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2025-10-24 16:59
Home to over 1000 nationally-registered properties, Golestan eyes UNESCO status for its Great Wall
TEHRAN – The Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department of Iran’s Golestan province has so far registered more than 1,000 historical, cultural and natural sites on the country’s national heritage list, the provincial director said on Thursday.
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2025-10-15 16:24
Turkmen weddings: a celebration of identity and family
TEHRAN--Turkmen weddings are popular because they are more than just celebrations — they are living, dynamic expressions of a proud culture that honors history, family, and identity in joyous, unforgettable ways.
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2025-09-22 17:22
Cotton festival in Gorgan aims to promote tourism
TEHRAN – The fourth Cotton Festival, under the slogan “From Farm to Garment,” will be held on October 2 at Tooska Farm on Tooskestan Road in Gorgan, Golestan province, aiming to promote tourism.
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2025-07-22 16:55
Astarabad restores historic passage to celebrate heritage, draw visitors
TEHRAN - The municipality of Gorgan has officially launched the second phase of a major restoration project aimed at revitalizing a historic passageway in the ancient city of Astarabad, now known as Gorgan.
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2025-07-20 18:25
No damage reported to Golestan’s historical sites following 5.1 quake
TEHRAN—A 5.1 magnitude earthquake which occurred near Fazelabad, Aliabad-e Katul county, Golestan province, on Sunday, didn’t damage the historical monuments and other spots of the province, said a cultural heritage chief of the province.
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2025-03-11 22:06
Eight cultural heritage sites in Golestan province added to Iran’s heritage list
TEHRAN – Golestan province has added eight new cultural heritage sites—five archaeological sites and three historical buildings—to Iran’s National Heritage List, according to a recent announcement by provincial officials.
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2025-01-20 14:55
Non-oil export from Golestan province increases 47% in 9 months yr/yr
TEHRAN- The value of non-oil export from Golestan province, in the northeast of Iran, rose 47 percent in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20 - December 21, 2024), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, a provincial official announced.
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2025-01-12 17:53
Flights from Gorgan to Istanbul to begin next week
TEHRAN – Weekly flights between Iran’s Gorgan and Istanbul are set to commence on January 21, the director-general of Golestan province’s airports said on Sunday.
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2025-01-07 17:34
Centuries-old carpets and a mystery unveiled at Golestan Palace
TEHRAN – In an unveiling ceremony held at the iconic Shams-ol-Emareh edifice within the UNESCO-registered Golestan Palace, researchers presented 20 historical carpets selected from a collection some of which shed light on a long-standing mystery surrounding the palace’s architectural history.
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2024-12-15 18:07
UNESCO-listed Gonbad-e Qabus undergoes restoration amid concerns over vertical cracks
TEHRAN - The iconic Gonbad-e Qabus, a UNESCO-listed 1,000-year-old brick tower located in Iran’s Golestan province, is undergoing extensive studies and restorations to address vertical cracks on its structure.
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2024-11-24 14:01
Export from Golestan province rises 44% in 7 months yr/yr
TEHRAN – As announced by a provincial official, the value of non-oil export from Golestan province, in the northeast of Iran, rose 44 percent during the first seven months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-October 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
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2024-10-20 17:57
Archaeological survey in northern Iran uncovers 4,000-year-old artifacts
TEHRAN - An archaeological survey aimed at defining the boundaries and proposing a protected zone for Tepe Kafshgiri, a historic hill in Gorgan county of Golestan province, has concluded under the supervision of the Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism.
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2024-08-25 15:12
‘Establishing an Iran-Turkmenistan joint FTZ to bring development for both sides’
TEHRAN- The governor-general of northeastern Iranian province of Golestan has announced that establishment of a joint free trade zone with Turkmenistan will bring development for both countries, IRNA reported.
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2024-08-07 16:35
Export from Golestan province rises 60% in 4 months on year
TEHRAN- The value of non-oil export from Golestan province, in the northeast of Iran, rose 60 percent during the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-July 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, a provincial official announced.
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2024-07-22 16:56
UNESCO-listed Gonbad-e Qabus to undergo restoration
TEHRAN - The director of the Gonbad-e Qabus World Heritage site has announced that the government has allocated part of the approved budget for combating vegetation growth on the conical dome of the 1,000-year-old brick tower.
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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.
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2024-07-20 17:59
Galikesh sees surge in visitor numbers
TEHRAN – Galikesh county, situated in the eastern part of Golestan province, has seen a surge in tourism during the first quarter of the current Persian year (started on March 20).
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2024-07-17 18:15
8 million visits to Golestan attractions registered
TEHRAN - In a remarkable boost for local tourism, Golestan province recorded over eight million visits to its diverse attractions in the first quarter of the current Persian year (started on March 20), a local official brought to light.
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2024-07-05 17:41
480K overnight stays recorded in Golestan in Q1
TEHRAN – Hundreds of thousands of overnight stays has been recorded in Golestan province during the first quarter of this Persian year (started on March 20), highlighting the region’s growing appeal among travelers.
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2024-07-01 18:09
Golestan seeks to enhance accessible tourism
TEHRAN – Golestan province in northern Iran seeks to expand its tourism industry by implementing comprehensive measures to ensure that all tourist destinations, products, and services are accessible to everyone, regardless of physical limitations, disabilities, or age.
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2024-06-15 16:01
Paddy fields in Golestan province
A woman holds rice seedlings in a paddy field in the northern province of Golestan, June 14, 2024.
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2024-06-09 17:13
Golestan launches first-ever HOHO sightseeing tours in northern Iran
TEHRAN – The very first Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing tour in northern Iran has been launched in Gorgan, the capital of Golestan province.
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2024-06-08 18:48
From palaces to shrines: the brilliance of Iranian mirror work
TEHRAN - In the heart of Iran’s architectural history lies a shimmering tradition which not only decorates but also enlightens the spaces it adorns. It is the ancient art of mirror work, which is known for its dazzling display of light and intricate mosaics.
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2024-05-08 17:21
Turkmen horses to compete in sport, beauty festival
TEHRAN - Aiming to boost the rural economy and develop the horse breeding industry, Kalaleh is set to play host to the 18th edition of a national festival dedicated to Turkmen horses on May 15.
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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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2024-02-18 17:56
Gonbad-e Kavus: a traveler’s delight of culture and scenic beauty
TEHRAN – Situated in northern Iran, Gonbad-e Kavus is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking culture and adventure. Here, the splendor of nature meets warm hospitality.
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2024-02-12 21:30
Three ancient trees among Iran heritage list newcomers
TEHRAN – In a notable development, the Director-General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Golestan province proudly unveiled the recent registration of three ancient plane trees into Iran's national heritage list.
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2024-02-06 19:39
Three historical buildings among Iran heritage list newcomers
TEHRAN – The Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts for Golestan province has announced that three historical structures within the province have been officially registered and added to the national heritage list.
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2024-01-09 22:29
Six moveable properties in Golestan added to national heritage list
TEHRAN-A total of six historical moveable properties in the northern province of Golestan have recently been inscribed on the national heritage list, CHTN reported on Tuesday.
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2023-12-17 12:58
Non-oil goods worth over $200m exported from Golestan province in 8 months
TEHRAN- As announced by a provincial official, non-oil commodities valued at $200.731 million were exported from Golestan province, in the northeast of Iran, during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-November 21).