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Yazd desert\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Yazd & the Desert<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Windcatchers, mudbrick lanes, and golden dunes beyond.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"shiraz\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760106\/pexels-photo-7760106.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Shiraz\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Shiraz<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">City of poets, gardens, and fragrant orange blossoms.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"caspian\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=800&w=1200\" alt=\"Caspian coast\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Caspian Coast<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Emerald forests, tea fields, and misty northern shores.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"kish\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31468394\/pexels-photo-31468394.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Kish Island\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Kish Island<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">A free-trade island paradise on the Persian Gulf.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"tabriz\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13308725\/pexels-photo-13308725.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Tabriz bazaar\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Tabriz<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Home to one of the oldest covered bazaars on Earth.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"desert\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7436047\/pexels-photo-7436047.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Desert safari\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Desert Safari<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm 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img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760105\/pexels-photo-7760105.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran holds twenty-seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, one of the highest counts anywhere in the world, ranging from the towering columns of Persepolis, ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, to the turquoise domes of Isfahan and the wind-catcher skyline of Yazd. Few destinations allow travelers to walk through seven thousand years of continuous civilization within a single trip.\n\nEvery region tells a different chapter of history: Elamite ziggurats in Khuzestan, Sassanid rock reliefs at Naqsh-e Rustam, Seljuk minarets, Safavid palaces, and Qajar-era gardens. For history lovers, archaeologists, and curious travelers alike, Iran offers an open-air museum unlike anywhere else on Earth.\n\nGuided tours led by knowledgeable local experts bring these sites to life, connecting ancient inscriptions and legends to the modern nation you'll experience today.`\n},\nnature:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"Epic Natural Landscapes\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's geography is astonishingly diverse: the snow-capped Alborz mountains rise just an hour from Tehran, home to Mount Damavand, the highest peak in the Middle East, while the humid, green Caspian coastline feels more like Southeast Asia than the Middle East, with rice paddies, tea plantations, and dense Hyrcanian forests.\n\nTo the south and center lie some of the most otherworldly deserts on the planet \u2014 the Dasht-e Kavir and Dasht-e Lut \u2014 with wind-sculpted rock formations, star-filled skies, and traditional caravanserais that once hosted Silk Road traders. Adventure travelers can also explore the coral reefs and mangroves of the Persian Gulf islands.\n\nWhether you're trekking, stargazing, or relaxing by the sea, Iran's natural diversity rivals countries many times its size.`\n},\nhospitality:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"Warm Hospitality\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/15428341\/pexels-photo-15428341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Travelers consistently rank Iranian hospitality among the most memorable aspects of their trip. Rooted in ancient Zoroastrian values and reinforced by Islamic tradition, \"taarof\" is a beautiful custom of generosity where hosts insist on offering their very best to guests, often refusing payment or offering food, tea, and gifts freely.\n\nIt's common to be invited into a stranger's home for tea, or to receive small gifts from shopkeepers simply for showing interest in their craft. This genuine warmth transforms simple sightseeing into deeply personal, human connections that many travelers describe as the highlight of their journey.\n\nOur local guides help you navigate these customs comfortably, ensuring every interaction feels natural, respectful, and rewarding.`\n},\ncuisine:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"A Culinary Journey\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/14731641\/pexels-photo-14731641.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Persian cuisine is a refined balance of saffron, fresh herbs, pomegranate, and slow-cooked perfection. From the crispy golden tahdig at the bottom of the rice pot to hearty stews like ghormeh sabzi and fesenjan, every dish tells a story of regional tradition and generations of technique.\n\nStreet food lovers will enjoy grilled kebabs, fresh flatbreads straight from clay ovens, and juice bars bursting with pomegranate and melon. Tea houses, or chaikhanehs, offer the perfect setting to relax with strong black tea and traditional sweets while watching daily life unfold.\n\nCulinary tours can be arranged to include home-cooked meals with local families, market visits, and cooking classes \u2014 an unforgettable way to taste Iran's soul.`\n},\nbazaars:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"Vibrant Bazaars\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/19271712\/pexels-photo-19271712.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's covered bazaars are living museums of commerce, craftsmanship, and social life. The Grand Bazaar of Tabriz, one of the oldest and largest covered marketplaces in the world, and the bustling bazaars of Isfahan, Tehran, and Shiraz overflow with hand-knotted carpets, saffron, spices, turquoise jewelry, and intricate miniature paintings.\n\nWandering these labyrinthine passages, travelers encounter centuries-old tea houses tucked into hidden courtyards, artisans still practicing traditional metalwork and marquetry, and merchants eager to share the stories behind their goods.\n\nBargaining is expected and enjoyed as a friendly ritual \u2014 a wonderful way to connect with locals while bringing home an authentic piece of Persian craftsmanship.`\n},\n\nvisa:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Visa & Entry Requirements\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132522\/pexels-photo-33132522.