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2023-09-03 18:38
Indian adventurers riding 1950 MG YT reach Iran in their 12,000-km epic journey
TEHRAN—Indian adventurers riding 1950 MG YT have arrived on Iranian soil on their 12,000-km itinerary which crosses 16 countries toward England.
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2023-09-03 18:30
Iran, Mexico attractions on view at Tehran show
TEHRAN—A selection of 80 photographs featuring treasured attractions in Iran and Mexico has been put on show at Tehran's Art Garden.
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2023-09-03 18:17
Mashhad expects travel boom as Iran relaxes COVID rules
TEHRAN—The number of foreign arrivals in Mashhad is expected to double during the last ten days of Safar, the second month of the lunar Islamic calendar in which Shia Muslims hold special mourning services.
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2023-09-02 18:34
Arbaeen pilgrimage: number of Iranians visiting Karbala up 12% y/y
TEHRAN—The number of Iranian pilgrims visiting Iraq’s Karbala has soared 12 percent over the past few days compared to the same period last year.
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2023-09-02 18:29
Chehel Sotoun, where Safavid kings received dignitaries and ambassadors, undergoes restoration
TEHRAN—Restoration work commenced on the lavishly decorated terrace of Chehel Sotoun, where Shah Abbas II and his successors received dignitaries and ambassadors in the 17th century.
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2023-09-02 18:22
Visa-free group tours between Iran and Russia yet to start despite previous claim
TEHRAN—Visa-free group tours between Iran and Russia have not begun despite a previous announcement saying it would be implemented as of August 1.
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2023-09-02 18:12
Iran’s Semnan joins Intl. Tourism Alliance of Silk Road Cities
TEHRAN—Iran has become a founding member of the International Tourism Alliance of Silk Road Cities officially launched in China’s Jingdezhen on Friday as a tool to help broaden tourism cooperation.
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2023-09-01 18:19
Hormuz Island still under-the-radar destination
TEHRAN—Hormuz Island in the Persian Gulf is still an under-the-radar destination for many potential sightseers, a local official has said.
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2023-09-01 18:13
Rally drivers traversing Iran on itinerary extended from Bulgaria to Magnolia
TEHRAN—A team of international rally drivers from Germany, Turkey, Uzbekistan, and Italy has arrived in Iran in the middle leg of their journey that is destined for Magnolia.
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2023-09-01 18:05
Number of tourists visiting Isfahan jumps 28%
TEHRAN—The number of tourist arrivals in Isfahan, one of Iran’s top tourist destinations for good reason, has soared 28 percent during the first five months of the current Iranian year compared to the same period last year.
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2023-09-01 17:56
Tehran eyes closer tourism ties with China
TEHRAN—Iran’s deputy tourism minister Ali-Asghar Shalbafian has called for closer tourism ties with China, Mehr reported on Friday.
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2023-08-30 18:42
Historical bazaar in Saveh undergoes restoration
TEHRAN – A fresh round of restoration has commenced on the centuries-old bazaar of Saveh, which comprises hundreds of shops laid out along the mazing vaulted alleys and thoroughfares.
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2023-08-30 18:29
Russian arrivals in Iran up 2.2 percent in summer
TEHRAN - Russian arrivals in Iran have soared some 2.2 percent this summer compared to the same period last year.
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2023-08-30 18:25
Relief of bearded man, recovered from the UK, passes microscopic tests
TEHRAN – The authenticity of a recently recovered bas-relief has been confirmed after it passed a series of special microscopic tests in a Tehran laboratory.
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2023-08-29 18:26
Ardabil to host intl. conference on sustainable tourism
TEHRAN—Ardabil, a historical city in northwest Iran, will host an international conference on sustainable tourism on October 12.
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2023-08-29 18:12
Ancient educational complex, fortress and church under urgent restoration
TEHRAN—Urgent restoration works have commenced on a number of ancient properties, including an educational complex, fortress and a church located in northwest Iran.
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2023-08-29 18:05
ICOMOS assessor says UNESCO registration of Iran’s Ecbatana is possible
TEHRAN – Ghassan Shomali, a top cultural heritage expert from the International Council on Monuments and Sites, believes that there is a chance for Ecbatana to become a World Heritage site.
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2023-08-28 18:18
20 historical structures in Bushehr undergo restoration
TEHRAN – A selection of 20 historical sites, including mud-brick mosques and fortresses, have undergone restoration across Bushehr province in southwest Iran.
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2023-08-28 18:13
Arbaeen trek opens new opportunities for Kermanshah tourism, minister says
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami has said the long Arbaeen trek should be embraced as a new opportunity for Kermanshah province
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2023-08-28 18:05
Relics recovered from France, UK on show at Tehran museum
TEHRAN – To mark a triumph of cultural diplomacy, the National Museum of Iran has put on show a number of smuggled relics recovered from France and the UK.
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2023-08-27 18:22
Meshginshahr formulating plans for sustainable tourism
TEHRAN—Meshginshahr, a scenic mountainous city in northwest Iran, is drafting a comprehensive plan for its tourism industry.
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2023-08-27 18:19
Mashhad: unforgettable adventures await in northeast Iran
TEHRAN - If you are a traveler seeking a destination that smoothly blends religious, cultural heritage, and natural beauty, Mashhad may be a great choice.
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2023-08-27 18:11
Arbaeen pilgrimage: some 35,000 Iranians cross Khosravi border post in day
TEHRAN—On Saturday, some 35,000 Iranian pilgrims crossed the Khosravi border crossing on their way to Karbala, where Imam Hussein (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), is laid to rest.
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2023-08-26 22:48
Meeting discusses Iran’s authority, arts in Ilkhanid era
TEHRAN – A number of archaeologists, historians and experts on Islamic arts have discussed the relations between Iran’s authority and arts during the Ilkhanid era.
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2023-08-26 22:47
Sanandaj, a UNESCO creative city, to host regional music festival
TEHRAN— Iran’s Sanandaj, which is a UNESCO-designated Creative City of Music, is set to host a national festival of regional music in October.
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2023-08-26 22:47
Seoul’s envoy tours attractions in northwest Iran
TEHRAN – Seoul’s ambassador to Tehran Yun Kang-hyeon has paid visits to several tourist attractions in Urmia, northwest Iran.
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2023-08-26 22:46
Tehran carpet expo: a crossroads for culture, art and trade
TEHRAN – The 30th Iran Handmade Carpet Exhibition, a remarkable showcase of Persian artistry and craftsmanship, has opened its doors in Tehran.
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2023-08-26 22:45
By Afshin Majlesi
Step into rich legacy of Iran’s cultural heritage at Dafineh Museum
TEHRAN—Amidst the bustling streets and modern skyscrapers of the Iranian capital lies a hidden gem that takes visitors on a journey through centuries of Iranian civilization—the Dafineh Museum.
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2023-08-25 20:00
South Khorasan carpet: a legacy of exquisite artistry
TEHRAN - Situated in the eastern region of Iran, South Khorasan is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions. Among its many treasures, the province’s exquisite rugs and carpets stand out as true works of art.
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2023-08-25 18:25
Air Arabia to launch flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Lar
TEHRAN - Air Arabia, an Emirati low-cost airline, is set to launch new direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Lar, southern Iran.