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2025-01-21 17:40
Cultural delegation from Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan visits special handicraft house in Tehran
TEHRAN – On Monday, a cultural and commercial delegation from Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan toured the Fusion Art Handicraft House in Tehran.
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2025-01-11 18:11
Ilam handicrafts exhibit showcased in Iraq’s Wasit Governorate
TEHRAN - A three-day exhibition showcasing the traditional handicrafts and arts of Iran’s Ilam province went on show in Iraq’s Wasit Governorate, located southeast of Baghdad near the Iranian border.
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2025-01-07 17:22
Tourism ministry adds division dedicated to AI
TEHRAN – On Monday, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, announced the establishment of a new division dedicated to Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the ministry.
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2025-01-04 17:47
Isfahan’s handicraft exports stand at $7.6m in 9 months
TEHRAN – The value of Isfahan province’s handicrafts exports stood at $7.6 million during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year 1403 (Mar. 20 – Dec. 20, 2024), the deputy provincial tourism chief has said.
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2024-12-21 18:02
Discover intricate craftsmanship and vibrant designs of Hamedan carpets
TEHRAN - Hamedan carpets, renowned for their intricate craftsmanship and vibrant designs, have a long-standing heritage in Iran's carpet weaving tradition.
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2024-12-18 16:55
Iran handicraft exports see 11% growth in eight months
TEHRAN - Iran’s handicraft exports reached $150 million in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (started on March 20), marking an 11% increase compared to the same period last year.
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2024-12-11 17:36
Toreutics: a glimpse into art of metalworking in Iran
TEHRAN - Toreutics, the intricate art of decorative metalworking, holds a revered place in Iranian handicrafts and artistic heritage.
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2024-12-10 17:31
Glimpses of Iranian art and culture showcased at Greece festival
TEHRAN - The UNESCO-Piraeus intercultural festival, featuring participants from 20 countries and cultural groups from across Greece, recently took place at the Melina Mercouri Hall in the Peace and Friendship Stadium.
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2024-11-29 17:53
Tribal crafts exhibit underway in Bandar Abbas
TEHRAN – A tribal festival featuring a variety of nationwide Iranian handicrafts and souvenirs has opened to the public in Bandar Abbas, an ancient port city in southern Iran.
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2024-11-29 17:49
Tehran to host 9th Fajr Intl. Handicrafts and Traditional Arts Festival
TEHRAN - The 9th Fajr International Handicrafts and Traditional Arts Festival, widely known as Sarv-E Simin (“Silver Cypress”), is set to take place in Tehran from February 21 to 24, 2025, celebrating Iran’s rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship.
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2024-11-25 18:23
Ministry of Cultural Heritage hosts exhibit of wooden crafts and ceramics
TEHRAN - The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has inaugurated its first weekly handicrafts exhibition following the conclusion of the National Handicrafts Exhibition.
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2024-11-18 16:54
Arab Union for Handicrafts explores collaboration with Isfahan following national exhibition visit
TEHRAN - A delegation from the Arab Union for Productive Families and Handicrafts has visited the ancient city of Isfahan as part of their official trip to Iran, following their participation in the 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition in Tehran.
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2024-11-17 17:27
Government spokesperson underlines handicrafts’ role in national development
TEHRAN - Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokesperson for the Iranian government, has emphasized the importance of handicrafts as a cornerstone of national development during her visit to the 37th National Handicraft Exhibition in Tehran on Saturday.
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2024-11-16 17:04
Iranian handicrafts cultural ambassadors to the world, says deputy minister
TEHRAN – On Friday, Maryam Jalali-Dehkordi, the deputy minister of handicrafts at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, highlighted the vital role of crafts in promoting the nation’s artistic and cultural heritage.
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2024-11-15 17:38
President Pezeshkian visits 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition
TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the 37th National Exhibition of Handicrafts on Friday evening, marking the third day of the major event.
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2024-11-15 17:20
Private sector collaborates to boost handicraft exports
TEHRAN - Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture is stepping up efforts to promote Persian handicrafts by fostering international partnerships and implementing policy reforms.
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2024-11-15 17:19
Hormozgan handicrafts eye potential export opportunities in Austria
TEHRAN – Hormozgan province may soon see its traditional handicrafts reaching new international markets, with Austria being a primary target.
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2024-11-15 17:19
Isfahan’s handicrafts exports exceed $15 million in 2023
TEHRAN - Isfahan province has exported over $15 million worth of handicrafts during the past Iranian year (ended on March 20), the provincial tourism chief said on Thursday.
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2024-11-13 17:50
By Afshin Majlesi
National handicrafts exhibit opens in Tehran amid calls for cultural, economic synergy
TEHRAN - Iran’s 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition opened today in Tehran amid calls for cultural preservation and economic strength.
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2024-11-10 18:25
Deputy minister highlights growing public role in Iran’s handicrafts sector
TEHRAN – On Sunday, Maryam Jalali-Dehkordi, Deputy Minister of Handicrafts, underlined the significant public engagement within Iran’s handicraft sector at a press conference for the 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition.
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2024-11-08 15:46
By Afshin Majlesi
Tourism minister inaugurates multi-storey bazaar of handicrafts in Shiraz
SHIRAZ- In a grand ceremony on Thursday evening, the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, officially inaugurated the Art Bazaar of Shiraz, amid hopes to promote traditional handicrafts and visual arts in the ancient city.
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2024-11-06 17:45
Traditional felt-making in Semnan province
TEHRAN – Felt-making by pressing and rolling woolen fibers has long been practiced in many villages across Semnan province.
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2024-11-05 17:54
President Pezeshkian enacts national handicrafts development plan
TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday officially issued the “National Document for the Development of Handicrafts,” a pivotal step to bolster the country’s traditional arts and crafts sector.
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2024-11-02 17:46
Tehran to host 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition
TEHRAN - The 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition is set to take place at the Tehran International Permanent Fairgrounds from November 13 to 16, bringing together hundreds of artisans, craftspeople, and nomadic artists from across Iran.
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2024-10-29 08:26
Rafsanjan exhibit to welcome artisans from 31 provinces
TEHRAN - Rafsanjan, an ancient city in the southern Kerman province, will host a major handicraft exhibition, showcasing traditional arts and crafts from 31 provinces across Iran.
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2024-10-21 17:26
Isfahan’s ancient art of Ghalamzani gains international recognition
TEHRAN - The traditional art of Ghalamzani, the intricate craft of engraving beautiful designs on metals such as copper, brass, silver, and gold, has been recognized with an international Geographical Indication (GI). This prestigious recognition highlights Isfahan as the primary hub for this ancient craft.
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2024-10-18 18:04
Glimpses of carpet weaving in Khorasan Razavi province
TEHRAN – Carpet weaving in Mashhad, the capital of Khorasan Razavi province in northeast Iran, dates back to the Safavid Dynasty, as documented historical records suggest.
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2024-10-16 17:26
Traditional wrestling in Iran set for national recognition, says minister
TEHRAN – The Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has called for the national registration of traditional Iranian wrestling, citing its deep cultural and historical significance.
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2024-10-15 17:35
Handicrafts still untapped potential in western Mazandaran
TEHRAN - Western Mazandaran, known for its rich diversity of handicrafts, has the potential to secure national and international recognition for its artisans’ creations.
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2024-10-06 17:50
30% of Iran’s handicrafts made by nomadic communities
TEHRAN – Some 30% of Iran’s handicrafts are produced by its nomadic communities, according to Mojtaba Mizban, the deputy of infrastructure development at the Nomads Affairs Organization of Iran.