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2024-09-09 18:18
Ardabil hits tourism milestone with two million visitors in ten days
TEHRAN – Ardabil, a mountainous province with lush landscape in northwest Iran, has experienced a tourism boom with about two million visitors over the past ten days, according to a local tourism official.
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2024-08-12 17:51
Minister highlights new attraction in Sareyn: “Every Iranian should visit this bridge”
TEHRAN - On Sunday, Iran’s first three-level suspension bridge was inaugurated in the picturesque Vargehsaran tourist area of Sareyn, Ardabil, in a ceremony attended by Ezzatollah Zarghami, the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.
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2024-08-07 18:04
Handicrafts exhibit opens in Ardabil featuring 400 stalls and artists from 31 provinces
TEHRAN — A grand exhibition showcasing a stunning array of handicrafts and traditional arts opened in Ardabil on Monday evening, featuring an impressive 400 stalls.
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2024-07-23 17:58
‘City of heavenly springs’ expands tourism with initiatives
TEHRAN - Sareyn is poised for a tourism boom as new projects near completion, promising to extend visitor stays and enhance the region’s appeal, said the local governor.
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2024-07-22 17:14
Ardabil draws one-fifth more visitors
TEHRAN – Ardabil province, known for its pleasant climate especially in summer, has seen a surge in tourist numbers, according to a local official in charge of tourism.
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2024-07-20 17:59
Shahr-e Yeri, aka ‘City of the Mouthless’, deserves a UNESCO label, MP says
TEHRAN - Reza Babakzadeh, the Iranian Member of Parliament representing Meshkin Shahr, emphasized the profound historical significance of Shahr-e Yeri, an ancient site in Meshkin Shahr county of Ardabil province.
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2024-07-19 16:55
By Seyed Abbas Aghaei Niaraki
Itinerary to cheerful China
XINING- In the second week of July, a team of seven journalists from various esteemed Iranian news agencies visited Xining city in Qinghai province, China.
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2024-07-16 18:58
Excavations begin at Digvar Tepe after ancient structure found
TEHRAN - Excavations have begun at Digvar Tepe in Ardabil province’s Germi following the discovery of an ancient brick structure during illegal digging, a local official announced.
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2024-07-05 17:40
Ritual of Tasht-Gozari observed in Ardabil’s Jameh Mosque
TEHRAN - On Thursday, the historical Jameh Mosque of Ardabil witnessed the sacred Tasht-Gozari ceremony aimed to pay homage to the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS) and his companions.
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2024-05-13 18:17
Tribal charm fills the air in Ardabil’s picturesque plains
TEHRAN – A tribal festival of vibrant culture and rich heritage is currently underway amidst the picturesque plains in Ardabil province.
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2024-05-11 18:08
Ultan Qalasi: salvage work unveils ancient burial site in Ardabil province
TEHRAN - In a race against time to preserve archaeological heritage, an emergency excavation has unearthed a burial site at Ultan Qalasi in Ardabil province, revealing artifacts dating back to the Iron Age.
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2024-05-05 17:35
Germi set to host festivals to promote domestic tourism
TEHRAN - In an effort to encourage domestic tourism, Germi, a historical county nestled within Iran's Ardabil province, is gearing up to host a series of local festivals.
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2024-04-27 16:09
Ardabil hosts nomadic migration festival
The second international festival of the Shahsavan tribe’s nomadic migration was held from April 26-27 in the northwestern province of Ardabil.
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2024-04-23 17:38
Ardabil to host 2nd festival dedicated to Shahsevan nomads
TEHRAN – The second edition of a tribal festival dedicated to Shahsevan nomads will be held in Ardabil province on April 25 and 26.
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2024-04-14 17:25
UNESCO-listed Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardabili Ensemble undergoes restoration
TEHRAN – Work has commenced to restore and stabilize floral tilework that adorns the main courtyard of the UNESCO-designated Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardabili Ensemble, located in the city of Ardabil in northwest Iran.
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2024-03-02 18:14
Ardabil sets sight on upscale hotels to woo foreign visitors
TEHRAN – Jafar Bazri, a member of Ardabil’s Chamber of Commerce, has revealed a substantial necessity of constructing upscale accommodations offering a lavish experience to travelers with an eye toward absorbing foreign tourists.
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2024-02-03 16:51
Safeguarding borders in harsh winter
Even in freezing temperatures, soldiers are protecting the country’s borders in the northwestern Ardabil province.
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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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2024-01-29 17:52
Khalkhal to host winter sports festival
TEHRAN – Khalkhal, a mountainous county in Iran’s Ardabil province, will be hosting a winter sports festival scheduled to take place on February 2.
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2024-01-22 17:42
Discover Ardabil Great Mosque as tourism magnet
TEHRAN – Located in northwest Iran, the Ardabil Great Mosque, also known as Masjed Jameh in some sources, stands as the sole surviving segment of a grand complex constructed over various historical periods.
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2024-01-16 17:51
Archaeological excavation commences at Tepe Beris in Ardabil
TEHRAN – On Tuesday, Ardabil province’s tourism chief announced the initiation of a fresh archaeological excavation and stratigraphy project at Tepe Beris which is estimated to date from the third millennium 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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2023-12-18 17:26
Ardabil to host intl. seminar for health tourism
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Ardabil is set to hold an international seminar dedicated to health tourism and hydrotherapy on December 26.
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2023-12-11 16:48
Archaeological excavation to shed new light on Ardabil plain
TEHRAN – Following an initial survey on Tepe Beris of Ardabil, a team of archaeologists is to commence excavation on the hill intended to shed new light on the history of human settlement in the northwestern Iranian province.
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2023-11-29 17:34
Ardabil province set for tourism development
TEHRAN – Iran’s Ardabil province is set to develop its tourism facilities by implementing new projects.
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2023-10-24 17:24
Ardabil, a famed destination for hydrotherapy offerings, to host intl. seminar on health tourism
TEHRAN – Ardabil is set to hold an international seminar on medical and health tourism with special attention devoted to hydrotherapy, which the northwestern Iranian province is famed for.
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2023-10-06 17:29
Iranian minister proposes visa-free travels among ECO member states
TEHRAN—The Iranian tourism minister has proposed a visa cancellation program to be established among member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization.
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2023-09-30 18:30
Ardabil to host ECO ministerial meeting on tourism
TEHRAN—Iran’s Ardabil, which is the 2023 Tourism Capital for the Economic Cooperation Organization, will be hosting a meeting of tourism ministers and experts from the member states in the near future.
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2023-09-16 18:01
Turkish tourism minister invited to attend ECO conference in northwest Iran
TEHRAN - Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has been invited to attend a conference of ECO member states to be held in Ardabil, northwest Iran.
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2023-09-06 21:21
By Afshin Majlesi
Beyond the big cities, discover charms of rural Iran
TEHRAN - Bustling cities like Tehran or Isfahan are usually the first thing that comes to mind for the majority of foreign visitors when they think of Iran.