Hey, I'm a 25 year old an Iranian girl born in London and recently I went back to Iran for the first time in 15 years. Let me tell you one thing, I was so shocked at how liberal they are. I was expecting strict religious people but everyone was so relaxed they were more outgoing then people here. People have multiple boyfriends/girlfriends (I know!! I was like what the hell??) out there so it's normal. In fact everyone is going to love you, there were so many tourists out there and when they realise you're from Europe or even Americans they get so excited. They really love western culture. Don't associate the people of Iran with the government of Iran . Now in terms of how to act appropriately in the street and around her family, despite the fact that you will be loved and accepted by them (they are really hospitable and genuinely friendly and loving) do remember it is an Islamic republic whereby there are strict