In pictures: Charles in Iran

1 of 7 Prince Charles is visiting the earthquake-hit city of Bam - the first British royal to visit Iran since the 1970s.

2 of 7 Earlier, the prince gave his condolences to President Mohammad Khatami in a "warm and cordial" meeting in Tehran.

3 of 7 A young boy leaps into Charles's path as he tours the streets of Bam.

4 of 7 Charles chatted to survivors of December's tragedy which killed at least 41,000 people.

5 of 7 The Prince of Wales is visiting Iran in his capacity as patron of the British Red Cross.

6 of 7 On his trip, he told locals the British people were praying for the people of Iran.

7 of 7 The prince spoke to local people outside the tents where they have lived since the earthquake demolished their homes.