Rasht

Rasht is the most populous city in northern Iran, known as the city of rain. One of the most important tourism hubs in Iran is Rasht, which has many natural and historical attractions. This rainy city, in addition to having a long history, also has an ancient and original culture that has added to its charms. If you plan to travel to Gilan, Rasht will undoubtedly be one of the main tourist destinations. Local cuisine, handicrafts, pristine nature and ancient history will all encourage you to visit this northern city. Rasht is not only the center of the beautiful province of Gilan but also one of the 5 tourist cities of Iran. A trip to Rasht means a unique trip to the beauties of northern Iran. Nearly half of the population of Gilan has gathered in Rasht. Rasht is a city that used to be located between two rivers and was called Dar al-Marz. The best time to travel to Rasht is April and May.

Rasht climate

Rasht is the largest city on the southern shores of the Caspian Sea, which has a temperate sub-Mediterranean climate. This beautiful city has a hot and humid climate in summers and a humid climate in winters. Due to its geographical location and proximity to the Caspian Sea and the Alborz Mountains, Rasht has the highest amount of rainfall in Iran and for this reason is known as the city of rain. The lowest rainfall will be in summer and the highest in autumn. The average temperature in this region is estimated to be 15.9 degrees Celsius.

Food in Rasht

Rasht, which has been named a creative city in food science by UNESCO, has a variety of local dishes, soups, pastries, breads and pickles. Shoor Koli local restaurant, Hassan Rashti restaurant, Ardeshir restaurant and Babak restaurant are some of the famous restaurants in Rasht that serve unique Gilani dishes. Undoubtedly, sightseeing will be one of the main attractions of this region that you should not miss by traveling to this city.

Attractions of Rasht

Rasht has natural attractions such as Saqalaksar Lake, Saravan Forest Park and Ainak Wetland and historical attractions such as Shahrdari Square Complex, Rasht Grand Bazaar and Sardar Jangal House and museums and shrines such as Masroop Moqaddas Church and Safi Mosque, the third most visited city. Rasht attractions host many tourists every year, so that the population of this city reaches more than two million people during the holidays and tourist months of the year.

Rasht shopping malls

Rasht Bazaar, Amir Commercial Complex, Bozorgmehr Passage, Golsar Shopping Center and Rasht Fish Sellers Bazaar are among the shopping centers in Rasht. Rasht Bazaar is the largest open-air market in Iran, where thousands of residents of cities and villages of Gilan province and neighboring provinces come to trade in this market every day.

Souvenirs and handicrafts of Rasht

Bread, pickles and condiments such as olives, smoked fish, pomegranate paste, Dalal and various handicrafts such as mat weaving, kilim, bamboo weaving and embroidery are some of the souvenirs and handicrafts of this region. Pumpkin jam, orange jam, plums, chestnuts, sour apples, sour pomegranates, almonds, horseradish, green peppers, garlic leaves, pickled garlic, ginger, olives, rice and white fish are also popular souvenirs.

Transportation in Rasht

You can use the bus or taxi to explore the city of Rasht. Also, in some areas such as Shahrdari square and other places of interest and crowds, you can take taxi easily. Rasht has more than 6,000 taxis in the city, the cost of which is very reasonable.