Millions of Muslims in Iran and around the world have marked the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. Fasting is aimed at reminding the faithful of the plight of the poor, and a major incentive for Muslims to engage in charitable activities.
In addition to taking special care to avoid certain sins mentioned in the Quran, Muslim must abstain from food or drink of any kind during the daylight hours of Ramadan.
Non-Muslim, too, will be expected to respect and adhere to the local culture in many Islamic countries, and should be aware to follow certain rules and regulations.
However, some travelers and non-Muslim tourist still wish to visit a Muslim majority country during this important religious festival.
During Ramadan, quotidian life is completely transformed and visitors to these regions are in for a serious and exciting culinary treat!
Depending on the country you are in, there will be a whole array of festivities and events centered on the time of breaking fast (known as Iftar).
Nova Pasargada tours proposed some cities in Iran for traveling during Ramadan. The report also includes some of the traditional cuisines served in the mentioned cities. Food can reveal some of its rich and varied regional identities.
Here we go:
Mashhad: A religious city with delicious food
Home to the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza (A.S), Mashhad is the most important religious city in Iran and several Iranians and Muslims travel to the city during the holy month of Ramadan.
Sheshlik Kebab, Shole Mashhadi and Dizi are some of the renowned dishes served in Mashhad during the month of Ramadan.
Don’t miss Shiraz’s Baq-e Eram and Shah-e Cheragh Shrine
Baq-e Eram or Eram Garden is one of the crowd places during Ramadan in Shiraz. The traditional coffee houses around the place serve Iftar during Ramadan. On the eve of Ramadan, the ninth month of Islamic calendar during which Muslims fast, Shah Cheragh shrine was cleaned and dusted due to an old tradition to get prepared for the pilgrims during the holy month.
Aash-e Sabzi, Aash-e Karde and Kalam Polo as well as Tar-e Halva in Shiraz are also amongst the favorite cuisines served during the holy month of Ramadan in Shiraz.
Break your fast on Zayanderud riverside in Isfahan
Most people in Isfahan break their fast with their families by going for a picnic near Zayanderud River.
Halim made of lentils and milk, Mast Stew, Beryuni, Halim Bademjan and Shole-Qalamkar are traditional Isfahani cuisines served during Ramadan in Isfahan’s restaurants.