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Most nationalities can obtain an Iranian visa either in advance through an e-visa authorization code or on arrival at major international airports, including Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport. Processing typically takes a few business days, and requirements vary slightly by nationality.\n\nCitizens of the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada currently must book their trip through an authorized tour operator and travel with a licensed guide throughout their visit, a straightforward process our team handles from start to finish.\n\nWe recommend applying at least three to four weeks before departure to allow time for authorization codes to be issued. Our specialists can manage the entire visa process on your behalf, ensuring a smooth, stress-free entry into Iran.`\n},\nbesttime:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Best Time to Visit\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Spring, from March to May, is widely considered the best time to visit, with mild temperatures, blooming gardens, and the vibrant Nowruz New Year celebrations bringing the whole country to life. Autumn, from late September to November, offers similarly pleasant weather and fewer crowds.\n\nSummer can be extremely hot in the central desert regions and along the Persian Gulf, though the northern Caspian coast and mountain areas remain cooler and pleasant, making them popular domestic retreats during this season. Winter brings snow to the mountains, ideal for skiing near Tehran, while southern cities like Shiraz stay mild and comfortable.\n\nWhatever the season, our team tailors your itinerary to match the best regional weather, ensuring a comfortable and memorable trip year-round.`\n},\ncurrency:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Currency & Money Matters\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31468394\/pexels-photo-31468394.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's official currency is the rial, though locals commonly quote prices in \"toman,\" equal to ten rials \u2014 always worth clarifying when shopping. Due to international banking restrictions, foreign debit and credit cards do not currently work in Iran, so travelers should bring sufficient cash in euros, US dollars, or British pounds to exchange locally.\n\nCurrency exchange offices, found in most cities, typically offer better rates than hotels. Many tour packages include a prepaid Iranian tourist card that functions like a local debit card, making payments far more convenient throughout your trip.\n\nBudgeting is generally very traveler-friendly, with accommodation, food, and domestic travel costing considerably less than in most European destinations, allowing for a luxurious experience at a fraction of the price.`\n},\nsafety:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Safety & Cultural Etiquette\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Despite common misconceptions, Iran consistently ranks among the safer travel destinations in the region, with extremely low rates of violent crime against tourists and a culture that prizes hospitality toward visitors. Millions of foreign travelers visit each year without incident.\n\nFemale travelers are required to wear a headscarf and modest, loose-fitting clothing covering arms and legs in public; lightweight options are widely available locally. Alcohol is prohibited nationwide, and it's respectful to dress modestly when visiting religious sites regardless of gender.\n\nOur guides brief every traveler thoroughly on local customs before arrival, and are on call throughout your trip to ensure comfort, safety, and a culturally respectful experience at every stop.`\n},\ntransport:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Getting Around Iran\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13308725\/pexels-photo-13308725.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran boasts an extensive and affordable domestic flight network connecting all major cities, making it easy to cover long distances quickly. For a more scenic option, comfortable overnight trains link Tehran with cities like Mashhad and Yazd, while modern intercity coaches, known as VIP buses, offer reclining seats and excellent service between nearly every destination.\n\nWithin cities, taxis and ride-hailing apps are inexpensive and widely used, and Tehran's modern metro system is an efficient way to avoid traffic in the capital. For a fully relaxed experience, private vehicles with English-speaking drivers can be arranged for the length of your stay.\n\nOur team designs each itinerary around the most comfortable, efficient combination of transport, minimizing travel time so you can spend more time exploring.`\n},\n\nday1:{\n era:\"Day 1\",\n title:\"Arrival in Tehran\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132522\/pexels-photo-33132522.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Your journey begins in Tehran, Iran's dynamic capital at the foot of the Alborz mountains. After settling into your hotel, explore the treasures of the National Museum of Iran and the opulent Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site once home to the Qajar royal court.\n\nIn the afternoon, wander through the Grand Bazaar, sampling saffron sweets and fresh pomegranate juice, before enjoying a welcome dinner featuring classic Persian kebabs and herb-laden rice.\n\nTehran's contrast of modern skyline and historic palaces offers the perfect introduction to Iran's blend of old and new.`\n},\nday2:{\n era:\"Day 2\",\n title:\"Kashan's Desert Charm\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Drive south to Kashan, an oasis city renowned for its stunning traditional courtyard houses featuring elaborate stucco work, stained glass, and wind-catching architecture. Visit the beautifully restored Tabatabaei and Borujerdi Houses, masterpieces of nineteenth-century Persian residential design.\n\nIn the afternoon, explore the Fin Garden, one of Iran's oldest Persian gardens with cascading pools fed by a natural spring, followed by a short excursion to the nearby village of Abyaneh, known for its distinctive red mudbrick architecture and traditional dress.\n\nOvernight in a restored traditional guesthouse for an authentic taste of old Persia.`\n},\nday3:{\n era:\"Day 3\u20134\",\n title:\"Isfahan, Half the World\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132523\/pexels-photo-33132523.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Continue to Isfahan, once celebrated with the Persian saying \"Isfahan is half the world.\" Spend two full days exploring Naqsh-e Jahan Square, one of the largest city squares on the planet, flanked by the breathtaking Shah Mosque, the intimate Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and the elegant Ali Qapu Palace.\n\nStroll across the historic Si-o-Seh Pol and Khaju bridges at sunset, where locals gather to sing beneath the arches, and spend time browsing the covered bazaar for handwoven carpets, hand-painted ceramics, and delicate miniature paintings.\n\nAn evening at a traditional teahouse overlooking the river completes this unforgettable stop.`\n},\nday4:{\n era:\"Day 5\",\n title:\"Yazd, City of Windcatchers\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Travel to Yazd, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth, famous for its mudbrick old town, striking badgir windcatcher towers, and ancient qanat irrigation systems engineered to defy the desert heat.