Iran boasts a vibrant history that stretches back thousands of years, originating from the era when Persepolis served as the seat of the "king of kings." In this episode, we delve into three significant capitals of Iran: Persepolis, renowned for its magnificent structures; Shiraz, the resting place of the nation’s cherished poets; and Isfahan, celebrated for its stunning mosques and the warmth of its residents.
Show
Rick Steves' Europe
Episode
S05E14
Air Date
Jan 10, 2009
Season 5 Episodes
S05E01
Burgundy: Profoundly French
S05E02
France's Dordogne
S05E03
Barcelona and Catalunya
S05E04
Little Europe: Five Micro-Countries
S05E05
Switzerland's Great Cities
S05E06
Vienna and the Danube
S05E07
The Czech Republic Beyond Prague
S05E08
Athens and Side Trips
S05E09
Greece's Peloponnese
S05E10
Copenhagen
S05E11
Denmark Beyond Copenhagen
S05E12
Istanbul
S05E13
Iran: Tehran and Side Trips
S05E14
Iran: Historic Capitals