#Tabriz Rugs Outdoor

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Tabriz rug is a type of Persian rugs. These hand-woven rugs highlight the weavers of Tabriz, in northwestern Iran, and their unrivalled artistry and expertise. From figural and medallion designs to Herati/Mahi designs and even 3-dimensional rugs, the designs are limitless. These carpets are known for their exceptional quality and durability, as well as having one of the most unique designs of any rug style.

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Give Royal Touch To Your Living Room with Appealing Persian Rugs

Persian rugs may also denote as Iranian rugs which specifically known for its vintage flair. The Persian rug gives you a traditional and royal touch on the floor of your courtyard or living room. These rugs are best durable flooring so people may fold or bring anywhere as well as placed easily at the floor. You may vary the form of your living room or courtyard after placing this living room rugs on the floor. Not only for the living rooms but walls and tables may also decorate by using these decorative indoor-outdoor rugs to have a vintage era. These homebase rugs are enough capable to enchant your guests and in the result. They cannot resist themselves to appreciating you after observing your entire living room or drawing room.

Antique Persian Rugs

These types of home rugs online UK are extremely precious and keep high value itself. So these kinds of homebase rugs found only in museums or some exclusive private collections. Antique Persian rugs used by kings in their forts and mansions in primitive times. Likewise, Vintage Persian rugs UK online are also valuable itself and were found in previous decades. If you are also want to give your living room a Royal look then you can also buy Antique Persian rug from our store.

Precious Vintage Persian Rugs Collection

Vintage Persian style rugs online visit you at its era where you find yourself mesmerizing. Now vintage indoor-outdoor rugs may only found in the house of the prince or princess of this era who is already keeping it safe and secure with proper maintenance.

Bakhtiari hombase rugs online an eminent art form of Bakhtiar tribes which situated at Bakhtiar and Chahar Mahal of Iran. They export their amazing artwork from around the world.

With Very Unique Designs

Tribal influence may easily scan onto Gabbeh living room rugs UK which manufactured by Luri and Qashqai weavers who live in the mountain of Zagros. This living room rugs coarse and thick with texture but known for specifically for simple designs.

Kilim rugs used by wool material only. You may wash this type living room rugs. For washing it soap or washing powder should be used for natural grade. And do not forget to dry it outside in the presence of sunlight.

The oversized medallion is the prominent beauty of Heriz homebase rugs flooring which appears at the center of it. The double and triple outline along with large corner pieces also makes it very beautiful.

Nain indoor-outdoor rugs designed by best grade wool that consists of intricate work of tiny flowers on ivory background and knots are counted about 300 kpsi to 700 kpsi.

Medallion and corner pattern on the decorated floral surface is the sign of Kashan lowes rugs online UK. Knots almost 100 kpsi to 800 kpsi are count to weave this particular area rug.

Baluch rugs online are woven by nomads of Baluchistan who inhabit in Pakistan at the border of Iran and Afghanistan.

Tabriz homebase rugs online UK are based from Tabriz and these are best grade living room rugs prepared precisely by using cotton along with wool or silk. Dhurrie rugs online broadly used in UK  to cover the floors and also known as Durry among people.

Persian Style Rugs

All these Persian style rugs online are really splendid and never leave any error to enlighten your dream home. Various themes appeared on these Persian rugs including animals, floral, trees, birds etc. to provide exotic look. When you feel your floor or living room is still incomplete then you should try Persian rugs UK. This will definitely overcome the desire of your living room with their appealing designs and attractive patterns. The installation of these Persian rugs is also very simple.

Persian Rugs for Sale

Persian rugs for sale are available with many attractive designs and sizes. So people may select these as per their preference and their room size. You may move towards these beautiful Persian rugs through an online medium or you may get through outlets. You feel a magical touch and experience when riding over these very beautiful rugs online. All these homebase rugs obviously meet to your desired needs.

