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When you fly from Birmingham to Mashhad with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Birmingham International Airport offers a seamless start to your journey from the heart of the UK midlands. Located just five miles from the country’s second-largest city, this modern and expanding airport provides excellent customer experience and convenient access.
Getting here is straightforward, whether you choose rail, road or taxi. The free Air-Rail monorail links the airport directly to Birmingham International railway station in just two minutes. Buses frequently run to and from New Street station in the city centre. If you are driving, you have a choice of short, medium, and long-stay parking options, with the long-stay car parks conveniently connected to the terminal via shuttle bus. Taxis are also readily available.
Once inside the main Departures area, please allow ample time for check-in and security procedures, as the airport is very busy. BHX is business-passenger friendly, featuring a dedicated business centre with meeting rooms. Stay connected easily with free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. You can browse a selection of travel and luxury goods, including Duty Free items, before your flight. For your comfort, a multi-faith prayer room and baby-changing facilities are provided, alongside various food and drink vendors offering local and international cuisine.
Mashhad is Iran's second-largest city, celebrated for its profound heritage and modern commercial scene. As a major hub in the northeast, its history as a trade centre along the Silk Road has created a truly unique cultural experience for you to discover.
At the heart of the city stands the magnificent Imam Reza Shrine, a key pilgrimage destination. This stunning complex is an architectural jewel, featuring intricate Persian mirror mosaics, grand courtyards, and the revered Goharshad Mosque, built in the 15th century.
Explore Mashhad’s rich literary history by visiting the Tomb of Ferdowsi in nearby Tus, which commemorates the author of the epic 'Shahnameh'. The city’s vibrant bazaars, such as Bazaar Reza, are a treasure trove for shoppers looking for authentic Persian carpets, exquisite saffron, and gemstones like turquoise. For a taste of the local area, dine on traditional dishes like shole mashhadi in the picturesque villages of Torqabeh and Shandiz, nestled in the surrounding mountains.
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