10. Expect to Get Stared At
This is nothing against the Iranian people; they simply observe different customs. From a social standpoint, Iranians have a much closer-knit society. Families live together for a long time, and they regularly participate closely in each other’s lives. Iranians are a curious, social people who happily apply these same standards to visitors. So, expect to have your oddness be worthy of a little gawking.
11. Not Every Iranian Is Religious
In spite of the global reputation the country has, there are actually some people who are ardent in the their distrust or outright distaste for the Iranian government. Though alcohol is illegal, some locals still enjoy a nip of the good stuff from time to time, just like in the days of American Prohibition.
12. They Want You to Love It Here
The Western traveler moving through Iran can expect to hear one question repeated over and over again: What do you think of Iran now and what did you think of it before you came? The citizens are very aware of how they’re painted on a global level and — perhaps not surprisingly — they’re eager to change people’s minds whenever possible.
