ran has a diverse culture based on the different values and beliefs they have. A big key is that Iran doesn’t have and Arab culture, but more so Persian. There cultural characterizes ranges from the majority religion of Islam which dictates a small part of the culture. Religion is a key role in the Iranian lifestyle. Religious ideologies such as divorce, inheritance and guardianship is supported in the Islamic law. The issue of religious freedom is yet to be achieved with non-Muslims being the minority and discriminated against. This is what differentiate Iran from the United States where we have freedom of religion. Arts and literature is also a big part of the Iranian culture. They excel in calligraphy, decoration, and painting. Calligraphy is highly cultivated in Iran. …show more content…
Architecture always has elaborated tiles and carved plaster ornamentation on walls and ceiling. Decorations of floral or geometrical elements are heavily used in all Iranian arts and crafts. The culture also ranges from family to business and custom etiquettes. Family is the basis of social structure in Iran. The concept of family is more private compared to other cultures. Female relatives must be protected from outside influences and must be taken care of at all time. Elderly relatives are mainly kept at home, rather than living in nursing homes. Family loyalty comes before any other social or business