So if you are a search for authentic Persian rugs then you should choose an online store like Rugsville. They have the best collection of these rugs crafted by expert artisans. You can buy these rugs at the best discount under their Summer sale. So, don't wait and grab your favorite Persian rugs at the big discount up to 75%+10% Extra. Avail this discount you have to use our coupon code "SUMMER10"

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The Royal Appeal Of Persian Rugs Canada

Persian rugs may also denote as Iranian carpets which specifically known for its vintage flair. The Persian rug gives you a traditional and royal touch on the floor of your courtyard or living room. These rugs Canada are best durable carpets so people may fold or bring anywhere as well as placed easily at the floor. You may vary the form of your living room or courtyard after placing this faze rug on the floor. Not only for the living rooms but walls and tables may also decorate by using these Persian rugs Toronto to have vintage era. These indoor-outdoor rugs for sale are enough capable to enchant your guests and in the result. They cannot resist themselves to appreciating you after observing your entire living room or drawing room

Antique Persian Rugs Canada

Persian rugs Vancouver are extremely precious and keep high value itself. So these kinds of rugs Toronto found only in museums or some exclusive private collections. Antique rugs used by kings in their forts and mansions in primitive times. Likewise, Vintage Persian rugs Ottawa are also valuable itself and were found in previous decades.

Vintage Persian Rugs Canada

Persian rugs Toronto visit you at its era where you find yourself mesmerizing. Now vintage rugs may only found in the house of prince or princess of this era who is already keeping it safe and secure with proper maintenance.

Bakhtiari rug an eminent art form of Bakhtiar tribes which situated at Bakhtiar and Chahar Mahal of Iran. They export their amazing artwork from around the world.

Tribal influence may easily scan onto Gabbeh rugs which manufactured by Luri and Qashqai weavers who live in the mountain of Zagros. Gabbeh rugs coarse and thick with texture but known for specifically for simple designs.

Kilim rugs used by wool material only. You may wash Kilim rugs but soap or washing powder should be used of natural grade and then do not forget to dry it outside in the presence of sunlight.

The oversized medallion is the prominent beauty of Heriz rug which appears at the centre of it as well as double and triple outline along with large corner pieces also makes it very beautiful.

Nain indoor-outdoor rugs Canada designed by best grade wool that consists of intricate work of tiny flowers on ivory background and knots are counted about 300 kpsi to 700 kpsi.

Medallion and corner pattern on the decorated floral surface is the sign of Kashan lowes area rugs. Knots almost 100 kpsi to 800 kpsi are count to weave this particular rug.

Baluch rugs are woven by nomads of Baluchistan who inhabit in Pakistan at the border of Iran and Afghanistan.

Tabriz rugs Canada is based from Tabriz (Azerbaijan) and these are best grade rugs Canada prepared precisely by using cotton along with wool or silk. Dhurrie rugs online broadly used in India to cover the floors and are also known as Durry among people.

Persian Style Rugs Canada

All these Persian rugs Toronto are really splendid and never leave any error to enlighten your dream home. Various themes appeared on these rugs online or carpets including animals, floral, trees, birds etc. to provide exotic look.

When you feel your floor or living room is still incomplete with its beauty then you intend to beautify it. These

Persian Rugs For Sale

Persian rugs for sale are available with many attractive designs and sizes. So people may select these as per their preference and their room size. You may move towards these beautiful Persian rugs Canada through an online medium or you may get through outlets. You feel magical touch and experience when ride over these very beautiful rugs Canada. All these HomeSense rugs or carpets obviously meet to your desired needs.

So if you are searching these Persian rugs online in Canada. Visit only prominent rug store. Rugsville is a prominent and popular Rug store in Canada. Here you can find the all types of handmade rugs Canada such as Modern rugs, Persian Rugs, Gabbeh Rugs, Moroccan rugs, Shag rugs, Overdyed Rugs and much more at a discounted price with free shipping.

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51 Cool Bedrooms With Tips To Help You Accessorize Yours

Just about everyone loves the idea of having a stylish bedroom, but this is perhaps particularly important to teenagers and 20-somethings. At the younger end of the age scale a bedroom isn’t just for sleep. Tween rooms and teenager’s bedrooms are a place where a large proportion of time is spent just hanging out and seeing friends – either in real life or video chat – and studying (hopefully). Similar can be said about the student demographic of 20-somethings, and even some 30-somethings nowadays! So, this collection of cool bedrooms covers a lot of ground to suit and satisfy the requirements and well-honed tastes of the up-and-comers, in a world that is more style conscious than ever before.

