Best is USD. and Euro..Forget credit cards...No ATM. available, also no legal facebook...
2 km. ahead the bordergate is the Bazargan town..Even on holidays when banks are closed, you will meet the same offers in front of the banks with banknotes in the hands..Not illegal, not dangerous...Nop. for exchange with these foxes...Just be aware of the rates..Bargain is a must and legal..
Not a warning as Iran is really a wonderful country with history,nice cities and very friendly local people, just be carefull to these points.:
1-Never take photos of the military areas.
2-Never take the photos of the soldiers or escort police before asking for permission.After permission, you can even have your photo taken with their guns in your hands.
3-After Tehran, take the main road to Zahedan, keep away from roads close and parallel to Afganistan borderline..(Tehran,Kashan,Esfahan Nain,Yazd, Kerman,Bam,Zahedan then Taftan bordergate (only 1) to Pakistan)
4-Definitely obey escort police in South Iran and Pakistan.They are there for our safety and even share their bread with passengers.
5-Locals get alchol in deserts with a having picnic look.Never accompany them even they are safe and friendly..
After south Tehran, you will meet many passengers on the main road to the same or opposite destination with you.(Good to exchange tips and maps)
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