\n\nVisit the eternal flame at the Zoroastrian Fire Temple and the haunting Towers of Silence on the city's outskirts, then get lost in the narrow, shaded alleyways of the historic center, stopping for traditional Yazdi sweets along the way.\n\nAs evening falls, venture into the surrounding desert for a magical stargazing experience far from city lights.`\n},\nday5:{\n era:\"Day 6\",\n title:\"Persepolis & Pasargadae\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760097\/pexels-photo-7760097.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Today is dedicated to ancient Persia's greatest treasures. Explore Persepolis, the awe-inspiring ceremonial capital built by Darius the Great, where monumental staircases and intricately carved reliefs depict emissaries from across the ancient empire bringing tribute to the Persian king.\n\nNearby, visit Pasargadae, the tranquil resting place of Cyrus the Great, and Naqsh-e Rustam, where the rock-cut tombs of Achaemenid kings tower above dramatic Sassanid reliefs.\n\nThis is history at its most vivid \u2014 a fitting tribute to one of the ancient world's greatest civilizations.`\n},\nday6:{\n era:\"Day 7\",\n title:\"Shiraz, City of Poets\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760106\/pexels-photo-7760106.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`End your journey in Shiraz, the fragrant city of poetry, gardens, and wine culture. Visit the dazzling Nasir al-Mulk Mosque in the early morning, when sunlight streams through stained glass to fill the prayer hall with kaleidoscopic color.\n\nPay your respects at the tombs of the beloved poets Hafez and Saadi, where locals gather daily to recite verses aloud, then relax in the fragrant Eram Garden, a UNESCO-listed Persian paradise garden.\n\nCelebrate your journey with a farewell dinner featuring Shiraz's famous grilled specialties and traditional live music before your onward departure.`\n},\nday7:{\n era:\"Departure\",\n title:\"Farewell to Persia\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7436047\/pexels-photo-7436047.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Your driver transfers you to the airport for your onward flight, with plenty of time to reflect on a week filled with ancient wonders, warm encounters, and unforgettable flavors.\n\nMany travelers choose to extend their trip with add-ons to the Caspian coast, Kish Island, or the deserts of Sistan and Baluchestan \u2014 our team is happy to tailor extensions to any interest.\n\nWhenever you're ready to return, Iran will be waiting, with new cities, new stories, and new friends still to discover.`\n},\n\npersepolis:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Persepolis\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760097\/pexels-photo-7760097.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Founded by Darius the Great around 518 BCE, Persepolis served as the ceremonial capital of the mighty Achaemenid Empire, the largest empire the ancient world had yet seen. Today its monumental stairways, colossal columns, and intricately carved reliefs depicting representatives from across the empire bringing tribute stand as one of the greatest archaeological sites on Earth.\n\nA UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, Persepolis is best explored in the golden light of early morning or late afternoon, when the honey-colored stone glows warmly against the surrounding mountains. Nearby, the tombs of Achaemenid kings at Naqsh-e Rustam add further depth to this essential historical stop.\n\nNo trip to Iran is complete without standing before the Gate of All Nations, imagining the ancient ceremonies once held within these walls.`\n},\nisfahan:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Isfahan\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132523\/pexels-photo-33132523.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Isfahan is widely regarded as the crown jewel of Persian Islamic architecture, having flourished as the magnificent capital of the Safavid Empire in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Its centerpiece, Naqsh-e Jahan Square, is surrounded by extraordinary monuments including the brilliant blue-tiled Shah Mosque and the refined Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque.\n\nThe city's historic bridges, particularly the Si-o-Seh Pol and Khaju Bridge, come alive each evening as locals gather beneath their illuminated arches to sing and socialize. Isfahan's covered bazaar remains one of the finest places in the country to find hand-knotted carpets, delicate miniature paintings, and hand-hammered copperware.\n\nWith its unmatched blend of art, architecture, and atmosphere, Isfahan rightfully earns its historic nickname, \"Half the World.\"`\n},\nyazd:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Yazd & the Desert\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Rising from the edge of Iran's central desert, Yazd is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its remarkable adaptation to an extreme desert climate through badgir windcatcher towers and ancient qanat irrigation systems.\n\nYazd is also the spiritual heart of Iran's Zoroastrian community, home to the eternally burning flame of the Atashkadeh fire temple and the evocative Towers of Silence overlooking the city. 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Within the city, the dazzling Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, famous for its kaleidoscopic stained-glass interior, and the tranquil Eram Garden showcase Shiraz's enduring reputation for beauty and refinement.\n\nWarm weather, welcoming locals, and poetic charm make Shiraz an unforgettable final stop on any Persian journey.`\n},\ncaspian:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"The Caspian Coast\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Along Iran's northern edge, the Caspian coast offers a dramatically different landscape from the arid interior: lush green forests, misty mountains, tea plantations, and rice paddies stretching to the horizon, earning the region its nickname as Iran's green belt.\n\nPopular towns like Rasht, known for its vibrant food culture, and the resort areas around Ramsar offer a relaxed pace, fresh seafood, and stunning scenery, while nearby forest trails and waterfalls provide excellent hiking opportunities away from the desert heat.\n\nFor travelers seeking a cooler, greener side of Iran, the Caspian coast is a refreshing and often overlooked gem.`\n},\nkish:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Kish Island\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31468394\/pexels-photo-31468394.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Kish Island, a free-trade zone in the Persian Gulf, offers a completely different side of Iran: white sand beaches, coral reefs, duty-free shopping malls, and a laid-back resort atmosphere popular with domestic and international visitors alike.\n\nHighlights include the mysterious Kariz underground city, a network of ancient aqueducts transformed into a cultural complex, and the eerie Greek Ship wreck lying on the shoreline. Warm turquoise waters make it a wonderful spot for diving, snorkeling, and simply unwinding after days of cultural exploration.