Bandar Abbas

Bandar Abbas (or Bandar-e Abbas) is a city in Hormozgān.

Introduction to Bandar Abbas

Bandar Abbas is a port town and many of its residents come from other parts of Iran for work. It is inadvisable to swim in the sea as it is polluted. The original inhabitants of Bander Abbas are known as Banduris and can often be spotted for their colourful clothing and burqas. Most of the city shuts down between 14:00 and 18:00, as it is too hot to do anything but the mildest activities.

How to travel to Bandar Abbas

Fly to Bandar Abbas

There are domestic Flights to Isfahan, Shiraz, Mashad and Tehran and an International connection to Dubai.

Travel by train to Bandar Abbas

There are daily train services from Tehran and Mashhad, with trains running from Isfahan every second day. Bandar Abbas train station GPS 27.2116,56.2570 (ایستگاه راه آهن بندرعباس) is located north of the city. The station is not within walking distance, but there are plenty of buses and taxis.

Travel by Bus

There are buses to and from Tehran, Kerman, Shiraz and others. The bus terminal is on the east side of the city around 5 kilometers out by the coast and is signposted in English from the edge of the city.

Travel by boat to Bandar Abbas

Travelling by boat is common in the Strait of Hormuz as distances are short and there are numerous islands. There are several weekly internationel ferries from Sharjah, an hour north of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, run by Valfajr Shipping Company. Also, National Ferries Company runs ferries from Khasab and the Omani enclave located at the tip of Musandam Peninsula. Daily local ferries connects with the nearby islands of Hormuz and Qeshm.

Being a major freight port, freighter travel to Bandar Abbas from Pakistan and India might be a feasible alternative.

What to see in Bandar Abbas

Bandar isn’t blessed with a lot of must-see sights – actually, none – but it’s not totally devoid of flavour. The lively bazaar rambles its way across two blocks just back from the seafront and is probably the most colourful part of town. A seafront promenade leads east and has an evening flea market. At its end and the busy fish market is full of charismatic old salts happy to pose for pictures with their catch. Work on the huge mosque a few metres east of the bazaar seems to have restarted despite local concerns that the engineering is not good enough for a major earthquake zone.

• Cultural Museum of Handicrafts

Muslim Travel Tips

• Genoo thermal spring | this spring is located at a distance of 34 km. northeast of Bandar Abbas and alongside the Bandar Abbas - Sirjan Road. The water from this spring which is calcium sulfuric in nature is used for irrigating the palm groves or plantations and also for bathing purposes. This spring is equipped with two segregated pools for ladies and gents.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Bandar Abbas

Bandar Abbas - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Bandar Abbas, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bandar Abbas. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Bandar Abbas and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Bandar Abbas. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Bandar Abbas. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Bandar Abbas: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Bandar Abbas.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Bandar Abbas, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Bandar Abbas, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Bandar Abbas without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Bandar Abbas is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Bandar Abbas.

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Ramadan Celebrations in Bandar Abbas

Ramadan 2025 in Bandar Abbas

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Mema Pazir Bouali, US$15 for 4 beds, $11 for a double
• Kowsar Hotel, $37 for a twin room
• Hormoz Hotel - هتل هرمز
• Bandar Abbas Homa Hotel - هتل هما

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