Introduction
PART ONE GENERAL INFORMATION
Chapter 1 Background Information
Iran at a glance, Geography and climate, Natural history and conservation, History, Politics, Economy, People, Language, Religion, Education
Chapter 2 Practical Information
When to visit, Suggested itineraries, Tourist information, Tour operators, Time difference, Red tape, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, What to take, Export and import restrictions, Money, Budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Public holidays, Shopping, Culture and entertainment, Media and Communications, Business, Cultural etiquette, Giving something back
PART TWO THE GUIDE
Chapter 3 Tehran and the Road South
Chapter 4 West of Tehran: Qazvin and Hamadan
Chapter 5 From Kashan to Isfahan
Chapter 6 The Caspian Region
Chapter 7 Into Iranian Azerbaijan
Chapter 8 Shiraz and Around
Chapter 9 Persepolis and the Surrounding Area
Chapter 10 The South Coast
Chapter 11 En Route to Yazd and Kirman
Chapter 12 The Road to Mashhad
Appendix 1 Language
Appendix 2 Language
Appendix 3 Further Information
Index
