Ghadam Ghah

This is another pilgrimage site outside Mashad where the Imam Reza rested for a day and drank the waters. A mosque was built above the Holy Well, and pilgrims come to kiss and touch the chamber which encloses a large stone with 2 footprints believed to be those of the Imam Reza.

From Mashad to Shiraz

October 19th 2007
Crossed the border from Turkmenistan to Iran on the 15th October. A much easier undertaking compared to the previous one, except now the ladies had to cover their hair with scarves and wear long shirts/coats. First stop was Mashad where the ladies in the group hit the shops to purchase long robes or manteaus (knee-length coats) and head scarves. Considering that the only form of self-expression fa ... read more

Middle East » Iran

Known as Persia until 1935, Iran became an Islamic republic in 1979 after the ruling monarchy was overthrown and the shah was forced into exile. Conservative clerical forces established a theocratic system of government with ultimate political author... ... read more

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