Travel Reference
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EID AL-FITR*
The Festival of the Breaking of the Fast marks the end of Ramazan and, after sunset, is
celebrated with huge meals across the country. In coming years it falls in August then
July, for exact dates
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October
With moderate temperatures and no snow to block roads, October is a pleasant time
to travel, and many Iranians take a break.
NOMADIC MIGRATION
With summer over, nomads are on the move, heading downhill to warmer climes. The
hills and back roads of the Zagros mountains around Shiraz are a good place to find them.
November
Winter is coming and with it the cold and snow. Travel in the mountains of western
Iran can be tough, but the desert, coast and cities of central Iran can be quite pleas-
ant.
ASHURA*
Ashura marks the martyrdom of Imam Hossein and is the most intense, passionate date on
the Shia Muslim calendar. It is celebrated with religious theatre and sombre parades in
which men self-flagellate. In coming years it falls in November, for exact dates
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