Modern Iran or Ancient Persia? Going to Iran actually means seeing both. The ancient Persian ruins are well preserved and can be visited and appreciated. However, they are shrouded in the rules of the modern Islamic Republic of Iran, and we know more about them.
A traveler on my trip to Iran gave me a book called Tipping Point. It is about the theory that small things can make great changes; The concept of understanding trends, social changes and other major changes is just like an epidemic, which is infectious and can spread quickly.
In the introduction, the author Malcolm Gladwell is quoted as saying: "We need to be prepared for the possibility that small things may sometimes change greatly, and sometimes these changes will happen soon. The possibility of sudden change is the core of the concept of tipping point, and is probably the most difficult for all people to accept."
I realized that when I returned from Iran, my emotions were mixed around me and I was willing to have this critical point. My friends live within the boundaries of compulsion, which makes me confused and sad. And feel happy for the people who promote them to keep happy and make full use of the bad situation (through the combination of fashion, straightforward voice and freedom).
I was overwhelmed by the images and propaganda of Ayatollah Khomeini, who led the revolution in 1979, and the glory of the war martyrs. However, when I heard that those anti American slogans were soon withdrawn, I felt hopeful, and the anti Western sentiment was not as strong as before. I am glad to see that the mysteries of ancient Persia are still in the air, especially in the remnants of the Persian Empire, which are still being punctured everywhere.
But one thing that defines Iran is change. This is not a terrible place. The treasures of Persia still stand today and are not respected as we have seen in other extreme ideological societies&# 356; His people are not extremely popular with outsiders, although some ethnic groups have more restrictions (but still let).
A new generation of Iranians is promoting adjustment and transformation. Some even call themselves Persians rather than "Iranians". Strict law enforcement has been unable to maintain all order. The current President Hassan Rouhani (even on Twitter) seems to be paving the way for better communication channels with the top leaders.
It sums up my feelings about Iran - the glorious tradition and miracle of the ancient Persian civilization (the largest ever in the world) will one day truly break through the dark cloak of repressive regimes and become more alive than they have already been.
When traveling to Iran, remember that people are not always representatives of the government.
Visit Iran and know that there are relics of ancient Persia and modern Iranian history.
To become a visitor in Iran is to lose yourself in the former and try your best to understand the latter.
It is unfair to judge Iran only based on the negative news we have heard. This is a country with a vast territory and legendary empire; An Islamic country that still retains its own language; A country that preserves ancient art, national treasures and royal legacies. If the current regime has not destroyed anything, it is the extraordinary history of the country. The romantic elements of the golden age can be found. |
