Sikh gurudwaras in Iran

Hello,

1. I'm really doubtful that Sikh gurudwaras still exists! It's very unlikely.

2. No problem that your father is not present, why should it be a problem, actually?

3. Surely, you are fine to wear a turban, don't worry.

4. I have no idea what a salwar kameez is! :) Does it cover full body? You better to search for women dress code in Iran and see if it adopts or not.

Regards,
-- Ali

Thanks.

According to wikipedia - there are two:

Iran

Which I would like to visit.

I was asking the 'father' question as when I went to India, they always asked for fathers name eventhough it was not relevant.

Here is an example:

http://www.designersalwarkameez.com/product_images/punjabi-suit.jpg You usually wear it with a scarf like thingo.

So would it be best for my brother to not wear his turban? I was just curious as I read this a while back and its sorta related:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/6605487.stm

However I am aware that westen media can be very biased and exaggerated.

Again,

1. I will research on Gurdwara Sahib in Tehran; but I insist that it's very very unlikely to have it now open and operational. I guess the data in Wikipedia is out of date.

2. Don't worry, you travel to Iran with your passport and all necessary info is there, plus in your visa application form. No need to your father. :)

3. That Indian clothing which I see in that photo would be ok with a scarf, of course long sleeves not short.

4. I sure there is no problem with turban; I've seen many Indians in Tehran streets with urban by myself. :) What you read in BBC is something different; it's regarding increasing symbols of western-style fashions in Iranian youth generation which has made a cultural concern of some offices and officials! It has nothing to do with tourists and thier traditional wearings.

Regards,
-- Ali

Hi! The rule of thumb I follow for what to wear when visiting Iran (I'm female) is to cover everything except hands and face, and make sure my top or jacket is moderately loose to conceal my figure. So as long as the salwaar kameez is long sleeved, is not too low necked, and is accompanied by a head scarf, plus she needs to wear shoes not sandels, then that will be fine.

I really cannot imagine anyone having a problem with your turban. As western females, my friends and I looked pretty odd in Iran (Iranian women manage to look stylish in hijab, we hadn't quite figured it out). We encountered endless friendliness and some curiosity. People did occasionally take photos of us!!! If the turban has any effect, I would think it would be to simply make people want to come and talk to you.

Iran, on the Silk Road, has enjoyed a long ancient history of travelers from east and west. That doesn't quickly change from one regime to another.

I don't know; but from what I do know: once on the street, I can't imagine anything but hospitable friendliness, possible curiosity. Most Sikhs I've seen have their professional dignity, generating respect. Don't most Iranian Mullahs wear turbans and beards? -- I suspect few Iranians will even notice or care (?).

The missing "father" should be a non-issue. And the dress-code is well discussed here. Salwar-kameez (with long-sleeves and head-scarf) is fine. You might take your mother to some North Tehran dress-shops for some fun shopping once there.

Enjoy your visit.