Cultural Heritage

A view of Vank Cathedral, New Jolfa district, Isfahan, Iran

Armenian Iranologist says media distort image of Iran’s treatment of Armenian heritage

TEHRAN – An Armenian expert on Iran said on Sunday that Armenian cultural heritage has been preserved and respected in Iran, but inaccurate media coverage has led to a distorted image of the country.

Today 15:34

Tehran to host meeting of tourism ministers from Nowruz-observing nations

TEHRAN--Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri announced at the 25th meeting of the Cultural Heritage Ministry’s Strategic Council that the first meeting of tourism ministers from countries that celebrate Nowruz will be held in Tehran.

Today 15:34

50 restoration workshops active in Kerman province

TEHRAN--There are currently 50 active restoration workshops in Kerman province, said Farnaz Farahi-Moghadam, deputy head of Kerman Cultural Heritage Department.

Yesterday 17:40

Esfahak, symbol of rural sustainable development

TEHRAN— Esfahak, recognized as one of the world’s Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism, is symbol of cultural heritage and rural sustainable development, said South Khorasan Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department Seyyed Ahmad Barabadi.

2025-11-10 17:02

Iran tourism minister meets Chinese, Iraqi counterparts at UN Tourism General Assembly

TEHRAN — Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri met with China’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Sun Yeli, and Iraq’s Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, during the 26th UN Tourism General Assembly, which officially opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday.

2025-11-09 17:09

Indigenous houses: forgotten treasures of Khorasan region

TEHRAN — Many cities and rural villages in Khorasan Razavi province, known for their rich history and central role in shaping Iranian culture and identity, hold hidden treasures of traditional architecture and authentic lifestyles reflected in their historical houses.

2025-11-09 17:08

Time Museum hosts children for water festival

TEHRAN - A group of children and their families attended a water festival held on Friday at Tehran’s Time Museum also known as Tamashagah Zaman.

2025-11-09 17:08

Traces of Bronze to Iron Age settlements in the Ilam plain

TEHRAN—The ancient site of Bakheh Nam in southern part of Ilam plain pertains to the Bronze to Iron Age settlements given the surface evidence, Habibollah Mahmoudian, a specialist in prehistoric archaeology, has said.

2025-11-08 16:27

Iranian Carpet Art Day marked at Tehran’s embassy in Berlin

TEHRAN — Iranian Carpet Art Day was celebrated in the conference hall of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Berlin, attended by several ambassadors and diplomats based in Germany, along with enthusiasts of authentic Iranian culture and art.

2025-11-08 16:26

Revival of Cheshmeh-Ali site a national will, deputy minister says

TEHRAN-- Revival of Cheshmeh-Ali site is not just a local demand, but rather a national will of the Iranian people to preserve the historical identity of Rey, southern Tehran, said Deputy Cultural Heritage Minister Ali Darabi.

2025-11-03 17:27

House of late Dr. Shariati even highlights Davarzan’s history and culture, governor says

TEHRAN – The house of the late Dr. Ali Shariati, the 20th-century Iranian revolutionary and sociologist renowned for his work on the sociology of religion, holds significance beyond being a historical monument, the governor of Davarzan has said.

2025-11-03 17:26

UNESCO recognizes Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha

TEHRAN--The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has recognized the two major Islamic holidays of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha at the 43rd session of UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand.

2025-11-02 17:34

Regional Museum of Southeastern Iran, a mirror of Iranian culture, civilization

TEHRAN-- The Regional Museum of Southeastern Iran, with its display of a treasure trove of ancient and anthropological artifacts, narrates the glory of the ancient civilization of Sistan-Baluchestan province.

2025-11-01 14:29

Kashan joins UNESCO Creative Cities Network

TEHRAN – The ancient city of Kashan in central Iran has been admitted to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, recognized for its vernacular architecture and cultural heritage.

2025-10-31 17:04

Agreements to develop tourism cooperation between Khorasan Razavi, Turkey being finalized

TEHRAN--Deputy Governor-General of Khorasan Razavi Province Mohammad Ali Nabipour announced that agreements to develop tourism cooperation between Khorasan Razavi and Turkey are being finalized.

2025-10-29 17:20

Silk Road is a living cultural ecosystem, expert says

TEHRAN – The legacy of the ancient Silk Road is a living cultural ecosystem that has received special attention from UNESCO, the Director-General of the UNESCO Tehran Cluster Office for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in West and Central Asia said.

2025-10-28 16:52

Homam festival highlights creativity and determination of people with disabilities: deputy minister

TEHRAN – The Homam International Festival for People with Disabilities reflects the effort, passion, and hope of artists with disabilities, demonstrating that physical limitations are no barrier to artistic creation, said Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage Maryam Jalali Dehkordi.

2025-10-28 16:52

Cave museum to be launched in Lorestan

TEHRAN—Following registration of the Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley on the UNESCO World Heritage list, a cave museum will be launched in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province.

2025-10-27 17:35

Tehran to host conference on AI for protecting historical sites from natural disasters

TEHRAN-- A conference for crisis management and protection of Iran's historical monuments will be held for studying the role of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in preventing and reducing the damages by the crises.

2025-10-27 17:35

20 new museums to be added to Tehran’s cultural scene

TEHRAN--Nearly 20 museums will be added to Tehran's cultural and tourism sites, said CEO of Tehran Municipality Cultural Spaces Development Company Nazem Razavi.

2025-10-26 17:19

Extensive restoration of historical monuments underway in Fars province

TEHRAN-- Head of Fars Cultural Heritage Department Sadegh Zare’ announced the implementation of restoration operations for 34 historical monuments in different parts of the province.

2025-10-25 17:22

Iran, China cultural exchanges accelerate, Beijing’s ambassador says

TEHRAN – Beijing’s ambassador to Tehran has said that cooperation between Iran and China in cultural heritage research has gained greater speed and depth over the past two years, describing the field as a strategic platform for expanding bilateral scientific and civilizational exchanges.

2025-10-22 17:54

Hazaveh, a sweet destination for rural tourism

TEHRAN--Hazaveh village in Arak, Markazi province, is one of the most prominent destinations for rural tourism.

2025-10-21 18:14

Yazd train journeys booming

TEHRAN--Yazd province, which has always been known as the jewel of the desert and the heart of traditional Iranian architecture, the historical fabric of its center shines on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and its windcatchers and adobe houses whisper stories of centuries of trade and civilization, is currently on the verge of a major leap in the field of tourism and rail transportation.