\n\nKish is an excellent way to end a Persian itinerary on a relaxed, sun-soaked note.`\n},\ntabriz:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Tabriz\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13308725\/pexels-photo-13308725.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Tabriz, in Iran's northwest, has historically served as a major crossroads of trade and culture, home to the Grand Bazaar of Tabriz, one of the oldest and largest covered marketplaces in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its own right.\n\nThe city reflects strong Azerbaijani Turkish cultural influence, evident in its cuisine, music, and warm hospitality. Nearby, the volcanic slopes of Mount Sabalan and the colorful terraces of Kandovan, a village carved into cone-shaped rock formations, make excellent day trip destinations.\n\nTabriz offers a rewarding stop for travelers seeking Iran's lesser-visited, culturally rich northwest.`\n},\ndesert:{\n era:\"Experience\",\n title:\"Desert Safari & Camping\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7436047\/pexels-photo-7436047.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's central deserts, the Dasht-e Kavir and Dasht-e Lut, offer some of the most dramatic and otherworldly landscapes on the planet, including the Lut desert's towering kaluts, wind-sculpted formations recognized among the hottest surface temperatures ever recorded on Earth.\n\nGuided desert safaris combine 4x4 dune exploration, camel trekking, and overnight camping beneath extraordinarily clear, star-filled skies, often paired with a visit to a traditional caravanserai that once sheltered Silk Road traders centuries ago.\n\nFor adventurous travelers, a night in the desert is an unforgettable contrast to Iran's ornate cities \u2014 pure silence, endless horizons, and a sky ablaze with stars.`\n},\n\n};\n\n\/* ============ MODAL LOGIC ============ *\/\nconst modal = document.getElementById('popupModal');\nconst popupImage = document.getElementById('popupImage');\nconst popupEra = document.getElementById('popupEra');\nconst popupTitle = document.getElementById('popupTitle');\nconst popupText = document.getElementById('popupText');\nconst popupClose = document.getElementById('popupClose');\n\ndocument.querySelectorAll('[data-popup]').forEach(el=>{\n el.addEventListener('click', ()=>{\n const key = el.getAttribute('data-popup');\n const data = contentData[key];\n if(!data) return;\n popupImage.src = data.img;\n popupImage.alt = data.title;\n popupEra.textContent = data.era;\n popupTitle.textContent = data.title;\n popupText.innerHTML = data.text.split('\\n\\n').map(p=>`<p>${p.trim()}<\/p>`).join('');\n modal.classList.add('show');\n document.body.style.overflow = 'hidden';\n });\n});\n\nfunction closeModal(){\n modal.classList.remove('show');\n document.body.style.overflow = '';\n}\npopupClose.addEventListener('click', closeModal);\nmodal.addEventListener('click', (e)=>{ if(e.target === modal) closeModal(); });\ndocument.addEventListener('keydown', (e)=>{ if(e.key === 'Escape') closeModal(); });\n\n\/* ============ SCROLL REVEAL ============ *\/\nconst revealEls = document.querySelectorAll('.reveal');\nconst observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries)=>{\n entries.forEach(entry=>{\n if(entry.isIntersecting){\n entry.target.classList.add('in-view');\n observer.unobserve(entry.target);\n }\n });\n}, { threshold: 0.15 });\nrevealEls.forEach(el=> observer.observe(el));\n<\/script>\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visit Iran | Discover the Land of Persia Your Adventure Begins Here VISIT IRAN Ancient citadels, turquoise-tiled mosques, boundless deserts, and a hospitality that will stay with you forever \u2014 experience Persia like never before. 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class=\"py-24 px-5 sm:px-8 lg:px-16 bg-black\/30\">\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16 reveal max-w-7xl mx-auto\">\n <p class=\"section-label text-amber-400 uppercase mb-3\">Travel Essentials<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl sm:text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold mb-5\">Plan Your Trip With Confidence<\/h2>\n <div class=\"divider-center mb-6\"><\/div>\n <p class=\"text-stone-300\/80 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">Everything you need to know before you go \u2014 visas, timing, money, safety, and getting around.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-5 gap-6\">\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"visa\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">📄<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Visa & Entry<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Visa-on-arrival, e-visas, and requirements by nationality.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More 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<\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"safety\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">🛡<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Safety & Etiquette<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Iran is remarkably safe for travelers \u2014 dress code and customs to know.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"transport\">\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <div class=\"text-4xl mb-4\">✈<\/div>\n <h3 class=\"text-lg font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Getting Around<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Domestic flights, trains, and comfortable intercity coaches.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Learn More <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section id=\"itinerary\" class=\"py-24 px-5 sm:px-8 lg:px-16\">\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16 reveal max-w-7xl mx-auto\">\n <p class=\"section-label text-amber-400 uppercase mb-3\">Sample Route<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl sm:text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold mb-5\">A 7-Day Journey Through Iran<\/h2>\n <div class=\"divider-center mb-6\"><\/div>\n <p class=\"text-stone-300\/80 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">Click each stop to preview a day-by-day route connecting Iran's most treasured cities.