By Katayoon Dashti

World’s largest hand-made cave, an unknown heritage in Fars province

Sang Shekanan (stonemasons) cave in the south of Jahrom, Fars province, has been dubbed the largest hand-made cave in the world, but many people in Iran and even Fars have not yet heard of it, and it has few visitors.

Mahdishahr’s self-colored carpets manifest natural wonders

TEHRAN—Mahdishahr’s self-colored carpets are a manifestation of the wonders of nature and the unparalleled art of human hands, which have imprinted the authenticity and identity of a region in their texture and weave.

Ban on exports of Iranian backgammon lifted

TEHRAN—An official with the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts announced the lifting of the ban on backgammon exports.

Ilam’s Chogha Golan, the oldest agricultural origin in West Asia

TEHRAN—Chogha Golan region in Mehran county, Ilam province, is the oldest cradle of agriculture across Iran and West Asia, Habibollah Mahmoudian, a specialist in prehistoric archaeology, has said.

Ramsar Research Garden nationally registered

TEHRAN—Ramsar Research Garden in Mazandaran province was registered under the number 1121 on the National Heritage List on July 9, the cultural heritage chief of the province has said.

Seven historical sites in Isfahan added to Iran’s heritage list

TEHRAN – Seven historical monuments in Isfahan Province have been officially added to Iran’s National Heritage List, further cementing the region’s reputation as a cultural and historical treasure trove.  

Eight cultural heritage sites in Golestan province added to Iran’s heritage list

TEHRAN – Golestan province has added eight new cultural heritage sites—five archaeological sites and three historical buildings—to Iran’s National Heritage List, according to a recent announcement by provincial officials.

601 inscriptions from Fars province in Iran’s heritage list

TEHRAN – The Director-General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Fars, Mohammad Sabet Eqlidi, announced on Thursday that 46 immovable and 555 movable cultural assets from Fars province have been officially registered in Iran’s national heritage list.

Historic ‘Mashin Doodi’ station in Tehran added to national heritage list

TEHRAN - The historic “Mashin Doodi” station, which marks the dawn of Iran’s rail industry and urban modernization, located in southern Tehran, has been officially added to Iran’s national list of cultural heritage.

Chehel Dokhtaroon cave: ancient rock paintings made national heritage

TEHRAN - Chehel Dokhtaroon cave in Jahrom, known for its ancient rock paintings, has been officially recognized as a national heritage site, marking a significant legacy milestone for Fars province.

Qajar-era cistern joins national heritage list

TEHRAN – Ab-Anbar-e Hasht-Pakh, a Qajar-era cistern recognized for its bizarre architectural design in Lar, has been officially registered on Iran’s national heritage list.

Fairy-like castle made national heritage

TEHRAN – The ruined Pargoo castle, located in Evaz county, Fars province, has been inscribed on the national heritage list, said a local official.

Long-lived trees recognized as national heritage

TEHRAN – Aimed at respecting natural beauties, a selection of nine long-lived trees in southern Iran, some dating back to nine centuries ago, have been inscribed in the national heritage list.

Long-lived trees made national heritage

TEHRAN - Three long-lived trees in Gilan province have gained national heritage status, underscoring efforts to protect the region’s cultural and natural heritage. 

8 historical sites from Ardabil province added to Iran heritage list

TEHRAN - The Director-General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts for Ardabil Province has announced the registration of eight historical sites located at Nir County on the national heritage list.

Three ancient trees among Iran heritage list newcomers

TEHRAN – In a notable development, the Director-General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Golestan province proudly unveiled the recent registration of three ancient plane trees into Iran's national heritage list.

Three historical buildings among Iran heritage list newcomers

TEHRAN – The Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts for Golestan province has announced that three historical structures within the province have been officially registered and added to the national heritage list.

Two long-lived trees make it to Iran National Heritage List

TEHRAN – The Director-General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts for Alborz Province has proudly announced the inclusion of two long-standing trees from the region in the country’s National Heritage list.

Rhytons excavated from Zanjan’s ancient salt mine made national heritage

TEHRAN – Three centuries-old rhytons excavated from an ancient salt mine in Iran’s Zanjan province have been registered on the national list for cultural heritage.

Six moveable properties in Golestan added to national heritage list

TEHRAN-A total of six historical moveable properties in the northern province of Golestan have recently been inscribed on the national heritage list, CHTN reported on Tuesday.

Qajar-era Tekyeh in Mashhad made national heritage

TEHRAN- The Qajar-era (1789–1925) Darugheh Tekyeh in Mashhad, Khorasan Razavi province, has recently been inscribed on the national heritage list, a local tourism official has said. 

Registering natural heritage could boost tourism, official says

TEHRAN – Registration of natural heritage sites on the National Heritage List can boost tourism potential in the East Azarbaijan province, the provincial tourism chief has said. 

12 mosques in Sistan-Baluchestan made national heritage

TEHRAN – A selection of 12 historical mosques, located in Iran’s southeastern Sistan-Baluchestan province, have recently been registered on the national list of cultural heritage.

Seven historical places in Kerman made national heritage

TEHRAN – Seven historical monuments and places situated in the southern Kerman province have recently been registered in Iran’s national list for cultural heritage.

Long-lived cypresses in southeast Iran receive national designation

TEHRAN – Two old cypress trees standing in the Taftan county of Sistan-Baluchestan province have recently been added to Iran’s national heritage list.

Massive underground city in central Iran made national heritage 

TEHRAN –A massive underground city located in Tafresh, central Iran, has recently been inscribed on the national heritage list, ILNA reported on Wednesday. 

Lake Shurabil in Ardabil made national heritage

TEHRAN –Lake Shurabil in the northwestern Ardabil province, has recently been inscribed on the national heritage list of Iran, the provincial tourism chief has said. 

Old trees in Semnan village named national heritage

TEHRAN – Two centuries-old trees standing in a village of Semnan province have recently gained national status.

Qajar-era bathhouse added to national heritage list

TEHRAN –A Qajar-era (1789-1925) public bathhouse in a small village in the west-central Hamedan province has recently been added to the national heritage list, a local tourism official has said. 

Orange blossom festival added to national heritage list

TEHRAN – A local festival dedicated to orange blossoms in northern Gilan province has recently been added to the national heritage list.