Visualizer: Alesya Kasianenko   Raise the stakes. A raised floor has been built into one side of this bedroom design, with a niche incorporated into it to accommodate a mattress. The lowered mattress makes the bed appear like a simple blanket on the floor at first glance. A trio of bedroom pendant lights float above the platform, like a sky of hot air balloons, whilst a selection of unique floor lamps light the side and foot of the bed.

Visualizer: Denis Svirid   Build an extension… on the side of your platform bed that is. This custom built platform bed features an extended bedside shelf at one side. The tufted headboard extends all the way along the back of the countertop to provide one cohesive look. A green bedside lamp picks up on the colour of indoor plants dotted around a built-in bedroom shelving unit.

Visualizer: Denis Svirid   Divide and conquer. This layout features a room divider that allows a study desk to be positioned right up alongside the bed. The bed is a platform design with deep sides that act as bookshelves. A swing arm wall lamp provides reading light.

Visualizer: Alex Koretskiy   Bring on the brick accent walls. If we’re talking cool decor then we just have to crack out the exposed brick feature walls. The raw industrial look is always a winner, or brickwork can be painted in a rough and ready way. This particular concept features a border of gold paint washing down black bricks to add a smidge of decadence.

Architect: Kupinskiy & Partners   Visualizer: Elena Sedova   Mighty monochrome. Set the style bar high with a gutsy monochrome wallpaper print. A blackboard makes a great colour coordinated accessory, and you can make one yourself pretty cheaply with a sheet of reclaimed wood and a tin of chalkboard paint. Scribe on an inspirational quote and you’re done.

Visualizer: Artyom Bezfamilniy   Light up your life. This plain white bedroom gains added interest from a wall of cool light fixtures.

Visualizer: Imade pastel   Maximise a small bedroom space with fitted furniture. The small floorspace in this room houses a double bed, closet, dedicated study area, media storage and extra seating for friends, thanks to edge-to-edge flush-fitting designs. The sense of space is also increased by keeping colours minimal and natural.

Visualizer: Dang Nguyen   Zone with colour. If the space is too small to take a room divider or screen of any kind, then you can create a visual divide by using two different colour wall paints. Matching the wall shelves and furniture finishes to the relevant wall colour strengthens the divide.

Visualizer: The WAW   Sleep in your own boutique. If fashion is your thing then make it your whole world – or at least most of your bedroom; an open fronted or clear glass closet will display your treasured pieces 24/7. Accessorise the look with fashion themed posters or paintings.

Visualizer: Koj Design   Do your own thing. Is it a photo display, some random wall decor, or is it a set of wall lights? All three, actually.

Visualizer: Maxim Zhukov   Take it up a level. A mini mezzanine study has been built over the bed in this industrial bedroom. Floating stair treads extrude from a raw concrete wall, lit by LED stair lights.

Visualizer: Shady Salah   Pay tribute to legends with a mural of a favourite band, like this music themed decor.

Visualizer: Shady Salah   Mark out a mini entryway. This subtle screening device may only have two small box shelves and four vertical struts, but it effectively cordons off a small ‘foyer’ area.

Visualizer: SPECTRroom   Dial up the drama. A modern chandelier will draw attention to great ceiling detailing, and give the space some grandeur. A photographic mural is a cool way to add wall wow factor.

Visualizer: Yovo Bozhinovski   This wall mural is overlapped by statement pendant lighting to create a layered effect.

Visualizer: Anastasiia Sholopova   A floor reading lamp makes a refreshing change to a bedside table lamp, and leaves countertop space free for charging phones/tablets etc.

Visualizer: Valery Kelch   Bring the outdoors in. A grass patch and a sapling grow behind the headboard in this unusual setup.

