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- Massive book bazaar and bargain hunting — Rows and rows of publisher stalls, academic presses and second-hand sellers make this the place to unearth cheap editions, hard-to-find local titles and knockout translation bargains; the sheer scale and price cuts are what give the fair its festival vibe.
- Persian poetry recitals and calligraphy demonstrations — Live recitations of classical and contemporary Persian verse paired with masters showing traditional calligraphy and bookbinding create a poetic, almost ritual atmosphere you won’t get from a typical western book fair.
- Author talks, panels and book signings — From academic panels to intimate Q&As, the fair brings authors, translators and critics together; it’s your best chance to catch conversations about Iranian literature, translation
- Massive book bazaar and bargain hunting — Rows and rows of publisher stalls, academic presses and second-hand sellers make this the place to unearth cheap editions, hard-to-find local titles and knockout translation bargains; the sheer scale and price cuts are what give the fair its festival vibe.
- Persian poetry recitals and calligraphy demonstrations — Live recitations of classical and contemporary Persian verse paired with masters showing traditional calligraphy and bookbinding create a poetic, almost ritual atmosphere you won’t get from a typical western book fair.
- Author talks, panels and book signings — From academic panels to intimate Q&As, the fair brings authors, translators and critics together; it’s your best chance to catch conversations about Iranian literature, translation challenges and cultural debates in person.
- Children’s pavilion and storytelling performances — A lively, colourful zone full of storytelling sessions, puppet theatre, workshops and illustrated books that keeps families entertained and showcases the country’s strong tradition of children’s publishing.
- Independent presses, translations and experimental zones — Small publishers, local zines and translation booths cluster into pockets of discovery where you can find cutting-edge fiction, poetry in translation and indie book art—great for spotting new voices and unconventional formats.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.