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2023-10-10 17:45
Isfahan conference to raise awareness of dangers to intangible cultural heritage by climate change
TEHRAN—Isfahan is set to host an international conference aimed at raising awareness of possible harms that intangible cultural heritage in West and Central Asia may face due to climate change.
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2023-10-08 18:25
Tehran’s sole UNESCO site hosts photo exhibit dedicated to Iranian capital
TEHRAN—A collection of old and recent photos of the Iranian capital has been put on show at the UNESCO-designated Golestan Palace in downtown Tehran.
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2023-10-08 18:22
Prehistorical water system uncovered at legendry Sialk Hills
TEHRAN — An archaeological team has uncovered a prehistorical water system during excavations in Sialk Hills, located near Kashan, central Iran.
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2023-10-07 18:33
Kordestan starts new campaign for medical tourism
TEHRAN—Iran’s Kordestan is launching a new tourism campaign aimed at attracting international patients primarily from neighboring countries.
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2023-10-07 18:24
Qalishuyan, a UNESCO-designated ancient ritual, observed in central Iran
TEHRAN - On Friday, hundreds of the locals performed one of their religious routines; Qalishuyan.
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2023-10-07 18:18
Iran considers renewing tourism ties with Egypt after four-decade rift
TEHRAN - Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Ezzatollah Zarghami has said that the Islamic Republic is considering restoring tourism ties with Egypt.
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2023-10-06 17:36
Iranian, Russian restorers to share expertise at Tehran conference
TEHRAN—Several restorers and cultural heritage experts from Iran and Russia have been invited to bring together in-house expertise at a binational conference to be held in downtown Tehran.
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2023-10-01 18:28
Mir Emad's rarely seen calligraphic work on show in Tehran
TEHRAN—A rarely seen calligraphic work created by Mir Emad, who is one of the most celebrated Persian calligraphers of all time, has been put on show at the UNESCO-designed Golestan Palace in downtown Tehran.
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2023-10-01 18:15
Al-e Ahmad’s paternal house: a must-go, as soon as restoration ends
TEHRAN—The paternal house of Jalal Al-e Ahmad, who was a prominent Iranian novelist, short-story writer, translator, and philosopher of the 20th century, has undergone restoration, promising a new cultural center for Tehran is on the horizon.
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2023-09-29 14:39
Tehran among top 100 S&T Cluster Ranking 2023
TEHRAN- According to an early release from the 2023 edition of the World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) Global Innovation Index (GII), Tehran ranks 34th among the top 100 Science and Technology (S&T) clusters in the world.
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2023-09-27 18:28
Iran’s tourist arrivals reach 2.93 million in Jan-Jul 2023, UNWTO barometer indicates
TEHRAN—Foreign tourist arrivals in Iran reached some 2.93 million between January and July 2023, according to the latest United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) World Tourism Barometer.
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2023-09-26 17:52
Amazing archaeological finds dating back to Elamite era unearthed in western Iran
TEHRAN—Archaeologists in western Iran have found over 1,000 clay seals (and fragments) along with other “important” relics estimated to date from the Elamite era (3200–539 BC).
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2023-09-26 15:42
Tehran conference: forge stronger cooperation against sand and dust storms
TEHRAN – The International Conference on Combating Sand and Dust Storms, which was held in Tehran on September 9-10, has called on countries affected by sand and dust storms to forge stronger cooperation in combating the issue of international concern.
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2023-09-25 23:07
By Mehran Shamsuddin
Rebuilding Bridges between Tehran and Cairo
TEHRAN – Iran and Egypt are inching closer to fully restoring relations as part of a broader regional rapprochement that potentially ushers in a new era in relations between the two ancient civilizations.
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2023-09-25 18:43
Dafineh Museum to offer free admission on World Tourism Day
TEHRAN - Dafineh Museum, a treasure trove of art, history, and culture in northern Tehran, will be offering free admission to its visitors on Sep. 27, which marks World Tourism Day.
