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2024-05-07 18:21
Qazvin wins ambassadors’ hearts
TEHRAN – Ambassadors from South Korea, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Nicaragua have recently explored a selection of destinations during their two-day tour to Iran’s Qazvin.
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2024-05-07 18:20
IAEA chief visits 400-year-old bridge during Iran trip
TEHRAN – On Monday evening, Rafael Grossi, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), paid a visit to Pol-e Khaju during his mission to Isfahan.
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2024-05-06 19:12
Zanjan hosting festival of ethnic heritage
TEHRAN – Zanjan is playing host to an ethnic festival that features nationwide customs of Iranians along with handicrafts and souvenirs.
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2024-05-06 19:12
Amol festival seeks to revive local games and sports
TEHRAN - Amol is set to host a festival of local games and sports intended to help revive indigenous cultural practices of the northern Iranian city.
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2024-05-06 19:12
Border guards to be trained in handicraft skills
TEHRAN - In an innovative move to intertwine cultural preservation with military training, border guards in Sistan-Baluchestan will soon be trained in handicraft skills
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2024-05-06 19:12
Old wall unearthed during street renovation in Hamedan
TEHRAN – Remnants of a brick wall have recently been discovered some 1.5 meters beneath the surface when workers dug sidelines of a street in the ancient city of Hamedan, west-central Iran.
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2024-05-06 19:07
Archaeological-rich Zel Cave to undergo excavation
TEHRAN – Zel Cave, an archaeological-rich place in central Iran, will undergo a 2nd authorized season of excavation in the near future.
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2024-05-05 17:35
Germi set to host festivals to promote domestic tourism
TEHRAN - In an effort to encourage domestic tourism, Germi, a historical county nestled within Iran's Ardabil province, is gearing up to host a series of local festivals.
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2024-05-05 17:34
Ancient artistry: the enduring legacy of Nazok-Kari in Urmia
TEHRAN - Nazok-Kari is an ancient craft being practiced in Urmia, in northwest Iran.
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2024-05-05 17:22
Iranian attaché in Armenia paints tourism as bridge beyond stereotypes
TEHRAN - In an effort to dispel outdated stereotypes and promote cultural understanding, the Iranian Cultural Attaché in Armenia, advocates for increased inbound tourism to Iran.
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2024-05-05 17:20
Tehran, Riyadh consider re-establishing direct flights
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held discussions with his Saudi Arabian counterpart, Faisal bin Farhan, regarding the facilitation of commercial visas and the resumption of direct flights between the two nations.
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2024-05-05 17:09
Naqsh-e Rostam: efforts underway to safeguard treasured site
TEHRAN - Efforts have been initiated to monitor, protect, and restore Naqsh-e Rostam in response to a recent rainfall causing slight damage to the treasured site, announced a relevant official.
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2024-05-04 18:02
Iran facilitates entry of foreign travelers with personal vehicles
TEHRAN - The efforts of the Touring & Automobile Club of the Islamic Republic of Iran have significantly eased the entry process for travelers and tourists with personal vehicles into the ancient country.
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2024-05-04 18:01
Kerman province to host loan exhibit of its local treasures
TEHRAN - A collection of relics discovered from Kerman and being kept at the National Museum of Iran, has been returned to the southern province for a loan exhibition during Cultural Heritage Week (May 17 to 23).
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2024-05-04 18:01
Kashan sites visited by over 30,000 tourists in day
TEHRAN – Kashan, a historical city within Iran’s Isfahan province, has shattered previous visitor records by attracting over 30,000 tourists to its historical sites in a single day.
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2024-05-04 17:59
Emad ud-Duleh Mosque: a testament to cultural exchange and spiritual significance
TEHRAN - Emad ud-Duleh Mosque stands as a unique architectural gem, located in the heart of Kermanshah city within the bustling traditional bazaar.
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2024-05-04 17:48
6 must-visit villages near Tehran during spring season
TEHRAN – In spring, the villages surrounding Tehran become exquisite destinations to explore.
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2024-05-01 18:16
Khomein’s rosewater festival gains national recognition
TEHRAN – An annual festival dedicated to roses and rosewater has been officially registered in the national list for intangible cultural heritage, marking a significant milestone for Khomein’s Shahabieh village.
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2024-05-01 18:15
Lorestan to host 4th intl. troglodytic architecture conference
TEHRAN – Lorestan province is set to host the 4th International Troglodytic Architecture Conference, scheduled to take place in the ancient city of Khorramabad from November 12 to 14.
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2024-05-01 18:15
Iranian artisans showcase skills at Expo 2024
TEHRAN - Tens of Iranian craftspeople showed off their skills as a marketing opportunity at the 6th International Export Potential Exhibition of the Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran Expo 2024), which was held in Tehran from April 27 to May 1.
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2024-05-01 18:15
Home to Sassanid fortress, Khorramabad valley inhabited for 5400 years, research suggests
TEHRAN – In a recent significant development in the field of archaeology in Khorramabad valley, where the Sassanid fort of Falak ol-Aflak is located, some evidence has been found, dating human settlement back to 5400 years ago, preceding the Bronze Age.
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2024-05-01 18:14
Iran emerges as potential destination for Russian tourists
TEHRAN - In a bid to position itself as a top tourist spot for Russians, Iran has been implementing several measures to ease travel and enhance accessibility.
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2024-04-30 22:01
Discover mysterious Mount Pardis in southwest Iran
TEHRAN – Mount Pardis emerges as a fascinating tourist attraction that enchants geologists and is surrounded by myths. While many claims may lack credibility, global researchers are ardently engaged in unraveling its mysteries.
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2024-04-30 21:58
Abshineh wetland: a stopover for migratory winged visitors
TEHRAN – Situated just 15 kilometers from the city of Hamadan near a road to Malayer, Abshineh wetland, stands as a testament to Iran's rich environmental heritage.
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2024-04-30 21:57
Semnan to celebrate ethnic food, bread at Taska Festival
TEHRAN – A celebration of bread and ethnic foods, Semnan’s inaugural Taska Festival has been set to run from May 8 to 10 as part of the Silk Road Tourism Festival.
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2024-04-30 21:56
Isfahan seven-color tiles earn international recognition
TEHRAN - The ancient Isfahan’s craft of creating seven-color tiles has been granted global status, recognizing its unique cultural and historical significance on an international scale.
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2024-04-29 18:31
The role of climate, and floods in shaping ancient Persian Gulf civilizations
In a groundbreaking research endeavor, scientists have uncovered the intricate relationship between climate change and floods in shaping the ancient Persian Gulf human settlements.
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2024-04-29 18:22
Gol-Ghaltan: a festival to soak up babies with petals
TEHRAN - The 15th edition of the national festival of Gol-Ghaltan (literally meaning rolling in flowers) will be held in the city of Amirieh, north-central province of Semnan, from May 8 to 10.
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2024-04-29 18:18
Revival rhythm: Iran’s tourism blooms by 21%
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism industry has witnessed a 21% upsurge in 2023, signaling a strong recovery in the post-COVID-19, data compiled by the World Travel and Tourism Council suggests. According to the WTTC, the increase is part of a broader recovery following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which saw the industry plummet by 45% in 2020.
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2024-04-29 18:18
Tehran, Muscat to step up cultural, tourism collaboration
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has met with Oman’s Minister of Social Development, emphasizing the importance of enhancing tourism and cultural cooperation between the two nations.