Visualizer: Marina Vanteeva   Express yourself in lights. Neon light signs come in all shapes and sizes; search out a message that suits you, and go large.

Visualizer: Dmitry Koval & Hank Smith   Paint with light. If neon light letters don’t fit your vision, consider exploring coloured neon tubes instead.

Visualizer: Double Aye   Make the bed the star of the show. A bedroom might include a desk, bookshelves or a fancy closet, but it will always be the bed that is the most important part of the room. Choose a stand out design and crown it with an eye-catching wall design.

Visualizer: LifeArch   Go all out Austin Powers with a round bed.

Designer: Masquespacio Design   Find new and inventive ways to incorporate interests and hobbies into the decor. This room has unique painted surfboards mounted on the wall, as part of a larger colourful graphic scheme.

Designer: Masquespacio Design   Botanical illustration brings this scheme to life.

Designer: Masquespacio Design   Liven up a monochrome palette with a single bright accent colour.

Visualizer: Martins Architects   Get thrifty with an industrial look. You can use registration plates and signs to accessorise an industrial scheme – the quirkier the better. Fashion shelving out of scaffolding, or from pipes and planks.

Visualizer: Li Jun Chen & aTng 糖   Continue the magic of your gap year with a nomadic style bedroom scheme.

Visualizer: Martins Architects   Split a large bedroom into a multi-use space without the need for builders. A partially dividing wall can be formed out of a back-to-back headboard and a bookcase arrangement, or similar. You can use the space behind the bed as a dedicated study, or install a freestanding bathtub as a luxury ensuite. Thread a common colour or two through both areas for a cohesive look.

Visualizer: Valeri Giovani   Bring in fantastic florals, like this purple themed bedroom with blooming headboard wall.

Visualizer: Image Box Studios   Stretch an average headboard to new heights – in measurement and style. Team it with a bedside pendant light on a long flex to further accentuate the vertical proportion.

Use large indoor plants to create a wild look.

Visualizer: Alberto Maciel   Don’t block floor to ceiling windows, choose a floor bed design to leave the view unobstructed.

Visualizer: Hasankhani Tabriz   Hang industrial style lighting in front of an exposed brick wall for the loft look.

Visualizer: Peter Ang   If you’re converting a new loft space, the right window design can change everything…

Visualizer: Max Kuczkowski   … let windows follow the flow of a tier-fall, and complement the shape with bespoke furniture.

Visualizer: Ahmed Itafy   This loft bedroom uses wall and ceiling panels to exaggerate the strange proportions of the room.

Visualizer: Riyas Mohammed   Create an optical illusion. Geometric wall and ceiling panels, or dual colour angular shelving units, can be used to trick the eye into seeing intriguing architectural features where there are none.

Visualizer: Plasterlina   Install an extruded headboard wall design. A three dimensional wall design forms great contrast with a minimalist platform bed.

Visualizer: Pavel Pisanko   Make the scheme pop with a modern wallpaper print.

Visualizer: Tram Nguyen   Combine a botanical theme with sharp geometric pendant lights and other geo home accessories to keep the look current.

Visualizer: Moji Ashouri   Curate a Scandinavian bedroom style. Throw in an abundance of white furniture, natural accents and monochrome wall art.

Visualizer: Luong Viet   Make a cutaway in a closet positioned by the bed in lieu of a bedside unit. Add LED lighting inside the niche to finish.

Visualizer: TOL'KO interiors   Install storage under eaves to make the most of available space, like this flush-fitted luxury kids’ room.

Visualizer: Kateryna Rudenko   Find pieces as unique as you are. These anglepoise lamps descend from each side of the ceiling like robotic arms, and the textured wall is not something you’re going to find at your mate’s house.

Visualizer: Alexander Ruban & Alexey Ivanov   Choose bright swing arm wall lamps to bring in an unexpected flash of colour.

Source: Roche Bobois   Dance your way out of bed on a 70’s-disco-style illuminated floor.

Visualizer: NgọcDiamond Home   Make a plinth for your bed. This rustic plinth holds the bed and a small side table up off the general floor space.

