
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Iran: 2026 update
Iran now has 30 UNESCO World Heritage Sites after Alamut Castle was added in July 2026. Here is every site, grouped by theme, with tips on how to visit.
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Iran now has 30 UNESCO World Heritage Sites after Alamut Castle was added in July 2026. Here is every site, grouped by theme, with tips on how to visit.

Is Iran safe to visit? It’s probably the first question on your mind if you’re researching a trip — and it’s a fair one to ask. The honest answer, drawn from thousands of guided travelers who visit every year, is a confident yes: Iran is consistently rated by the people who actually go there as […]