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"max-w-7xl mx-auto overflow-x-auto pb-6\">\n <div class=\"relative min-w-[980px] lg:min-w-0 grid grid-cols-7 gap-3\">\n <div class=\"timeline-line absolute top-[11px] left-0 right-0 h-[3px] hidden lg:block\"><\/div>\n\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day1\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 1<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Tehran<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day2\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 2<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Kashan<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day3\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 3\u20134<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Isfahan<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day4\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 5<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Yazd<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day5\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 6<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Persepolis<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day6\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Day 7<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Shiraz<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-item reveal relative flex flex-col items-center text-center cursor-pointer\" data-popup=\"day7\">\n <div class=\"tl-dot z-10 mb-4\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"tl-card rounded-xl p-3 w-full\">\n <p class=\"text-[11px] text-amber-400 mb-1\">Departure<\/p>\n <p class=\"font-bold text-sm\">Farewell<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section id=\"destinations\" class=\"py-24 px-5 sm:px-8 lg:px-16 max-w-7xl mx-auto bg-black\/20\">\n <div class=\"text-center mb-16 reveal\">\n <p class=\"section-label text-amber-400 uppercase mb-3\">Must-See<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"text-3xl sm:text-4xl md:text-5xl font-bold mb-5\">Iran's Top Destinations<\/h2>\n <div class=\"divider-center mb-6\"><\/div>\n <p class=\"text-stone-300\/80 max-w-3xl mx-auto\">A handpicked selection of the places that define an unforgettable Iranian journey.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-4 gap-6\">\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"persepolis\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760097\/pexels-photo-7760097.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Persepolis\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Persepolis<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">The magnificent ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"isfahan\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132523\/pexels-photo-33132523.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=800&w=1400\" alt=\"Isfahan\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Isfahan<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Turquoise domes, grand squares, and poetic bridges.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"yazd\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Yazd desert\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Yazd & the Desert<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Windcatchers, mudbrick lanes, and golden dunes beyond.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"shiraz\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760106\/pexels-photo-7760106.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Shiraz\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Shiraz<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">City of poets, gardens, and fragrant orange blossoms.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"caspian\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=800&w=1200\" alt=\"Caspian coast\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Caspian Coast<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Emerald forests, tea fields, and misty northern shores.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"kish\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31468394\/pexels-photo-31468394.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Kish Island\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Kish Island<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">A free-trade island paradise on the Persian Gulf.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"tabriz\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13308725\/pexels-photo-13308725.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Tabriz bazaar\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Tabriz<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm text-stone-400 mb-4\">Home to one of the oldest covered bazaars on Earth.<\/p>\n <span class=\"text-amber-400 text-sm inline-flex items-center gap-2\">Explore <span class=\"arrow\">→<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"card reveal rounded-2xl overflow-hidden\" data-popup=\"desert\">\n <div class=\"h-52 overflow-hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"card-img w-full h-full object-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7436047\/pexels-photo-7436047.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=627&w=1200\" alt=\"Desert safari\"><\/div>\n <div class=\"p-6\">\n <h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold mb-2 text-amber-200\">Desert Safari<\/h3>\n <p class=\"text-sm 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img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760105\/pexels-photo-7760105.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran holds twenty-seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, one of the highest counts anywhere in the world, ranging from the towering columns of Persepolis, ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, to the turquoise domes of Isfahan and the wind-catcher skyline of Yazd. Few destinations allow travelers to walk through seven thousand years of continuous civilization within a single trip.\n\nEvery region tells a different chapter of history: Elamite ziggurats in Khuzestan, Sassanid rock reliefs at Naqsh-e Rustam, Seljuk minarets, Safavid palaces, and Qajar-era gardens. For history lovers, archaeologists, and curious travelers alike, Iran offers an open-air museum unlike anywhere else on Earth.\n\nGuided tours led by knowledgeable local experts bring these sites to life, connecting ancient inscriptions and legends to the modern nation you'll experience today.`\n},\nnature:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"Epic Natural Landscapes\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's geography is astonishingly diverse: the snow-capped Alborz mountains rise just an hour from Tehran, home to Mount Damavand, the highest peak in the Middle East, while the humid, green Caspian coastline feels more like Southeast Asia than the Middle East, with rice paddies, tea plantations, and dense Hyrcanian forests.\n\nTo the south and center lie some of the most otherworldly deserts on the planet \u2014 the Dasht-e Kavir and Dasht-e Lut \u2014 with wind-sculpted rock formations, star-filled skies, and traditional caravanserais that once hosted Silk Road traders. Adventure travelers can also explore the coral reefs and mangroves of the Persian Gulf islands.\n\nWhether you're trekking, stargazing, or relaxing by the sea, Iran's natural diversity rivals countries many times its size.`\n},\nhospitality:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"Warm Hospitality\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/15428341\/pexels-photo-15428341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Travelers consistently rank Iranian hospitality among the most memorable aspects of their trip. Rooted in ancient Zoroastrian values and reinforced by Islamic tradition, \"taarof\" is a beautiful custom of generosity where hosts insist on offering their very best to guests, often refusing payment or offering food, tea, and gifts freely.\n\nIt's common to be invited into a stranger's home for tea, or to receive small gifts from shopkeepers simply for showing interest in their craft. This genuine warmth transforms simple sightseeing into deeply personal, human connections that many travelers describe as the highlight of their journey.