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2024-04-14 17:31
Golestan province exports $3.3m of handicrafts in year
TEHRAN – Handicraft exports from Golestan province amounted to over $3.3 million in the past Iranian calendar year 1402 (ended on March 19), a local official said.
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2024-04-13 18:27
Iranian handicrafts eyeing Chinese market
TEHRAN - In a bid to expand the market for Iranian handicrafts, Farzad Owjani, who presides over the tourism ministry’s department for marketing and commercialization of handicrafts, has highlighted China as a potential major destination for exports.
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2024-04-08 17:47
By Elahe Seyfodin
Jiria: a lesser-known village of exquisite carpets
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2024-03-15 18:37
Mamaghan Duzi: preserving tradition through needlework
TEHRAN – Situated some 35 km southwest of Tabriz, the capital of East Azarbaijan province in northwest Iran, lies Mamaghan, a county renowned for its exquisite needlework.
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2024-03-11 17:52
UNESCO-listed caravanserai hosting Nowruz festival
TEHRAN - Semnan's department for cultural heritage, tourism, and handicrafts has announced the inauguration of a Nowruz festival, titled “Semnan, Home of World Heritage Caravanserais,” being held at the city’s Shah Abbasi Caravanserai.
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2024-03-09 17:22
By Elahe Seyfodin
Timeless art of making traditional felt hats: enduring legacy of Iran’s nomadic culture
As the first light of dawn graces the sky with hues of gold, a familiar scene unfolds in an old neighborhood of Isfahan. In a modest workshop, the master artisan Aliakbar awakens to begin his daily ritual. His hands, weathered by years of dedication, deftly navigate the intricacies of Kolah Namadi making, a craft passed down through generations.
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2024-03-08 17:04
Sistan-Baluchestan shines bright, achievs 65 national seals of excellence
TEHRAN – On Thursday, Sistan-Baluchestan’s tourism chief revealed a notable achievement for crafters of the southeastern Iranian province with 65 artworks obtaining national seals of excellence.
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2024-02-21 23:16
Sculptor advocates for permanent craft exhibition in Tehran
TEHRAN - Renowned glass sculpture artist, Mahmoud Fadayi, participating in the eighth edition of the Sarv-e simin Festival, has emphasized the impact of holding a permanent exhibition for handicrafts.
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2024-02-19 17:55
Seminar to illuminate Baluchestan’s cultural canvas
TEHRAN - An inaugural specialized seminar on the authenticity, identity, and production of Iranian handicrafts with a particular focus on the culturally rich region of Baluchestan, titled “Iranian Handicrafts” will be held by Development and Revival Fund in coordination with the Deputy Minister of Handicrafts.
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2024-02-18 18:04
Women revive West Azarbaijan’s handicrafts
TEHRAN - Morteza Safari, who presides over the tourism directorate of West Azarbaijan province, highlighted a significant trend, stating that over 60% of the workforce in the province's handicraft industries comprises women.
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2024-02-17 18:22
Iranian artistry lights up Sofia
TEHRAN - An exhibition showcasing Iran’s exquisite handicrafts took place in the Grand Hotel Sofia, located in the Bulgarian capital.
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2024-02-14 22:55
5 artworks from Gilan province to be showcased at 8th Fajr handicrafts festival
TEHRAN - In a remarkable achievement, five captivating artworks by skilled artists from Gilan province have earned a prestigious place in the spotlight at the 8th Fajr Handicrafts and Traditional Arts Festival.
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2024-02-10 07:32
National handicrafts exhibit inaugurated in Alborz province
TEHRAN – An exhibition of Iranian handicrafts and traditional arts was inaugurated in Karaj, Alborz province, on Thursday.
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2024-02-04 17:42
Glass jewelry, engraved stones on show at tourism ministry
TEHRAN – The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts is playing host to a special exhibition showcasing the artistry of glass jewelry and engraved stones.
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2024-02-04 17:39
National exhibition set to showcase artistic heritage in Tehran
TEHRAN – Tehran province’s cultural, tourism, and handicrafts department has announced the upcoming National Handicrafts Exhibition, scheduled to take place from Feb. 22 to 25.