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2023-09-25 18:43
150 events to promote green tourism across Iran
TEHRAN—Over 150 recreational programs have been designed to promote green tourism across Iran, the deputy tourism minister said on Monday.
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2023-09-25 18:43
Iran sees 3.35 million foreign tourists in H1
TEHRAN—Iran saw 3.35 million tourist arrivals in the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21), which soars 38 percent year on year, a government official said on Monday.
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2023-09-24 18:15
Iran was Turkey’s 4th tourism source in October
TEHRAN—A total of 280,951 Iranian nationals visited Turkey in October, making the Islamic Republic the fourth tourism source for its neighboring country during the month.
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2023-09-24 18:05
Iran chairs Ancient Civilizations Forum assembly in NY
TEHRAN—Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian chaired a ministerial meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday.
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2023-09-24 17:59
By Afshin Majlesi
Discover the rich artistry of Lalejin’s clay pottery
TEHRAN—Lalejin, a small town in west-central Iran, has magnificently carved a niche for itself as a world-renowned hub for pottery and potters, making it a must-visit destination for any lover of art and culture.
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2023-09-22 18:02
Iranian potters showing off skills at Kokand festival
TEHRAN—Iranian potters are showcasing their delicate works at the 2nd Kokand Handicrafts Festival, which is running from Spe. 21 to 23 in the ancient Uzbek city.
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2023-09-22 17:53
Tehran, Moscow start visa-free travel dedicated to tourist groups
TEHRAN—The head of Russia’s trade mission in Iran has said the first visa-free flights of tourist groups had started between Iran and Russia.
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2023-09-20 19:04
Tehran war museum to offer free admission during Sacred Defense Week
TEHRAN—Tehran’s Sacred Defense Museum, which is dedicated to the Iran–Iraq War on a landscaped site of 21 hectares, will be offering free admission to its visitors during Sacred Defense Week.
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2023-09-20 18:56
From hospitality to heritage: a guide to Persian Caravanserai
TEHRAN—On September 17, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization added 54 Iranian roadside inns to its World Cultural Heritage list under the name: Persian Caravanserai.
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2023-09-20 15:42
Tehran, Abu Dhabi ready to expand health cooperation
TEHRAN- The Iranian health minister, Bahram Einollahi, in a meeting with the ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Tehran, Saif Mohamed Obaid Jasem Al Zaabi, announced readiness to boost and develop bilateral cooperation in the field of health.
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2023-09-19 18:27
International tourism arrivals reach 84% of pre-pandemic levels
TEHRAN—The total number of international tourist arrivals has reached 84% of pre-pandemic levels between January and July, according to the latest data from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
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2023-09-19 18:21
Ruins of brick houses, estimated to date from Safavid era, unearthed in northern Iran
TEHRAN—Archaeologists have discovered ruins of several brick houses in Rasht, the capital of Gilan province in northern Iran. The ruins, based on their initial estimate, date back to the Safavid era (1501-1736).
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2023-09-19 18:14
Qom province arranges tours of its nomadic tribes
TEHRAN—Iran’s Qom province, located 125 kilometers south of Tehran, has arranged special tours of its nomadic tribes.
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2023-09-19 18:08
Discover local charm at Arak’s Nowzari complex
TEHRAN - Welcome to the bustling bazaar of Arak, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and rich history of traditional marketplaces in the heart of Iran.
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2023/09/19
By Mehdi Zare
A new way for earthquake prediction in Tehran region using GNSS monitoring
TEHRAN - A meaningful earthquake prediction must clearly define the time, location, and magnitude of a future event. Short-term earthquake prediction—that is, the ability to issue warnings from minutes to months before a main shock—is impossible without visible and practical foreshock monitoring. Therefore, a key goal is to discover the precursor faulting process that can tell us where, when, and how big an impending earthquake will be.