Bandar Abbas
Bandar Abbas has a vibrant fishing industry, and the lively fish market just off the seafront is a sight to behold. Early morning is the best time to come…
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Strategically positioned overlooking the Strait of Hormoz and the entrance to the Persian Gulf, Bandar Abbas, known to most Iranians simply as ‘Bandar’, is the capital of Hormozgan province and home to Iran’s busiest port. Although Bandar isn’t blessed with many must-see sights, it's much more than a transport hub for Qeshm or Hormoz Islands. It's a lively city with a great bazaar, an appealing fish market, and plenty of atmosphere.
Bandar Abbas
Bandar Abbas has a vibrant fishing industry, and the lively fish market just off the seafront is a sight to behold. Early morning is the best time to come…
Bandar Abbas
The lively bazaar rambles its way across two blocks just back from the seafront, and is probably the most colourful part of town.
Bandar Abbas
This modest Hindu temple set back from the main drag is a small stone building with a conical dome. It was built in the late 19th century to serve the…
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