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2024-06-18 18:03
Revival of Chador-Shab weaving brings new hope
TEHRAN - The traditional craft of Chador-Shab weaving, once a fading memory in a village in Gilan province, has been given new life through a comprehensive training program.
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2024-06-15 18:15
Zanjan sparkles with 16,000 craftspeople
TEHRAN – Available data suggests more than 16,000 artisans have been registered as craftspeople in Zanjan province, a local official said.
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2024-06-14 18:27
Handicraft exports exempted from VAT
TEHRAN – Iran’s deputy minister of handicrafts has announced that handicraft exporters will be exempt from paying value-added tax (VAT).
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2024-06-12 17:33
Davatgari: an ancient craft still thriving in modern Iran
TEHRAN - Cold forging, known as Davatgari in Iran, is considered one of humanity's earliest professions, dating back thousands of years.
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2024-06-12 17:32
Minister highlights ‘unique diversity’ of Iranian handicrafts
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has said the country boasts nearly 300 distinct fields of handicrafts, a diversity unparalleled globally.
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2024-06-10 18:05
Iran sees growth in handicraft exports, reaching $450 million
TEHRAN - Iran's handicraft exports, excluding jewelry and suitcase exports, reached $450 million in the past Persian year (ended on March 19), according to the deputy minister for handicrafts.
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2024-06-09 17:13
8,000 artisans light up Mazandaran’s craft industry
TEHRAN – Mazandaran province, a sought-after destination known for its captivating nature in northern Iran, is home to over 8,000 craftspeople, who enrich the travel experience for tourists.
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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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2024-06-08 18:48
Handicrafts creative house opens doors in Qazvin
TEHRAN - The historical Raoufi House in Qazvin has reopened as a creative house dedicated to handicrafts, aiming to promote local craftsmanship, help create jobs, and attract tourists.
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2024-06-08 18:47
By Afshin Majlesi
Tehran conference celebrates World Handicrafts Day
TEHRAN - On Saturday, the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts hosted a grand event commemorating World Handicrafts Day.
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2024-06-07 17:32
Gilan to honor artistry, craft skills with loads of programs
TEHRAN - Gilan province in northern Iran gears up for a national handicrafts week coinciding with World Handicrafts Day (June 10), boasting over 50 special programs.
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2024-06-05 20:36
Iran to celebrate Handicrafts Week with special programs
TEHRAN – On the verge of Handicrafts Week, Iran gears up to celebrate artisanal traditions and economic growth with a great number of projects set for unveiling on World Handicrafts Day.
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2024-05-26 22:03
Definitive album to celebrate crafts treasures in Semnan
TEHRAN – Semnan province has embarked on a journey to spotlight its vibrant handicrafts scene with a forthcoming album.
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2024-05-26 22:02
Kerman to showcase crafts with seals of excellence
TEHRAN - An exhibition showcasing selected handicrafts with seals of excellence will be held to commemorate national Handicrafts Week in Kerman, Iran.
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2024-05-25 18:17
Tehran to host special event on handwoven carpets
TEHRAN – The Carpet Museum of Iran will be hosting a national event on handwoven carpets from May 27 to 30.
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2024-05-24 17:27
Chehel Tekeh Duzi: a vibrant handicraft from southwest Iran
TEHRAN - Chehel Tekeh Duzi, also known as scrap quilting, is a cherished handicraft from the Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province, southwest Iran.
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2024-05-24 17:26
Fars launches crafts job creation initiative in memory of President Raisi
TEHRAN - Fars province has initiated a project aimed at creating jobs in the handicrafts sector, in honor of Martyr President Seyyed-Ebrahim Raisi, who lost his life last week in a helicopter crash, with a pilot program starting in Kharameh county.
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2024-05-22 17:28
WCC president extends condolences over martyrdom of Iranian president
TEHRAN - The President of the World Crafts Council (WCC), Sa’ad al-Qaddumi, has expressed profound condolences following the martyrdom of the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, in a helicopter crash.
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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 18:17
Exhibit highlights Zoroastrian’s cultural contribution
TEHRAN – On May 10, an exhibition of handicrafts made by Zoroastrian artisans was held in the UNESCO-listed city of Yazd in the heart of Iran.
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2024-05-08 17:14
Semnan hosting festival of Silk Road traditions
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Semnan is playing host to a cultural heritage festival dedicated to Silk Road traditions.
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2024-05-07 18:23
Esfahak artisans lead the revival of ancient skills
TEHRAN – The handicraft scene in Esfahak village has played a pivotal role in both reviving ancient skills and reshaping the local economy and tourism, a local official said on Monday.
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2024-05-06 19:12
Border guards to be trained in handicraft skills
TEHRAN - In an innovative move to intertwine cultural preservation with military training, border guards in Sistan-Baluchestan will soon be trained in handicraft skills
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2024-05-05 17:34
Ancient artistry: the enduring legacy of Nazok-Kari in Urmia
TEHRAN - Nazok-Kari is an ancient craft being practiced in Urmia, in northwest Iran.
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2024-05-01 18:15
Iranian artisans showcase skills at Expo 2024
TEHRAN - Tens of Iranian craftspeople showed off their skills as a marketing opportunity at the 6th International Export Potential Exhibition of the Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran Expo 2024), which was held in Tehran from April 27 to May 1.
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2024-04-30 21:56
Isfahan seven-color tiles earn international recognition
TEHRAN - The ancient Isfahan’s craft of creating seven-color tiles has been granted global status, recognizing its unique cultural and historical significance on an international scale.
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2024-04-28 17:01
Nomadic arts: discover rich tradition of Gabbeh carpets
TEHRAN - Gabbeh is a simple and colorful hand-knotted textile with a pile of long threads. It is exclusively made by the nomadic people of southern Iran and is used as a floor covering.
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2024-04-28 17:00
Bridging borders: Sistan-Baluchestan calls for regional tourism harmony
TEHRAN – In a bid to boost Sistan-Baluchestan’s tourism and handicraft industries, the governor of the province has advocated for collaboration with neighboring countries.
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2024-04-26 17:01
Isfahan's craft exports double in year
A local official in charge of handicraft affairs reported that the exports during the previous year soared to $15 million from just $7 million in the year earlier.
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2024-04-15 18:15
2m visits paid to handicraft workshops in Nowruz holidays
TEHRAN - Handicraft workshops across Iran welcomed a staggering two million visits, during the Nowruz (Persian New Year) holidays from March 19 to April 1, an official with the tourism ministry said.