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2025-07-26 18:06
Tourism ministry proposes week-long public vacation for tourism boost
TEHRAN—Cultural Heritage Minister Reza Salehi-Amiri said that the government is pulling Iranian tourism out of the wartime recession with two national strategies and 14 operational mechanisms.
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2025-02-15 18:16
By Afshin Majlesi
Government spokeswoman highlights tourism and cultural heritage preservation
TEHRAN - Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokeswoman for the government, emphasized the administration’s commitment to tourism development and cultural heritage preservation during her visit to the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition on Thursday.
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2025-01-25 17:28
Deadline for 9th Fajr Intl. Handicrafts Festival registration extended
TEHRAN - Artists eager to showcase their talents at the 9th Fajr International Handicrafts Festival, also known as Sarv-e-Simin, have been granted an additional 72 hours to register. The new deadline for registration and submission of works is now Monday, January 27, 2025.
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2024-11-25 18:23
Ministry of Cultural Heritage hosts exhibit of wooden crafts and ceramics
TEHRAN - The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has inaugurated its first weekly handicrafts exhibition following the conclusion of the National Handicrafts Exhibition.
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2024-10-05 16:55
Iran plans to boost sports tourism, minister says
TEHRAN – Sports and Youth Minister Ahmad Donyamali has emphasized the government’s commitment to expanding sports tourism as a key area for development.
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2024-10-02 17:50
Dorud handicrafts on show at ministry headquarters in Tehran
TEHRAN - A special exhibition showcasing the handcrafted works of artisans from Dorud county in Lorestan province is held at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Tehran, according to Lorestan’s deputy for handicrafts.
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2024-07-23 17:29
National initiative for residency revival in historical areas
TEHRAN – Iran’s Supreme Council of Urban Planning and Architecture has approved incentive strategies for easing residency in historical areas.
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2024-06-10 18:04
Enhanced safety measures for Tehran museums
TEHRAN - The tourism ministry and Tehran Municipality have inked a cooperation agreement aimed at better protecting the historical heritage of the Iranian capital.
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2024-06-09 17:13
Tehran to hold symposium on tourism and green investment
TEHRAN - Iran is set to host the 3rd National Symposium on Tourism and Green Investment, focusing on green economy and the promotion of entrepreneurship and innovation in tourism.
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2024-04-07 17:28
Iran to hold special tourism workshops in 20 provinces
TEHRAN - In a bid to enhance the quality of services provided to tourists, Iran’s tourism ministry is set to organize a series of training workshops soon.
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2024-01-30 18:05
Ardabil to host intl. conference on museum affairs
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism ministry, in close collaboration with the Iranian National Commission for UNESCO, will be hosting an international conference on museum affairs.
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2024-01-17 17:39
Tehran to host academic conference on health tourism
TEHRAN – Tehran will be playing host to a national conference on health tourism from Feb. 21 to 23.
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2023-11-10 16:49
Iran’s tourism ministry to host exhibit featuring South Khorasan destinations
TEHRAN – A collection of photographs depicting natural and cultural destinations in Iran’s South Khorasan province will go on show at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Tehran.
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2023-11-07 17:35
Association for cultural heritage benefactors launched
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister on Monday publicized the launch of a special association for cultural heritage benefactors to raise funds for urgent restoration projects.
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2023-10-10 18:03
Iranian deputy minister doubles as WCC-APR deputy chief
TEHRAN – Maryam Jalali Dehkordi, who serves as Iran’s deputy minister for handicrafts, has been selected as the deputy director for the World Crafts Council-Asia-Pacific Region.
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2023-08-21 18:39
Needlework group exhibit opens at tourism ministry
TEHRAN— Collections of traditional needlework have been put on show in a group exhibition at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Tehran.
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2023-07-22 18:30
100 Iranian villages to be shortlisted for tourism development
TEHRAN —100 lesser-known Iranian villages will be shortlisted for tourism development to help boost local economies and reverse the flow of people into the cities.
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2023-07-12 18:11
Tourism minister visits 11th-century Alamut fortress
TEHRAN – On Tuesday, Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Minister Ezzatollah Zarghami paid a visit to the ancient Alamut fortress, which belonged to the Ismaili leader, Hasan ibn Sabbah, in the 11th century.
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2023-07-12 18:10
Tehran considers waiving tourist visa requirements for 60 countries
TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran is considering a proposal for border easing based on which it may unilaterally drop visa requirements for passport holders of 60 states, the deputy tourism minister said on Wednesday.
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2023-03-14 18:53
Iran to set up micro hotels
TEHRAN –Iranian authorities plan to launch micro hotels in the near future, an official with the tourism ministry has said.
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2022-10-18 20:00
Tourism ministry preparing atlas of national food
TEHRAN—Tourism ministry is preparing a comprehensive atlas of Iranian foods and beverages, an official with the ministry has said.
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2022-10-17 20:30
Tourism ministry hosting exhibit of traditional ornaments
TEHRAN—The headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Tehran is playing host to an exhibition of traditional ornaments.
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2022-10-02 17:42
Iranian kilims on show at tourism ministry
TEHRAN –A collection of hand-woven kilims has been put on display at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Tehran.
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2022-09-11 20:00
Tourism ministry hosting exhibit of traditional glasswork
TEHRAN—A collection of traditional glasswork has been put on display at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Tehran.
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2022-08-14 21:25
Council established to safeguard Yazd’s cultural heritage
TEHRAN—Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has established a special council tasked with monitoring and protecting historical monuments, sites, and centuries-old traditions in Yazd province.
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2022-07-05 19:12
Old hands honored for excellence in Iran cultural heritage
TEHRAN – On Monday evening, twelve veteran experts were honored by the tourism minister for their contributions to preserving Iran’s cultural heritage.
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2022-06-27 19:30
Stunning handmade leatherwork on show at tourism ministry
TEHRAN- A collection of exquisite handmade leatherwork has been put on display at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Tehran.
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2022-06-22 20:30
Gereh-chini works on show at tourism ministry
TEHRAN – A collection of handmade Gereh-chini works has been put on show during a solo exhibition at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Tehran.