Visualizer: Emilia Abzhandadze   One colourful wall hanging can change the mood of an entire room.

Visualizer: Mohammed Elnabarawy   Turkish delight. Ornate arches, luxurious textiles, painted tables and twinkling lanterns.

Visualizer: Alaa Hammad   If you need a little boost in the mornings, or whilst studying in the evenings, a wall of motivational posters might offer a welcome pick me up.

Visualizer: Safonov Kirill Interiors   Don’t hide away. Draw bold designs with exposed electrical wires to harness the industrial vibe.

Visualizer: Alexander Makhno   Choose a common shape theme. The circle rug beneath this bed helps soften the harsh edges of a linear bed design. The shape is echoed by a round side table and circular wall decor.

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Decorate Home With Persian Rugs

Persian Rugs The Best Choice For Home Decor

If you are planning on decorating your home with hand-knotted Persian rugs you must take time to understand the difference between the hand-knotted Persian rugs and Oriental rugs. Rugsville often uses these terms interchangeably, but a Persian rug expert knows there is a huge difference between the two.

Difference Between Persian Rugs And Oriental Rugs

Origin of the Rug

Any rug that handmade in China, India, Egypt, Pakistan, Afghanistan or Iran, known as a hand-knotted Oriental rug. On the other hand, any rug that hand-knotted made by specialist weavers in Iran (yesteryears’ Persia) known as a Persian rug. This is the major difference between Persian rugs and Oriental rugs.

Persian area rugs are considered to be the finest designer rugs as they are made by artisans who have learned their craft from their elders as children. The hand-weaving of Persian style rugs has a long history and the designs that the artisan chooses to make is usually specific to the region where the artisan lives.

Design and Pattern

Persian rugs and Oriental rugs for sale are completely different when it comes to design and pattern. Tabriz, Kashan, Kerman, and Heriz are some of the most well-known Persian rug designs. All of these designer rugs named after the villages and towns in Iran. Where these designs are woven by nomadic tribes or artisans, and each has their own particular pattern of weaving and style. Most designs narrate a story about the local heritage and make use of vibrantly colored fibers.

The oriental rugs showcase the customs and traditions that are practiced and followed in the specific regions they are made. A good example is handmade silk rugs from China. That often comes with Buddhist motifs and in colors that are traditional.

How To Select The Best Rug For Your Home

If you are looking to decorate your home with a hand-knotted Persian rug.  Here are some tips that will help you choose the best indoor outdoor rugs for your home:

Color and Pattern

Your search for the ideal rug should begin with the color and pattern. If your home already furnished, you should select a rug color that fits in with the existing color palette in the room. Typically, neutral and single-colored Persian rugs online are the best option. Remember, patterned Persian rugs are more colorful and one rug may have different shades and colors. It is best to purchase such a rug first. Then furnish the room based on the color scheme of the rug.

Texture

The texture determined by the material used make the rug and the number of knots per square inch of the rug. The more knots per square inch will make the texture smoother. Likewise, when an artisan uses silk, the texture will be smoother compared to wool. It is best to mix textures in a room to give it a richer look and feel. Contrast the texture of the Persian rug with the finish of the furniture to choose the right hand-knotted Persian rug.

Size

Hand-knotted Persian rugs are available in a range of sizes. Ideally, you should look for a rug that fits the seating area comfortably and that is neither too large nor too small.

Where To Buy Rugs

So, if you are planning to buy rugs online in the USA then must visit only prominent rug store. Rugsville offers a wide selection of rugs for sale to their customers. Here you can find the all types of rugs for sale. Rug collection such as Moroccan rugs, Persian rugs, Gabbeh rugs, Designer Rugs, Southwestern Rugs, Tribal rugs, Transitional rugs and much more at the discounted price with free shipping in the USA.

