Road Trip Through Iran – Rasht
Cruizing along the highway, windows down, music up… August is the perfect month for a road trip! Alright I admit, we might not be able to physically road trip through Iran, but we can certainly ‘pray through’ Iran.
While our team on the ground dedicates these next 10 days to proclamation, teaching, and intercession, let’s join them in a 10-day prayer road trip through Iran. #livedeadiran
9th Stop – Rasht
Fast Facts
- Population: 630,000+
- Language: Gileki (native language of the Gilan province) and Persian (official Iranian language)
- Reputation: known as the “Gate of Europe,” Rasht has historically been a major trading stop on the Caspian Sea, connecting Iran with Europe and Russia
- Tourist Sites:
- Caspian Beaches – enjoy a seaside vacation at the beach alongside tourists from around the world
- Dr. Azodi Stadium – watch a soccer game played by the home team, Damash Gilan… don’t forget to call it “football” though!
- Masouleh Hotel – spend a night in the mountains at a resort in Masouleh, just southwest of Rasht
Prayer for Rasht
Rasht is a beautiful spot in Iran, known for its beaches, nearby mountains, and increasingly modernized infrastructure. It is an attractive place for both Iranian and international tourists to visit. In this place where tourists and locals mix, let’s pray that those who know Christ would boldly share His Gospel with those who would not otherwise hear: