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2024-12-31 17:55

Photo exhibit celebrates 70 years of restoration at Soltanieh Dome

TEHRAN – A photo exhibition commemorating seven decades of restoration efforts at the UNESCO-listed Mausoleum of Oljaytu, better known as the Soltanieh Dome, was inaugurated at the Faculty of Architecture and Art of Zanjan University on Tuesday.

2024-12-15 18:03

Iran’s reality distorted by propaganda, tourism minister warns

TEHRAN - Iranian Tourism Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has criticized what he described as a widespread campaign of “Iranophobia” aimed at tarnishing the country’s image and deterring international visitors.

2024-09-09 18:18

Archaeologists to shed new light on hand-carved caves in northern Iran

TEHRAN – An archaeological team has commenced work on Kafer Keli hand-carved caves, a unique site in the Haraz Valley of Mazandaran province.

From salt domes to sand sculptures: Iran’s geological gems await

2024-09-09 18:17

By Afshin Majlesi

From salt domes to sand sculptures: Iran’s geological gems await

TEHRAN – Imagine exploring a land where geological wonders stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the most renowned natural sites in the world.

2024-09-08 17:37

Discover world’s largest natural ‘plant pots’

TEHRAN – Within and on the margins of the UNESCO-registered Lut Desert stand some of the most extraordinary natural formations in the world; the nabkhas.

2024-08-28 18:31

Restoration efforts underway in Kandovan ahead of UN registration anniversary

TEHRAN - Restoration work has begun in Kandovan, a historic village known for its unique cone-shaped, stone-carved houses, as part of efforts to eliminate unauthorized architectural interventions and enhance the village’s visual harmony.

Seyed Reza Salehi Amiri, Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts

2024-08-26 18:57

By Reza Salehi Amiri, Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts

Tourism progress strategic priority for the new government

TEHRAN - More than a century has passed since mankind scientifically recognized the economic and cultural significance of tourism and traveling, driven by recreational, religious, medical, and sports purposes.

2024-08-23 17:25

Feasibility study conducted on shark tourism in southern Iran

TEHRAN – An Iranian expert has conducted a research project probing the feasibility of launching shark tourism in the waters surrounding Chabahar in the Sea of Oman.

2024-08-18 18:12

South Khorasan to host seminar on eco-lodges

TEHRAN - South Khorasan will host a national scientific and practical seminar on eco-lodges in mid-fall, bringing together hundreds of industry insiders from across Iran, according to a local tourism official.

2024-08-03 18:38

Ecotourism thrives in Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad

TEHRAN - Over 11,000 visitors have stayed in the rural accommodations of Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad so far this year, showcasing the province’s rising popularity in ecotourism.

2024-07-21 17:54

Agritourism farms get green light in Golestan

TEHRAN – Some agritourism farms in Golestan province have received operating permits, marking a significant step in boosting sustainable tourism and creating job opportunities, a local official said on Sunday.

2024-07-19 17:22

Potential houses to become eco-lodges in Ramsar

TEHRAN – A number of traditional houses, suitable for conversion into eco-lodges have been singled out across the county, said a local official in charge of cultural heritage.

2024-07-12 16:51

Hundreds of tourists settle in Damghan’s ecolodges during spring

TEHRAN – Damghan county ecolodges have played hostess to hundreds of domestic and overseas tourists since the very first day of this Persian year (started on March 20).

2024-07-10 18:06

Intangible cultural heritage ever-living soul of nations, deputy minister says

TEHRAN – Iran’s deputy tourism minister Ali Darabi has said intangible cultural heritage is the ever-living soul of various cultures worldwide.

2024-07-07 17:48

Last day of second Persian month registers as Ecotourism Day

TEHRAN – Aimed at recognizing a vibrant branch of the tourism industry, the very last day of Ordibehesht, (coinciding with May, 21), has been named as National Ecotourism Day.

2024-06-01 19:30

Esfahak hosts overseas tourists amid global village bid

TEHRAN - A group of tourists hailing from different nations have toured Esfahak, a historical village in eastern Iran, aligning with underway efforts to secure its status as a Global Tourism Village.

2024-05-28 22:17

Abyaneh village to embrace event-driven development

TEHRAN - Abyaneh village in Isfahan, central Iran, is set to evolve into an event-focused destination.

2024-05-22 17:29

Gerdoo valley: a landscape adorned with walnut trees

TEHRAN – Home to a great number of walnut trees, Gerdoo (meaning walnut in Persian) valley, located in southern Arak, Iran, is a pleasant ambiance to escape from the hustle and bustle of big cities.

2024-05-22 17:27

Ecotourism to take center stage in Miankaleh

TEHRAN – In a bid to preserve the pristine ecosystem of the Miankaleh peninsula while fostering sustainable tourism, a pioneering initiative is in the pipeline.

2024-05-21 17:36

Kermanshah welcomes ecotourism fellows from across Iran

TEHRAN - A seminar on rural lodges and ecotourism in Iran’s Kermanshah, on Sunday, saw the participation of over 250 ecotourism-related groups, sharing experiences, each representing a region of the country.

2024-01-26 17:18

Saholan Cave: a natural marvel in northwest Iran

TEHRAN – The picturesque Saholan village, approximately 42 kilometers southeast of Mahabad city in northwest Iran, stands as a testament to the geological marvels that nature has sculpted over millions of years.

2024-01-20 17:35

Global tourism estimated to reach pre-pandemic levels in 2024: UNWTO

TEHRAN - The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has forecasted a return to pre-pandemic international tourism levels by the end of 2024.

Embrace nature’s symphony with eco-lodges!

2024-01-19 17:24

By Afshin Majlesi

Embrace nature’s symphony with eco-lodges!

Envision waking up to the melody of birdsong and the gentle rustle of leaves—a rejuvenating departure from the usual urban routine!

2024-01-13 15:59

Mighan, a wetland for ecotourism, birdwatching

Mighan wetland in the central province of Markazi is among the most important sites for ecotourism and birdwatching in the country.

2024-01-10 17:50

Behbahan blossoms: daffodil season opens doors to nature’s splendor and cultural charm

TEHRAN - Behbahan in the southwest Khuzestan province stands as one of Iran’s most renowned hubs for daffodils.

2024-01-06 16:56

Arasbaran’s timeless beauty: diverse flora, fauna, and heroic legends

TEHRAN - Arasbaran mountains offers its visitors mesmerizing views that are reminiscent of otherworldly postcards.

2024-01-01 17:34

Persepolis still harbors numerous mysteries, documentarist says

TEHRAN - Iranian filmmaker Pejman Mazaheripur, whose new documentary on Persepolis was screened at the Cinema Museum of Iran on Sunday evening, says the majestic UNESCO-registered site still harbors numerous unrevealed mysteries.

A view of Shadegan wetland that extends over an area of 296,000 hectares in southwest Iran. It creates a suitable habitat for a number of migrating waterfowls, which fly to this area from north Europe, Canada and Siberia in autumn.

2023-12-15 17:22

By Afshin Majlesi

10 hidden gems across Iran: unveiling off-the-beaten-track destinations

Welcome to the hidden treasures of Iran, a collection of lesser-known but remarkable places worth exploring in this ancient country. While cities like Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz, Kashan, Kerman, and Yazd boast thousands of historic and architectural marvels, the diverse landscapes that intersperse these famous destinations often go unnoticed.