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2023-09-15 23:18
Over 2,500 tourism projects worth $7.4 billion underway in Iran, minister says
TEHRAN—More than 2,500 tourism-related projects worth 3.7 quadrillion rials ($7.4 billion) are currently underway across Iran, the tourism minister said on Wednesday.
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2023-09-15 14:27
Hojjatieh, a prominent seminary in Qom, undergoes restoration
TEHRAN—Work has commenced to restore Hojjatieh madrasa, which is a prominent seminary in Qom.
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2023-09-14 10:43
Iranian province records 70 million overnight stays in H1
TEHRAN—The touristic Mazandaran province, which is bounded by mountains and sea, has registered more than 70 million overnight stays mainly by domestic travelers in the first six months of the current Iranian calendar year (started on March 21).
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2023-09-12 18:42
Ancient ruins discovered in unauthorized dig northwest Iran
TEHRAN—Ruins of a centuries-old brick building have currently been discovered after unauthorized excavators dug trenches in the Germi region of Ardabil province, northwest Iran.
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2023-09-12 18:39
Arbaeen pilgrimage: visits to Mashhad soar 18 percent year on year
TEHRAN – The number of travelers visiting Mashhad during Arbaeen and the following days has soared 18 percent year on year, a provincial official in charge of travel affairs said on Monday.
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2023-09-12 18:35
By Afshin Majlesi
Conquering the past: a look into fortified architecture of ancient Iran
TEHRAN - Throughout human history, defensive fortresses have played a vital role in protecting communities and cities from attacks.
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2023-09-11 18:41
Chinese travel insiders meet counterparts in Shiraz
TEHRAN—Several Chinese travel experts have met with Iranian counterparts in Shiraz during their visits to the ancient city in southern Iran.
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2023-09-11 18:37
Tehran, Tashkent hail extended tourism co-op
TEHRAN—Iran and Uzbekistan are eager to expand cooperation in various cultural areas, including tourism and cultural heritage.
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2023-09-11 18:26
Bounded by mountains and sea, Iran’s Mazandaran set for 2 million foreign tourists in 2025
TEHRAN—Mazandaran province is expected to have two million foreign tourists in the Iranian year 1404 (which starts in March 2025).
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2023-09-11 18:21
Rudbarak Forest: an ultimate destination for adventure enthusiasts
TEHRAN - Nestled in the heart of the Alborz mountain range, about 70 kilometers northeast of Shahmirzad, lies the picturesque Rudbarak Forest.
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2023-09-10 18:41
19th-century arch bridge undergoes urgent restoration
TEHRAN—A team of restorers has commenced work to strengthen and safeguard a 19th-century arch bridge which is located in Shazand county of Iran’s Markazi province.
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2023-09-10 18:37
1.8 million visits to Hamedan attractions registered
TEHRAN - Various historical sites and museums across Hamedan province attracted over 1.8 million visitors during the first five months of the current Iranian year (started on March 21).
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2023-09-10 18:35
Gilan tourist arrivals hit 5 million in 5 days
TEHRAN—The number of tourist arrivals in Gilan province has reached five million from September 4 to 8.
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2023-09-10 18:32
Kermanshah handicrafts welcomed by Arbaeen pilgrims
TEHRAN—Many Arbaeen pilgrims passing through Kermanshah province have welcomed sales exhibitions of handicrafts held near Iran-Iraq border crossings for days.
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2023-09-09 19:31
Lal Pari: Indian travelers reach majestic Isfahan on 73-year-old car
TEHRAN— A team of Indian adventurers riding on a 1950 MG YT and camper van has reached Isfahan, which is widely known as “half the world”.
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2023-09-09 18:34
Work starts to reinforce Sadi mausoleum
TEHRAN—A team of architects and cultural heritage experts has commenced work to restore and reinforce the Sadi mausoleum, where the 13th-century Persian poet and prose writer is laid to rest.
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2023-09-09 18:32
Archaeologists discover Parthian monument in northeast Iran
TEHRAN - Archaeologists in Iran revealed that they discovered the ruins of an “important” monument estimated to date from the Parthian era.
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2023-09-09 18:19
Yazd welcomes foreign visitors for Arbaeen commemoration
TEHRAN—A number of foreign travelers to Yazd have visited mourning ceremonies held in the 12th-century Friday Mosque of the oasis city.
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2023-09-08 18:46
New traces of Medes discovered in western Iran
TEHRAN—Archaeologists have found new traces of the Mede people during their recent excavations conducted in western Iran.
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2023-09-08 18:37
Iranian arrivals in Mexico soar as COVID restrictions ease
TEHRAN—The number of Iranian visitors to Mexico has increased following the drop of COVID-19 restrictions for travelers, the United Mexican States’ ambassador to Iran has said.
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2023-09-08 18:31
Iran eyes new UNESCO labels as World Heritage committee is to vote in Riyadh
TEHRAN — Having 26 World Heritage labels, Iran has put forward its Persian Caravanserai and the Cultural Landscape of Masouleh as new candidates for inclusion in the prestigious cultural heritage list.
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2023-09-07 21:10
Forgotten lusterware revived by Natanz potters
TEHRAN — Reproduction of Persian lusterware ceramics, also known as Zarrin-fam potteries, has been commenced after centuries of neglect by a number of potters in Natanz, central Iran.
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2023-09-07 19:55
Minister visits 14th century mosque, orders restoration
TEHRAN — Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Minister Ezatollah Zarghami has ordered new restoration work to safeguard Varamin’s Jameh Mosque during his recent visit to the 14th century place of worship.
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2023-09-06 23:28
Arbaeen pilgrimage: Iran thanks Iraq for hospitality
TEHRAN —Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian on Tuesday thanked his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein for great deal of efforts to host millions of Iranian pilgrims who join Arabeen procession.
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2023-09-05 22:59
Iran exports $300m of handicrafts in year
TEHRAN —Handicraft exports from Iran reached $300 million during the past Iranian calendar year 1401, which came to an end on March 20.
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2023-09-04 18:40
Shushtar hydraulic system, a masterpiece of creative genius, seeks more visitors
TEHRAN—Authorities of the Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System have announced plans to add more charm to the UNESCO-designated site, which is known as a masterpiece of creative genius in southwest Iran.
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2023-09-04 18:34
Over 14 million pilgrims arrive in Karbala on Arbaeen occasion
TEHRAN—The number of pilgrims visiting the holy city of Karbala has exceeded 14 million, the Karbala governor has said.
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2023-09-04 18:30
Iranian, Russian prestigious museums discuss possible cooperation
TEHRAN - On Saturday, the National Museum of Iran General Director Jabrael Nokandeh and his Russian counterpart Mikhail Piotrovsky, who presides over the Hermitage Museum, had a meeting in St. Petersburg, exploring ways expand cultural cooperation.
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2023-09-04 18:23
By Afshin Majlesi
Arbaeen pilgrimage: A journey of faith and unity
TEHRAN—Once again, the world’s largest annual religious gathering is in full swing to convey a message of truth, peace, culture, and revolution against oppression inspired by the third Shia Imam (AS).
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2023-09-03 18:42
Passport holders from Iran and 54 other countries can apply for Russian visas online
TEHRAN—Passport holders from Iran and 54 other countries will be able to apply for immediate Russian visas online.