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Expert: In the current media build-up against Iran it is easy to get lost in the confusion and hype about the Iranian government and miss out on an understanding of the problems facing the Iranian people and how they are coping with them. The current economic situation is worsening as the UN Security Council, the United States and the European Union imposed sanctions on Iran begin to bite. Major sectors of the Iranian economy have been affected such as the energy/petroleum industry, banking, the Central Bank of Iran, shipping, insurance, international trade and foreign firms dealing with Iran. In addition to these problems there is a shortage of fresh water, a problem associated with climate change as drought and rising temperatures put stress on existing reserves. Other environmental issues include vehicle emissions, refinery operations, and industrial effluents which have made Tehran one of the most polluted cities in the world. Even under so much pressure from so many different economic, environmental and international stresses the Iranian people have managed to maintain their dignity and famous hospitality as I found out traveling there last year. I was invited over for a conference for five days but ended up staying for five weeks, traveling north, west, and then south of Tehran. I took a train north to Tabriz and then on through the mountains to the border of Armenia and similarly west through plains to the mountains on the Turkish border. But it was in Tehran and in the south to Isfahan and Shiraz that I had most of my experiences meeting Iranian people. Everywhere I went – restaurants, cafes, galleries and on the streets – people approached me to practice their English and make friends. There are many interesting places to see in Tehran; e.g., the 435-meter-high Milad Tower which was completed in 2007, the more recent 270-meter pedestrian overpass of Tabiat Bridge (2014) and the Azadi Tower, the 45-meter-high marble-clad monument commissioned by Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, to mark the 2,500th year of the foundation of the Imperial State of Iran in 1971. The latter is surrounded by about 4 or 5 lanes of traffic but can be negotiated like most streets in Tehran by raising one’s hand Moses-like and parting the traffic. Elections in Tehran (Photo: Caoimhghin Ó Croidheáin) ​I happened to arrive on 19 May 2017 during the presidential election campaigning between incumbent president Hassan Rouhani (MDP – Moderation and Development Party – a pragmatic-centrist political party) and Ebrahim Raisi (CCA – Combatant Clergy Association – a conservative organisation). Out on the streets of Tehran campaigning between opposing groups with posters of their respective candidates was generally by young people and mainly good-natured. While I was advised not to go out on the streets at night, I found the street campaigners to be very friendly and they in turn advised me to be careful with my camera and not to take photos of police and soldiers which could result in confiscation (especially as I did not have a journalist visa). During the polling I visited two polling stations and was offered tea and invited in to sit down and observe the electors queuing and voting. Outside I made some conversation with the armed soldiers guarding the station who were also friendly and quite relaxed. After the voting took place, the twelfth such election in Iran, Rouhani was re-elected for a second term. Again the streets filled up with people and cars coming to a standstill for the celebrations. He received 23.5 of 41 million votes counted and was inaugurated on 5 August 2017. Azadi Tower, Tehran (Photo: Caoimhghin Ó Croidheáin) Soon after I visited various historical and cultural sites in Tehran. In terms of recent history it is interesting to visit the former Embassy of the United States, the site of the Iran hostage crisis in 1979 and which is now a museum. One of the best known historical sites in Tehran is the Saadabad complex that covers an area of 110 hectares and is located at the northernmost part of Tehran. It has 18 palaces which belonged to the royal families of Qajar and Pahlavi in a beautiful garden. Reza Shah of the Pahlavi Dynasty lived there in the 1920s, and his son, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, moved there in the 1970s. After the 1979 Revolution, the complex became a museum. I also visited the National Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art and Honarmandan Park (Artists Park) learning about a wide range of past and present Iranian culture. Honarmandan Park has the Iranian Artists Forum which is a set of galleries located inside the park along with a vegetarian restaurant, a theatre and outdoor sculptures. Here I met 2 Iranian artist sisters who discussed with me the difficulties they encountered trying to show work abroad. Both are now in Canada, at least temporarily. Naqsh-e Jahan Square (Imam Square), Isfahan (Photo: Caoimhghin Ó Croidheáin) During the day the streets were quiet as it was the Holy Month of Ramadan (May 27 to June 