Easy border crossing into Iran. Welcome welcome everyone says.
Still had security to and from Zahedan all the way to Bam, but I'm told that is all over with now.
Zahedan felt like I was still in Pakistan, couldn't leave hotel even to go across the road to get some food. Police were called and they escorted me. Another tough ride through the desert but at least the roads are good.
Was only going to stay one night in Bam and head to Kerman and Shiraz, but hospitality at my guesthouse is fantastic, taken me around the city, fed me and generally made me feel at home, so staying another night. Only one more day in the desert tomorrow.
Bam was devistated by an earthquake 4/5 years ago tens of thousands died and 95% of the city destroyed including the ARG ancient old city went there today and saw how they are rebuilding it to original spec. mamouth task i'd say and will take decades.
Just one last comment on Pakistan, I read my blog and I give the impression it was hell all the time, it wasn't.