Travellers looking for an unusual place to celebrate the longest night of the year may want to consider booking Iranair flights to the Middle East in December.
This is when the Zoroastrian Yalda Festival is held, an event that dates back thousands of years.
Among the traditions observed during this time is the eating of melons, which harks back to an old belief that the fruit can protect against illnesses if eaten during the winter solstice.
The long night represents the climax of the battle between good and evil and the end of the darkness represents the final victory of good.
Holidaymakers who travel to Tehran during this time may want to take in some of the cultural and historical sites while they are in the Iranian capital.
Among the top locations for visitors is the Golestan Palace - situated near the Tehran bazaar - which is decorated with intricate tilework and mirrors.
Use Alternative Airlines to book your cheap flights to Tehran.
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