Fārs Province also known as Pars or Persia in historical context, is one of the thirty-one provinces of Iran and known as the cultural capital of the Iran. Fārs administrative center is Shirāz. It has an area of 122,400 km². The etymology of the word Persian found in many ancient names associated with Iran, is derived from the historical importance of this region. Fārs Province is the original homeland of the Persian people.
About Fars Province

Allah-Verdi Khan’s life is very interesting. He was born as a Christian in Georgia and was sold as a christian slave. His life was painful and miserable. He was lucky enough to be sold as a slave to Shah Tahmasb Safavid court. Allah-Verdi Khan was a competent man who promoted fast. At the time of Shah Abbas the great he was appointed as the governor of Fārs district which covered most of southern provinces. Shah Abbas trusted him absolutely. This governor was promoted as commander in chief. Therefore, this important bridge was named after Allah-Verdi Khan. He was given a Muslim Turkish name Allah “God” Verdi “given”. The builder of this strong fantastic bridge was Ostad Hossein Banna.

There are three distinct climatic regions in the Fārs Province. First, the mountainous area of the north and northwest with moderate cold winters and mild summers. Secondly, the central regions, with relatively rainy mild winters, and hot dry summers. The third region located in the south and southeast, has cold winters with hot summers. The average temperature of Shirāz is 16.8 °C, 122 Fārs Provinceranging between 4.7 °C and 29.2 °C. The geographical and climatic variation of the province causes varieties of plants; consequently, variation of wildlife has been formed in the province. Additional to the native animals, many kinds of birds migrate to the province every year

Fārs province is one of the provinces that has the highest nomadic population. The culture of the Persian people in general is divided into celebrations, music, clothing and food. In the music section the Aashiqs, Qashqai, Changyan and Sarebanran are existing. The Aashiq music is ancient and extensive, mixed with folkloric poetry. In Fārs province, there are different ethnic groups including Fars, Lor, Turkish Qashqai, Tajik, Arab Khamseh, Kurd and Lak. One of the most important nomadic regions of Iran is Fārs province, with a population of 137, 717 people, about 32 percent of the Iran nomadic population and 3 percent of the province’s population. In addition to Qashqai, Baseri, Baharloo, Mohseni, as well as smaller tribes, continue their nomadic life in Fars. Fārs people’s clothing is very diverse due to cultural diversity, which can be referred to as Qaba (Arkhaleq), shawl and Chaqeh(coat), which is the clothing of the nomadic tribes of Kouhmareh Sarakhas. The official language of the Fārs province is, Farsi. Before Islam, the Persian language was the Middle Persian, which is nowadays changed into Persian ,and is used among most of the people of the province and Baseri tribe.