\n\nOur local guides help you navigate these customs comfortably, ensuring every interaction feels natural, respectful, and rewarding.`\n},\ncuisine:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"A Culinary Journey\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/14731641\/pexels-photo-14731641.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Persian cuisine is a refined balance of saffron, fresh herbs, pomegranate, and slow-cooked perfection. From the crispy golden tahdig at the bottom of the rice pot to hearty stews like ghormeh sabzi and fesenjan, every dish tells a story of regional tradition and generations of technique.\n\nStreet food lovers will enjoy grilled kebabs, fresh flatbreads straight from clay ovens, and juice bars bursting with pomegranate and melon. Tea houses, or chaikhanehs, offer the perfect setting to relax with strong black tea and traditional sweets while watching daily life unfold.\n\nCulinary tours can be arranged to include home-cooked meals with local families, market visits, and cooking classes \u2014 an unforgettable way to taste Iran's soul.`\n},\nbazaars:{\n era:\"Why Visit\",\n title:\"Vibrant Bazaars\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/19271712\/pexels-photo-19271712.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's covered bazaars are living museums of commerce, craftsmanship, and social life. The Grand Bazaar of Tabriz, one of the oldest and largest covered marketplaces in the world, and the bustling bazaars of Isfahan, Tehran, and Shiraz overflow with hand-knotted carpets, saffron, spices, turquoise jewelry, and intricate miniature paintings.\n\nWandering these labyrinthine passages, travelers encounter centuries-old tea houses tucked into hidden courtyards, artisans still practicing traditional metalwork and marquetry, and merchants eager to share the stories behind their goods.\n\nBargaining is expected and enjoyed as a friendly ritual \u2014 a wonderful way to connect with locals while bringing home an authentic piece of Persian craftsmanship.`\n},\n\nvisa:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Visa & Entry Requirements\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132522\/pexels-photo-33132522.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Most nationalities can obtain an Iranian visa either in advance through an e-visa authorization code or on arrival at major international airports, including Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport. Processing typically takes a few business days, and requirements vary slightly by nationality.\n\nCitizens of the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada currently must book their trip through an authorized tour operator and travel with a licensed guide throughout their visit, a straightforward process our team handles from start to finish.\n\nWe recommend applying at least three to four weeks before departure to allow time for authorization codes to be issued. Our specialists can manage the entire visa process on your behalf, ensuring a smooth, stress-free entry into Iran.`\n},\nbesttime:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Best Time to Visit\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Spring, from March to May, is widely considered the best time to visit, with mild temperatures, blooming gardens, and the vibrant Nowruz New Year celebrations bringing the whole country to life. Autumn, from late September to November, offers similarly pleasant weather and fewer crowds.\n\nSummer can be extremely hot in the central desert regions and along the Persian Gulf, though the northern Caspian coast and mountain areas remain cooler and pleasant, making them popular domestic retreats during this season. Winter brings snow to the mountains, ideal for skiing near Tehran, while southern cities like Shiraz stay mild and comfortable.\n\nWhatever the season, our team tailors your itinerary to match the best regional weather, ensuring a comfortable and memorable trip year-round.`\n},\ncurrency:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Currency & Money Matters\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31468394\/pexels-photo-31468394.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's official currency is the rial, though locals commonly quote prices in \"toman,\" equal to ten rials \u2014 always worth clarifying when shopping. Due to international banking restrictions, foreign debit and credit cards do not currently work in Iran, so travelers should bring sufficient cash in euros, US dollars, or British pounds to exchange locally.\n\nCurrency exchange offices, found in most cities, typically offer better rates than hotels. Many tour packages include a prepaid Iranian tourist card that functions like a local debit card, making payments far more convenient throughout your trip.\n\nBudgeting is generally very traveler-friendly, with accommodation, food, and domestic travel costing considerably less than in most European destinations, allowing for a luxurious experience at a fraction of the price.`\n},\nsafety:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Safety & Cultural Etiquette\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Despite common misconceptions, Iran consistently ranks among the safer travel destinations in the region, with extremely low rates of violent crime against tourists and a culture that prizes hospitality toward visitors. Millions of foreign travelers visit each year without incident.\n\nFemale travelers are required to wear a headscarf and modest, loose-fitting clothing covering arms and legs in public; lightweight options are widely available locally. Alcohol is prohibited nationwide, and it's respectful to dress modestly when visiting religious sites regardless of gender.\n\nOur guides brief every traveler thoroughly on local customs before arrival, and are on call throughout your trip to ensure comfort, safety, and a culturally respectful experience at every stop.`\n},\ntransport:{\n era:\"Travel Essentials\",\n title:\"Getting Around Iran\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13308725\/pexels-photo-13308725.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran boasts an extensive and affordable domestic flight network connecting all major cities, making it easy to cover long distances quickly. For a more scenic option, comfortable overnight trains link Tehran with cities like Mashhad and Yazd, while modern intercity coaches, known as VIP buses, offer reclining seats and excellent service between nearly every destination.\n\nWithin cities, taxis and ride-hailing apps are inexpensive and widely used, and Tehran's modern metro system is an efficient way to avoid traffic in the capital. For a fully relaxed experience, private vehicles with English-speaking drivers can be arranged for the length of your stay.\n\nOur team designs each itinerary around the most comfortable, efficient combination of transport, minimizing travel time so you can spend more time exploring.`\n},\n\nday1:{\n era:\"Day 1\",\n title:\"Arrival in Tehran\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132522\/pexels-photo-33132522.