[09:06] salam [09:06] alan ro system am debian nasbe [09:07] vaghti usb headphone ro mizanam nemishnasash [09:07] chikar bayad kard? :| [09:10] kasi hast? [09:45] :/ === alimj1 is now known as alimj === Azitrex_ is now known as Azitrex [13:17] Hello [13:18] A toast to KingOfToast [13:19] ha ha, thanks very much. [13:20] Do you guys get many questions about Iran here? [13:20] Few. Not usually [13:20] This is Ubuntu support channel [13:21] I am using ubuntu now, but im planning on visiting Iran for a holiday [13:22] Currently 30 day Tourist visas are issued upon arrival for many nationalities [13:22] Hope you enjoy your visit [13:22] Many ubuntu users in Iran? [13:23] There should be many [13:23] Do you live there yourself? [13:23] population is relatively young and many study IT related topics [13:23] I live in Tehran [13:23] Where are you? [13:23] Im living in Devon in the UK [13:24] I also work in IT [13:24] Oh. England [13:24] Yep England [13:24] a toast for u [13:24] Brits should apply for a visa before travelling. Relatively easy [13:25] Ive read loads of amazing things about Iran, the history sounds fascinating. [13:25] #iran [13:25] Thanks [13:26] alimj, go there [13:27] farooghkz: On the same network? [13:28] Where are good places to visit? [13:28] alimj, yes on freenode [13:28] Top priorities should be Isfahan, Shiraz [13:29] Actually depends [13:29] If you are interested on historical places or other things [13:29] it is better to talk about iran there [13:29] in the #iran channel? [13:29] I guess it would be fine to talk about Iran here. [13:30] Currently the channel is not very crowded [13:30] Not a real necessity for another channel [13:31] KingOfToast: Relatively few people could speak English (or any other foreign language) [13:31] I suggest reading TripAdvisor articles [13:31] Lot's of good suggestions [13:32] There are also some nice and affordable tours (with English speaking guides) [13:32] I think we will be getting a guide to take us most places. Is Tehran pretty safe to walk around? [13:33] Tehran is really safe to walk around [13:33] Compared to many other cities [13:34] Air pollution is high in this season [13:34] Do you see many tourists there? [13:34] I would recommend early spring [13:34] If we want to compare to Turkey or UAE, the answer is no. Otherwise, yes. For sure [13:35] Country has been trying to open the doors to get a lot of tourists [13:35] A lot of people I speak to about visiting Iran think im mad for wanting to go. [13:36] No. You many consult the British embassy in Tehran: https://twitter.com/ukiniran [13:36] Also this: http://www.euronews.com/2016/02/16/iran-to-ease-visa-access-except-for-us-and-uk/ [13:37] Also watch this: http://edition.cnn.com/videos/world/2016/02/05/iran-winter-sports-pleitgen-pkg.cnn [13:38] And read this: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/14/travel/iran-tourism-sanctions.html?_r=0 [13:39] I quote: "five million foreign travelers visited Iran in 2014" [13:40] Im really excited to get there and see what Iran is like [13:40] I love experiencing different cultures [13:41] What do people tend to do there on an evening? [13:41] how u come iran?by airplane? [13:41] Will be flying to Dubai and then to Iran [13:41] farooghkz: British Airways is resuming London Tehran flights [13:41] lol [13:42] http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/middle-east/iran/articles/British-Airways-considers-reinstating-Iran-flights/ [13:42] I think the flights start up again in July [13:42] so where does barjam go? [13:42] lol [13:43] KingOfToast: People do different things on the evenings [13:43] And different cities. [13:45] You have to consider the following: 1) Credit cards (VISA, Mastercard) does not work here. You should carry some cash [13:45] I guess most people here when they meet up they tend to drink in bars or something similar. But since Iran is a dry country then you must do other things. [13:46] 2) It is always better to exchange at exchange shops in the city rather than Airport (rates differ very much) [13:47] good tip [13:48] whats the wifi coverage like there? [13:49] 3) Internet speed is very poor [13:49] lol [13:49] You can get 4G SIM cards but only at limited speeds [13:50] Also many web sites are blocked (e.g. Twitter, Facebook, ...) [13:50] ah yes I read about that. [13:50] So it would be wise to have VPN and/or Tor installed on you phone if you want to use them [13:50] lol [13:50] another good tip, ill have to get tor installed [13:51] طرف میخواد بیاد ایران باید چقد بدبختی بکشه... [13:52] KingOfToast: May I ask, how old are you? [13:52] 31 [13:52] Ok [13:53] If you look into right places, you might find young Iranians who will be glad to be your guide for free. [13:53] They will enjoy to speak with a Native English speaker. It would be virtually an English class for them [13:54] yes [13:54] I think the person we are visiting is arranging for someone to show us around. We will need someone to keep us out of trouble. [13:54] Exactly [13:54] kingoftoast, will u come here norooz? [13:55] Norooz == equinox [13:55] k [13:55] It is the beginning of Iranian year. Also Holidays [13:55] when is Norooz? [13:56] Our year starts on spring equinox [13:56] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equinox [13:56] Im planning on being there in April [13:57] equinox is about 23d later [13:57] If you visit Tehran, we could have a coffee together [13:57] lots of celebrations for the equinox? [13:57] More than 13 days [13:57] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nowruz [13:58] Would love to. Good to get to know anyone from Tehran [13:59] king, did u know goods and services are more expensive on equinox? [13:59] Thanks for talking to me, ive got to get back to work now. Would it be ok if I stay in this group if I have any more questions? [13:59] No problem [14:00] farooghkz: thanks for the tip [14:00] Here is my Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliMirjamali [14:01] I will PM you my e-mail. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions [14:01] I have just followed you on twitter [14:03] See you later [14:03] See you [14:03] o/ [14:05] farooghkz: به قول معروف. مهمان حبیب خدا است [14:05] ;-) [14:05] مگه من چیز بدی گفتم؟ [14:05] 8) [14:06] alimj [14:21] دارم اوبونتوم رو نابود میکنم خخخ [14:36] farooghkz: نه. اصلا چیز بدی نگفتی [14:36] اصولا باید سعی کرد که خارجیها را به کشور آورد و بهشان نشان داد که ما شاخ نداریم