Agricultural products (cereal-wheat and barley), citrus fruits, dates, sugar beets and cotton, petrochemical facilities oil refinery, producing tires, electronics industry, sugar mill, Tourism, car manufacturing, cement, medicine, texture, rubber & plastics, meat products, non-alcoholic drinking, ICT, oil & gas, mining & minerals- decorative stones
Handicrafts
Khatam Kari
Handicrafts
Is the so-called meticulous Persian Art of woodcarving on decorative objects or monuments. Historically, Khatam Kari was such a noble Art that Princes would learn this technique alongside the art of music, calligraphy or painting. It was one of the most popular Arts under the Safavid Empire (14th to 18th Century) and was renewed under the Shah and persists until today.
Qalam Zani
Handicrafts
Qalam-Zani or Persian Engraving, is the art of carving superb designs on various metals such as copper, brass, silver and gold. Isfahān is the main center for engraving. The artistic work of this course made by the artists are the glorious and undeniable indication of Previous metal work of Iran and Isfahān.
Wood Works
Handicrafts
What is certain is that this art came from India, and the artists have expanded their arts. Initially, this art was a combination of wood and metal and was not used in modern fashion.
Silver Work
Handicrafts
Throughout the Shirāz market, you will be seamlessly attracted by dramatic silver dishes. These dishes are made in the form of silver crafts and one of the most valuable industries in Shirāz.
Minakari
Handicrafts
Vitreous enamel is another handicraft of Shirāz, which today is mostly based on copper. Vitreous enamel is, in fact, the art of decorating dishes and metal objects with metal oxide, which deforms into a particular color when heated.
Mirror Art
Handicrafts
Entering holy places or magnificent monuments, the eye is stunned by the walls and their mirror work, for a few minutes. The mirror works of sacred places like Shah Cherāgh Shirāz is the art of cutting off parts of the mirror and putting them together.
Shiraz Rug
Handicrafts
Fārs villagers and tribes weave rugs of cotton or wool and sometimes silk. These rugs are famous everywhere by the name of Shirāz Rug.
Mosaic Arts
Handicrafts
One of the tile practices is mosaic art, in which the pieces of tile in different shapes and colors are put together and reach the desired shape. This design is used on the wall. The designs that are worked in the mosaic art include the girih, arabesque and geometric.
Plastering Art
Handicrafts
Plastering is an art that can be found in most parts of Iran. In this art, the building is decorated with gypsum and carries different designs on the wall.
Food & Drink
Due to its variety of ethnic groups and the neighboring cultures impact, the cuisine of Iran is diverse. vegetables are frequently used, along with fruits such as plums, pomegranate, quince, prunes, apricots, and raisins. To achieve a balanced taste, characteristic flavorings such as saffron, dried lime, cinnamon, and parsley are mixed delicately and used in some special dishes. Onion and garlic are commonly used in the preparation of the accompanying course, but are also served separately during meals, either in raw or pickled form. Iranian best foods include:
Persian Kebabs
Persian Food
Kebab is one of the popular and special foods of Iran, usually made from pieces of meat or grinded meat with spices. Iranian use a unique method to prepare Kebab. Iranian kebab has different varieties such as Barg Kebab, Koobideh Kebab, chicken Kebab (Joojeh Kebab), Shishlik Kebab, Bonab Kebab, Chenjeh Kebab and Soltani Kebab. The most popular one is Koobideh Kebab (grinded meat with spices).
Qeymeh
Persian Food
Qeymeh consists split pea, meat and dried lime, and is served with rice. It is usually prepared as votive dish (Nazri) at many religious occasions.
Dizi
Persian Food
Abgoosht or Dizi is one of the traditional Iranian dishes consists of lamb meat, tomatoes and peas. When it is cooked in stoneware crocks (Dizi), it is called Dizi Sangi. Abgoosht is in varieties such as Bozbash Abgoosht, Whey Abgoosht, Wheat Abgoosht and Bulgur Abgoosht, etc. It is usually eaten with Sangak bread, vegetables, dough and onion.
Qormeh Sabzi
Persian Food
This original Iranian stew is one of the most delicious cuisines in Iran. Qormeh Sabzi has a unique flavor and consists of red beans, sour vegetables, meat and dried lime, and is served with Iranian rice
Persian Rice
Persian Food
Pulau or cooked rice is the most important Iranian food at ceremonies, occasions and parties, served as Kateh or steamed rice. This food can be served with a variety of stews and cooked with meat, vegetable or various kinds of beans as well. Saffron and barberry are also used to decorate the rice. Various types of Persian pulau include: Zereshk Polo (barberry and rice), Baghali Polo (broad bean and rice), Loobia Polo (beans and rice), Sabzi Polo (vegetable and rice), Albaloo Polo (sour cherry and rice), Shirin Polo (sweet rice), Adas Polo (lentils and rice), Reshteh Polo (noodles and rice) and Kalam Polo Shirazi (shredded cabbage and rice).
Aash-e Reshteh
Persian Food
Various pottages (Ash) are cooked in each region of Iran using its own dish. In the meantime, Ash-e Reshteh is the most well-known, which is prepared by various beans, especial vegetables, noodle (Reshteh) and whey.
Khoresht-e fesenjan
Persian Food
This iconic stew, an essential part of every Persian wedding menu. Khoresht-e fesenjan traditionally made with duck, this dish also works well with chicken or lamb. In the north of Iran it is sometimes made with fish. It is a relatively easy khoresht to make, but it must be cooked slowly to allow the flavours to develop in the sauce. The consistency should be thick and creamy and the colour almost black. The distinctive flavour combines the nutty taste of ground walnuts with the sweet and sour flavour of pomegranate syrup.
Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi
Persian Food
What is it: An herbed rice pilaf complimented with white fishes (either Caspian kutum or halibut). Sabzi means vegetables, polo means steamed rice and mahi denotes fish. Iranian people serve this dish on their new year’s day, Nowruz.
What does it taste like: The delicious green rice will leave you spellbound with a rich taste of herbs. This dish offers a complete package of tastes to make you drool over it.
Kookoo or Kuku
Persian Food
What is it: An herb-based frittata. This cake like preparation is cut and served into pieces. Based on its ingredients there are two different types of kuku namely, kuku sib zamini and kuku sabzi.
What does it taste like: A beautiful amalgamation of spinach, coriander, scallions, and herbs along with eggs makes this preparation a delicious one.
Tahchin
Persian Food
What is it: Chicken, yogurt, and egg based rice cake.
What does it taste like: This authentic Iranian dish has a strong flavor of saffron. The topping known as tahdig is opulent with chicken, but sometimes fish and other vegetables are used. The lower or base part is purely made of white rice.
Shirāzi Polo (Rice & Chicken)
Local Food
Is one of the Shirāzi foods. This delicious dish is made of rice, chicken, eggplant, saffron, yogurt, barberry, salt and pepper
Ashe Sabzi
Local Food
Is one of the most famous and popular soups in Shirāz. This pottage is very nutritious, because it contains ingredients such as chickpea, beans, lentils and fresh herbs.
Kalam Polo
Local Food
Is a traditional Shirāz food, which is usually made from cabbage, rice and vegetable. Spice, turmeric, saffron are also used in this meal. Typically, this is a piece of meatball (minced meat and flour of chickpea) is inserted in the rice.
Shekar Polo
Local Food
Is also one of the delicious Shirāzi foods, and those who are fond of sweet foods can enjoy this meal in Shirāz. In this meal, rice, sugar, saffron, and pistachios, almonds and peanuts are used.
Halim Bademjan
Local Food
Is an Iranian food, and is cooked in Kermān, Shirāz and Isfahān with eggplant and meat (or chicken) ,whey and bread
Yakhni Nokhod
Local Food
Is one of Shirāzi cuisines, which is cooked with meat, peas, potatoes, onions, salt and turmeric.
Faloudeh Shirazi
Local Food
Is a rose water sorbet that contains small pieces of cooked rice noodle. The dish is quite subtle, slightly sweet with just a hint of rose petals; the noodles add a chewiness to the sorbet but little flavor. Faloudeh is served with a wedge of lemon, which added a refreshing kick. It’s an ideal way to end a meal on a searing day. You can order Faloudehye Shirāzi in Ice-cream shops and most tea houses (Chai-Khaneh). Have tea or Faloudeh in the tea houses of the world famous gardens of Shirāz.
Masqati Shirazi
Local Food
One of the most famous sweets in Shirāz, which every passenger experiences, is a Masqati Shirāzi, and is essentially a kind of halva. It is made with starch and pistachios. Masqati has varieties including saffron, pistachio, rosewater, barberry etc