Jolfa

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  • Christmas celebrations illuminate New Jolfa neighborhood 2024-12-25 17:54

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Christmas celebrations illuminate New Jolfa neighborhood

    ISFAHAN- The New Jolfa neighborhood, one of the most picturesque and historic quarters of Isfahan, is glowing with lights and decorations in the lead-up to the New Year.

  • Jolfa: a journey through UNESCO heritage and nature’s splendor 2024-12-24 18:41

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Jolfa: a journey through UNESCO heritage and nature’s splendor

    JOLFA, East Azarbaijan – A photographer’s paradise, the Jolfa region, settled in the northwest corner of East Azarbaijan province, is a treasure trove of natural wonders, historical landmarks, and cultural heritage.

  • How Iran’s Kordasht is a beacon for heritage tourism 2024-12-21 17:43

    By Afshin Majlesi

    How Iran’s Kordasht is a beacon for heritage tourism

    JOLFA – Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of Iran’s East Azarbaijan province, the village of Kordasht serves as a living monument to history. It resonates with the courage of Iranian soldiers who defended their homeland against Tsarist Russian invasions over the decades.

  • Exhibit highlights efforts to revitalize Isfahan’s Jolfa 2024-04-27 18:10

    Exhibit highlights efforts to revitalize Isfahan’s Jolfa

    TEHRAN – A photo exhibition highlighting efforts to revitalize Isfahan’s [New] Jolfa is currently underway in the ancient Iranian city.

  • Mohammad-Ali Izadkhasti, the CEO of Isfahan’s Urban Revitalization Organization, speaks to the Tehran Times in Isfahan, December 28, 2023. 2024-01-03 17:47

    By Afshin Majlesi

    From preservation to prosperity: CEO unveils Isfahan’s restoration strategy

    ISFAHAN - Mohammad-Ali Izadkhasti, the CEO of Isfahan’s Urban Revitalization Organization, recently spoke to the Tehran Times about the organization’s commitment to reviving Isfahan’s rich historical fabric.

  • 400-year-old Jolfa Square to undergo restoration 2023-12-03 17:28

    400-year-old Jolfa Square to undergo restoration

    TEHRAN – Isfahan’s tourism chief has revealed plans for the restoration of Jolfa Square, which is a gateway to a touristic Armenian neighborhood in the ancient city.

  • An interior view of Vank Cathedral located in the New Jolfa neighbourhood of Isfahan, central Iran. 2023-11-10 16:31

    Vank Cathedral: A sip of Iran’s rich architectural culture in Isfahan

    TEHRAN - The All Saviour’s Cathedral, locally known as Kelisa-ye Vank (“Vank Cathedral”) or the Church of the Saintly Sisters, is probably the most famous example of Christian religious architecture in the ancient city of Isfahan, known as “half the world”.

  • Iran celebrates Aras as new UNESCO Global Geopark 2023-06-23 17:48

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Iran celebrates Aras as new UNESCO Global Geopark

    JOLFA — On Wednesday, Iran celebrated the recent designation of Aras as the country’s third UNESCO Global Geopark in a ceremony held in Jolfa, northwest Iran.

  • Chang players depicted on a 6th-century Sasanian relief at Taq-e Bostan. 2022/01/08

    A birthplace of musical instruments

    TEHRAN - Narratives say the initiation of music in Iran dates back to the time of the mythical king, Jamshid. However, fragmentary documents from various periods, including rock-carved carvings, suggest millennia of musical practices in every corner of the ancient land.