Northern Iran around Caspian sea is very different than the rest of the country. You won't see dunes or deserts here, instead expect misty valleys , mountains , and tea plantations....
See Rasht, Castles around, and visit magical village of Masouleh
Village of Masouleh
Village of Masouleh
Zurkhane or House of Strength is a traditional Persian sport for strengthening body and spirit for battle. Men perform exercises under the rhythmic sounds of a drum, almost in a trance. The exercises are designed to strengthen arms for sword fighting, bow shooting and shield holding.
This collection of videos shot in April of 2015 in Shiraz in one of the smaller, private Zurkhane houses.