25, 2017) but in the evening, after sundown, the city came alive as people went out to the cafes and restaurants or to picnic in the parks. I got to know a regular taxi driver, Ahmed, and his English-speaking son, Mojtaba, who brought me to Mount Tochal, a mountain and ski resort located on the Alborz mountain range, close to the metropolitan area of Tehran. Mountain climbing is very popular in Iran (another Iranian acquaintance of mine from Mashhad lost 9 friends in an avalanche last December). Life is tough for a taxi driver in Tehran with so much air pollution and traffic, one of the downsides of having cheap petrol. Ahmed and his wife lived in an apartment in Tehran along with Mojtaba, a languages student who hopes to continue his studies in Germany. On one taxi journey to the National Museum, Ahmed passed me back a dinner his wife had made for me as he knew it was difficult to get food during the day during Ramadan. When I decided to go south, Mojtaba helped me to get train tickets to Isfahan. Iranian trains are slow but comfortable and are a great way to see the countryside. Mojtaba came down to Isfahan with me for the day and we were met in the train station early in the morning by Atefah (just graduated from art college) and her sister (medical student) and their mother who had invited me to stay with them through the Couchsurfing website. During the day we went to  visit Chehel Sotoun (“Forty Columns”), a pavilion in the middle of a park at the far end of a long pool. It was built by Shah Abbas II to be used for his entertainment and receptions and beautiful paintings of such scenes adorn the walls of the pavilion. Later we went for a picnic at night in Naqsh-e Jahan Square (Imam Square), the jewel in the crown of Isfahan architecture (constructed between 1598 and 1629) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The square is surrounded by buildings from the Safavid dynasty, one of the most significant ruling dynasties of Iran, often considered the beginning of modern Iranian history. Around a thousand people sat around with their families on rugs and enjoyed picnics. Atefah’s mother also laid out a picnic while Atefah rushed over to two foreigners whom she had spotted to ask them to join us. Turned out to be an Australian mother and son who were traveling around Iran together. We were all taken off to see some of the famous Isfahan bridges over the Zayandeh River which was completely dried up at this time of the year. We visited the Si-o-se Pol pedestrian bridge which was built in 1632, the Joui pedestrian bridge built in the 17th century, the Khajou pedestrian bridge (1650), and the Marnan pedestrian bridge (1599). In conversation with Atefah, she told me that the water shortages have become so serious that they have water only 4 days a week at home now. Iranian meteorological services say that 97% of the country is affected by drought but it is particularly bad around Isfahan where demonstrations have broken out over water in the  past. She also said that foreign goods are becoming more and expensive and the inflation rate is around 10%. She is trying to go to Germany for further study and says that the decreasing grants and the worsening exchange rate is making it increasingly harder for her to get the visas necessary. Si-o-se Pol Bridge, Isfahan (Photo: Caoimhghin Ó Croidheáin) The next night I was brought to hospital by Atefah’s family due to dehydration as I had not been drinking enough water. I dreaded going in as I was used to very long waits at home. However, I was seen very quickly and was soon moved to a cubicle and put on a drip. After about three hours I was released and brought to an overnight bus I had booked to Shiraz. Couchsurfing again I stayed with Mohammed and his family. Over the next couple of days he showed me around Shiraz and then drove me to Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550–330 BC). It is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Persepolis is believed to have been a grand ceremonial complex but only occupied seasonally. Mohammed also talked about similar problems regarding water, inflation and food prices. At this time in June the temperatures in Shiraz were nearing 40 degrees. That same week the temperature in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz (between Isfahan and Shiraz) soared to 53.7 degrees (29/6/2017), Iran’s highest temperature ever recorded and the highest June temperature in Asia on record. Persepolis (Photo: Caoimhghin Ó Croidheáin) I decided to fly back to Tehran and stay in a hostel for the last night. I arranged to meet Ahmed and Mojtaba in a cafe to drive me to the hostel. Upon inquiring if they knew where the hostel was they answered in the affirmative but that they had already decided that I was going to be staying with them instead. And so I was taken off to their apartment to meet Ahmed’s wife, have dinner, a last walk around Tehran streets and then given Mojtaba’s bed while he slept on the couch. In the morning we arose and they brought me the 40 kms to Imam Khomeini International Airport for my flight home. http://clubof.info/