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Your journey begins in Tehran, Iran's dynamic capital at the foot of the Alborz mountains. After settling into your hotel, explore the treasures of the National Museum of Iran and the opulent Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site once home to the Qajar royal court.\n\nIn the afternoon, wander through the Grand Bazaar, sampling saffron sweets and fresh pomegranate juice, before enjoying a welcome dinner featuring classic Persian kebabs and herb-laden rice.\n\nTehran's contrast of modern skyline and historic palaces offers the perfect introduction to Iran's blend of old and new.`\n},\nday2:{\n era:\"Day 2\",\n title:\"Kashan's Desert Charm\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Drive south to Kashan, an oasis city renowned for its stunning traditional courtyard houses featuring elaborate stucco work, stained glass, and wind-catching architecture. Visit the beautifully restored Tabatabaei and Borujerdi Houses, masterpieces of nineteenth-century Persian residential design.\n\nIn the afternoon, explore the Fin Garden, one of Iran's oldest Persian gardens with cascading pools fed by a natural spring, followed by a short excursion to the nearby village of Abyaneh, known for its distinctive red mudbrick architecture and traditional dress.\n\nOvernight in a restored traditional guesthouse for an authentic taste of old Persia.`\n},\nday3:{\n era:\"Day 3\u20134\",\n title:\"Isfahan, Half the World\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132523\/pexels-photo-33132523.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Continue to Isfahan, once celebrated with the Persian saying \"Isfahan is half the world.\" Spend two full days exploring Naqsh-e Jahan Square, one of the largest city squares on the planet, flanked by the breathtaking Shah Mosque, the intimate Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and the elegant Ali Qapu Palace.\n\nStroll across the historic Si-o-Seh Pol and Khaju bridges at sunset, where locals gather to sing beneath the arches, and spend time browsing the covered bazaar for handwoven carpets, hand-painted ceramics, and delicate miniature paintings.\n\nAn evening at a traditional teahouse overlooking the river completes this unforgettable stop.`\n},\nday4:{\n era:\"Day 5\",\n title:\"Yazd, City of Windcatchers\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Travel to Yazd, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth, famous for its mudbrick old town, striking badgir windcatcher towers, and ancient qanat irrigation systems engineered to defy the desert heat.\n\nVisit the eternal flame at the Zoroastrian Fire Temple and the haunting Towers of Silence on the city's outskirts, then get lost in the narrow, shaded alleyways of the historic center, stopping for traditional Yazdi sweets along the way.\n\nAs evening falls, venture into the surrounding desert for a magical stargazing experience far from city lights.`\n},\nday5:{\n era:\"Day 6\",\n title:\"Persepolis & Pasargadae\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760097\/pexels-photo-7760097.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Today is dedicated to ancient Persia's greatest treasures. Explore Persepolis, the awe-inspiring ceremonial capital built by Darius the Great, where monumental staircases and intricately carved reliefs depict emissaries from across the ancient empire bringing tribute to the Persian king.\n\nNearby, visit Pasargadae, the tranquil resting place of Cyrus the Great, and Naqsh-e Rustam, where the rock-cut tombs of Achaemenid kings tower above dramatic Sassanid reliefs.\n\nThis is history at its most vivid \u2014 a fitting tribute to one of the ancient world's greatest civilizations.`\n},\nday6:{\n era:\"Day 7\",\n title:\"Shiraz, City of Poets\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760106\/pexels-photo-7760106.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`End your journey in Shiraz, the fragrant city of poetry, gardens, and wine culture. Visit the dazzling Nasir al-Mulk Mosque in the early morning, when sunlight streams through stained glass to fill the prayer hall with kaleidoscopic color.\n\nPay your respects at the tombs of the beloved poets Hafez and Saadi, where locals gather daily to recite verses aloud, then relax in the fragrant Eram Garden, a UNESCO-listed Persian paradise garden.\n\nCelebrate your journey with a farewell dinner featuring Shiraz's famous grilled specialties and traditional live music before your onward departure.`\n},\nday7:{\n era:\"Departure\",\n title:\"Farewell to Persia\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7436047\/pexels-photo-7436047.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Your driver transfers you to the airport for your onward flight, with plenty of time to reflect on a week filled with ancient wonders, warm encounters, and unforgettable flavors.\n\nMany travelers choose to extend their trip with add-ons to the Caspian coast, Kish Island, or the deserts of Sistan and Baluchestan \u2014 our team is happy to tailor extensions to any interest.\n\nWhenever you're ready to return, Iran will be waiting, with new cities, new stories, and new friends still to discover.`\n},\n\npersepolis:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Persepolis\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760097\/pexels-photo-7760097.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Founded by Darius the Great around 518 BCE, Persepolis served as the ceremonial capital of the mighty Achaemenid Empire, the largest empire the ancient world had yet seen. Today its monumental stairways, colossal columns, and intricately carved reliefs depicting representatives from across the empire bringing tribute stand as one of the greatest archaeological sites on Earth.\n\nA UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, Persepolis is best explored in the golden light of early morning or late afternoon, when the honey-colored stone glows warmly against the surrounding mountains. Nearby, the tombs of Achaemenid kings at Naqsh-e Rustam add further depth to this essential historical stop.\n\nNo trip to Iran is complete without standing before the Gate of All Nations, imagining the ancient ceremonies once held within these walls.`\n},\nisfahan:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Isfahan\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/33132523\/pexels-photo-33132523.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Isfahan is widely regarded as the crown jewel of Persian Islamic architecture, having flourished as the magnificent capital of the Safavid Empire in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Its centerpiece, Naqsh-e Jahan Square, is surrounded by extraordinary monuments including the brilliant blue-tiled Shah Mosque and the refined Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque.\n\nThe city's historic bridges, particularly the Si-o-Seh Pol and Khaju Bridge, come alive each evening as locals gather beneath their illuminated arches to sing and socialize. Isfahan's covered bazaar remains one of the finest places in the country to find hand-knotted carpets, delicate miniature paintings, and hand-hammered copperware.\n\nWith its unmatched blend of art, architecture, and atmosphere, Isfahan rightfully earns its historic nickname, \"Half the World.