Rick Steves' Europe

Season 5, Episode 14

Episode Title: Iran: Historic Capitals

Air Date: 2009-01-10

Overview:

Iran's rich history goes back millennia, to the days when Persepolis was home to the "king of kings." In this episode, we explore three historic capitals of Iran: Persepolis, with its splendid monuments; Shiraz, with the tombs of Iran's most beloved poets; and Isfahan, with its extraordinary mosques and endearing people.