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2024-02-03 18:46
By Afshin Majlesi
Beyond souvenirs: tourism as catalyst for handicrafts economy
Iran, a country steeped in rich history, diverse cultural heritage, and traditions, seeks to rebuild a strong alliance between its budding tourism and vibrant handicrafts.
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2024-02-02 17:49
426 tourism-related projects up for inauguration during Ten-Day Dawn celebrations
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Ezzatollah Zarghami, has said a total of 426 projects within the three domains of the ministry will be inaugurated during the Ten-Day Dawn celebrations, which marks the 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.
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2024-01-28 18:37
By Afshin Majlesi
Fajr festival: a global showcase of artistry and tradition in Tehran
TEHRAN - Tehran is to host a major international handicrafts festival, aimed to signal a message of intergenerational connection in the realm of traditional arts and crafts.
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2024-01-26 17:19
Karaj hosting specialized exhibit of handicrafts
TEHRAN – Karaj, the capital of Alborz province, is playing host to a specialized exhibit of handicrafts.
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2024-01-17 17:39
Celebration of traditional craftsmanship: Kilims exhibition coming soon to Harsin
TEHRAN - In a celebration of the rich tradition of Kilims weaving, Harsin, a picturesque town in the western province of Kermanshah, is set to host an exhibition showcasing the exquisite hand-woven floorings that have made the town renowned.
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2024-01-13 17:51
Handicraft exports from West Azarbaijan reach $10 million in nine months
TEHRAN – The deputy of handicrafts at West Azarbaijan’s tourism directorate announced that handicraft exports from the province have reached $10 million during the current year's nine months.
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2024-01-10 17:47
Fajr Intl. Handicrafts & Traditional Arts Festival set to grace Tehran with global artistry
TEHRAN - The vibrant and diverse range of global handicrafts and traditional arts is set to go on show at the 8th Fajr International Handicrafts & Traditional Arts Festival in Tehran.
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2024-01-07 18:32
Revival of forgotten handicrafts resonates in Zanjan province
TEHRAN – Zanjan’s tourism directorate is to launch a new campaign to revive the fading glory of traditional handicrafts across the west-central Iranian province.
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2024-01-05 17:31
Mayor unveils plans to boost handicraft industry in Iranian capital
TEHRAN – On Thursday, Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani unveiled plans for the forthcoming [Iranian calendar] year, aiming to transform the handicraft sector in the Iranian capital.
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2024-01-03 17:48
Shiraz tourism exhibition welcomes 30 guests from 9 countries
TEHRAN – On Wednesday, the 13th edition of the Pars International Tourism Exhibition opened its doors to a diverse gathering of people from across Iran as well as 30 guests from 9 different countries.
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2023-12-31 18:00
Glimpses of traditional glasswork in Iran
TEHRAN - Making handmade glasswork has a long history in Iran as archaeological evidence suggests its antiquity dates back to 2000 years BC.
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2023-12-26 18:40
Persian handicrafts: Masnad Bafi of Ardabil
TEHRAN – Different regions in Iran boast diverse climates, leading to variations in people’s lifestyles, beliefs, traditions, and crafts. This diversity manifests in various handicrafts and handwoven products across the country, including the art of Masnad weaving.
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2023-12-25 18:11
Archaeologist breathes new life into millennia-old pottery patterns
TEHRAN - An Iranian archaeologist has breathed new life into the realm of handicrafts by reviving millennia-old patterns of Iranian pottery.
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2023-12-20 17:51
Softness and craftsmanship: Tow Bafi's legacy in Khorashad village
TEHRAN - Tow Bafi, an ancient craft deeply rooted in Khorashad village, a part of the Birjand region in South Khorasan province, holds a prominent position in the realm of traditional handicrafts.
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2023-12-12 17:33
Iran set to showcase unique cultural offerings at Souvenir Expo Turkey
TEHRAN – Iran has confirmed its participation in the Souvenir Expo Turkey, marking a significant moment for cultural exchange and trade relations between various nations.