\"`\n},\nyazd:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Yazd & the Desert\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28638847\/pexels-photo-28638847.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Rising from the edge of Iran's central desert, Yazd is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its remarkable adaptation to an extreme desert climate through badgir windcatcher towers and ancient qanat irrigation systems.\n\nYazd is also the spiritual heart of Iran's Zoroastrian community, home to the eternally burning flame of the Atashkadeh fire temple and the evocative Towers of Silence overlooking the city. Beyond its mudbrick lanes, the surrounding desert offers unforgettable camel trekking, dune camping, and star-filled night skies.\n\nFew places in Iran combine living history and natural adventure as seamlessly as Yazd.`\n},\nshiraz:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Shiraz\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7760106\/pexels-photo-7760106.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Shiraz holds a cherished place in Iranian culture as the city of poets, gardens, and fragrant orange blossoms. It is home to the beloved tombs of the poets Hafez and Saadi, both treasured pilgrimage sites where visitors gather daily to recite verses aloud.\n\nShiraz also serves as the perfect gateway to nearby Persepolis and Pasargadae, making it an essential base for exploring ancient Persian history. Within the city, the dazzling Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, famous for its kaleidoscopic stained-glass interior, and the tranquil Eram Garden showcase Shiraz's enduring reputation for beauty and refinement.\n\nWarm weather, welcoming locals, and poetic charm make Shiraz an unforgettable final stop on any Persian journey.`\n},\ncaspian:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"The Caspian Coast\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34389341\/pexels-photo-34389341.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Along Iran's northern edge, the Caspian coast offers a dramatically different landscape from the arid interior: lush green forests, misty mountains, tea plantations, and rice paddies stretching to the horizon, earning the region its nickname as Iran's green belt.\n\nPopular towns like Rasht, known for its vibrant food culture, and the resort areas around Ramsar offer a relaxed pace, fresh seafood, and stunning scenery, while nearby forest trails and waterfalls provide excellent hiking opportunities away from the desert heat.\n\nFor travelers seeking a cooler, greener side of Iran, the Caspian coast is a refreshing and often overlooked gem.`\n},\nkish:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Kish Island\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31468394\/pexels-photo-31468394.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Kish Island, a free-trade zone in the Persian Gulf, offers a completely different side of Iran: white sand beaches, coral reefs, duty-free shopping malls, and a laid-back resort atmosphere popular with domestic and international visitors alike.\n\nHighlights include the mysterious Kariz underground city, a network of ancient aqueducts transformed into a cultural complex, and the eerie Greek Ship wreck lying on the shoreline. Warm turquoise waters make it a wonderful spot for diving, snorkeling, and simply unwinding after days of cultural exploration.\n\nKish is an excellent way to end a Persian itinerary on a relaxed, sun-soaked note.`\n},\ntabriz:{\n era:\"Destination\",\n title:\"Tabriz\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13308725\/pexels-photo-13308725.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Tabriz, in Iran's northwest, has historically served as a major crossroads of trade and culture, home to the Grand Bazaar of Tabriz, one of the oldest and largest covered marketplaces in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its own right.\n\nThe city reflects strong Azerbaijani Turkish cultural influence, evident in its cuisine, music, and warm hospitality. Nearby, the volcanic slopes of Mount Sabalan and the colorful terraces of Kandovan, a village carved into cone-shaped rock formations, make excellent day trip destinations.\n\nTabriz offers a rewarding stop for travelers seeking Iran's lesser-visited, culturally rich northwest.`\n},\ndesert:{\n era:\"Experience\",\n title:\"Desert Safari & Camping\",\n img:\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/7436047\/pexels-photo-7436047.jpeg?auto=compress&cs=tinysrgb&fit=crop&h=900&w=1400\",\n text:`Iran's central deserts, the Dasht-e Kavir and Dasht-e Lut, offer some of the most dramatic and otherworldly landscapes on the planet, including the Lut desert's towering kaluts, wind-sculpted formations recognized among the hottest surface temperatures ever recorded on Earth.\n\nGuided desert safaris combine 4x4 dune exploration, camel trekking, and overnight camping beneath extraordinarily clear, star-filled skies, often paired with a visit to a traditional caravanserai that once sheltered Silk Road traders centuries ago.\n\nFor adventurous travelers, a night in the desert is an unforgettable contrast to Iran's ornate cities \u2014 pure silence, endless horizons, and a sky ablaze with stars.`\n},\n\n};\n\n\/* ============ MODAL LOGIC ============ *\/\nconst modal = document.getElementById('popupModal');\nconst popupImage = document.getElementById('popupImage');\nconst popupEra = document.getElementById('popupEra');\nconst popupTitle = document.getElementById('popupTitle');\nconst popupText = document.getElementById('popupText');\nconst popupClose = document.getElementById('popupClose');\n\ndocument.querySelectorAll('[data-popup]').forEach(el=>{\n el.addEventListener('click', ()=>{\n const key = el.getAttribute('data-popup');\n const data = contentData[key];\n if(!data) return;\n popupImage.src = data.img;\n popupImage.alt = data.title;\n popupEra.textContent = data.era;\n popupTitle.textContent = data.title;\n popupText.innerHTML = data.text.split('\\n\\n').map(p=>`<p>${p.trim()}<\/p>`).join('');\n modal.classList.add('show');\n document.body.style.overflow = 'hidden';\n });\n});\n\nfunction closeModal(){\n modal.classList.remove('show');\n document.body.style.overflow = '';\n}\npopupClose.addEventListener('click', closeModal);\nmodal.addEventListener('click', (e)=>{ if(e.target === modal) closeModal(); });\ndocument.addEventListener('keydown', (e)=>{ if(e.key === 'Escape') closeModal(); });\n\n\/* ============ SCROLL REVEAL ============ *\/\nconst revealEls = document.querySelectorAll('.reveal');\nconst observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries)=>{\n entries.forEach(entry=>{\n if(entry.isIntersecting){\n entry.target.classList.add('in-view');\n observer.unobserve(entry.target);\n }\n });\n}, { threshold: 0.15 });\nrevealEls.forEach(el=> observer.observe(el));\n<\/script>\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visit Iran | Discover the Land of Persia Your Adventure Begins Here VISIT IRAN Ancient citadels, turquoise-tiled mosques, boundless deserts, and a hospitality that will stay with you forever \u2014 experience Persia like never before. 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