Poets (or dead poets) are venerated in Iran. The splendid mausoleums of Hafez (1315-1390) and Sa’di (1207-1291) in Shiraz laid in pavillions set in Persian-style gardens are widely visited by Iranians . Apparently every home has a collection of Hafez and Iranians can quote widely from his work.

The monastery of Ne’matollah Vali near Kerman houses the tomb of the 14th century poet and dervish of that name. The Monastery is for dervishes and the tiny room with spiral murals is where they spend 40 days in prayer and meditation.