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2025-01-05 17:47
Tehran-Kashan tourist train launched after years of halt
TEHRAN – A special tourist train connecting Tehran to Kashan has commenced service following years of pause.
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2024-12-23 22:39
Agha Bozorg Mosque’s restoration complete
TEHRAN- A recent restoration project has come to an end on the 18th century Agha Bozorg Mosque in Kashan.
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2024-11-23 18:00
Iran to form ‘golden rectangle’ tourism hub in central provinces
TEHRAN - Aiming to boost domestic and international tourism, relevant officials have announced plans to create a “golden rectangle” tourism hub connecting the provinces of Isfahan, Semnan, Markazi, and Qom.
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2024-10-05 16:55
Tourism development task force established in Kashan
TEHRAN - A tourism development task force has been established in Kashan, aimed at addressing the various challenges facing the tourism sector in the ancient city.
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2024-09-15 17:49
2,700-year-old metalworking workshop discovered in heart of Iran
TEHRAN - A 2,700-year-old metalworking workshop has recently been unearthed in Tepe Sialk during a reassessment project conducted on the archaeological site which is situated near Kashan, central Iran.
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2024-09-13 18:07
Archaeologists seek reasons behind Sialk’s abandonment, a question left unanswered for 2,500 years
TEHRAN - The third phase of a reassessment project at Tepe Sialk, a treasured 8,000-year-old archaeological site near Kashan in Isfahan province, has commenced.
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2024-09-06 19:23
Kashan, Kazanlak blossom as sister cities through rose heritage
TEHRAN – Iran’s Kashan and Bulgaria’s Kazanlak formalized their sister city relationship on Sunday, highlighting their shared heritage in rose production.
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2024-08-31 17:14
Reassessment project at Tepe Sialk enters third phase
TEHRAN – The third phase of a reassessment project has commenced at Tepe Sialk, a treasured ancient site situated near Kashan in Isfahan province.
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2024-08-27 18:08
By Afshin Majlesi
Affordable adventures await in these six must-visit cities
TEHRAN - With a history stretching back over 6,000 years, Iran is one of the world’s most appealing destinations for budget-conscious travelers.
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2024-08-20 18:48
Long-lived trees in Kashan: 30 identified, five registered as national heritage
TEHRAN – The head of Kashan's Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department has said 30 long-lived trees have so far been identified across Kashan and its nearby villages, of which five are registered on Iran’s list for natural heritage.
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2024-08-05 17:54
Grand Bazaar of Kashan: a journey through history and culture
TEHRAN – With its labyrinthine alleys, vernacular architecture, and vibrant atmosphere, the Grand Bazaar of Kashan is not just a shopping destination but a living testament to centuries of Persian heritage.
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2024-07-22 17:14
Ancient inscriptions, written in Pahlavi scripts, deciphered
TEHRAN – A number of ancient inscriptions, written in Pahlavi scripts, have recently been deciphered at a newly established museum located near the city of Aran-va-Bidgol in the heart of Iran.
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2024-07-21 17:54
Kashan to establish specialized museums for Muharram rituals
TEHRAN - Specialized museums dedicated to the intangible heritage of Muharram rituals are set to be established in Kashan, central Iran, according to an official in charge of museums.
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2024-05-24 17:27
Textile history museum in Kashan: a journey through threads of time
TEHRAN - The textile history museum of Kashan stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and enduring legacy of textile craft skills in the ancient city.
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2024-05-04 18:01
Kashan sites visited by over 30,000 tourists in day
TEHRAN – Kashan, a historical city within Iran’s Isfahan province, has shattered previous visitor records by attracting over 30,000 tourists to its historical sites in a single day.
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2024-02-26 17:56
Isfahan aims to attract surge of Chinese tourists with new initiatives
TEHRAN - Isfahan has announced an ambitious plan to attract over 20 million Chinese visitors in a year in a bid to bolster the tourism industry of the province.
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2024-01-20 17:31
Jameh Mosque of Kashan emerges resplendent after restoration
TEHRAN – Kashan’s tourism chief has revealed the successful completion of a restoration project on various sections of the ancient city’s Jameh Mosque.
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2024-01-07 18:21
By Afshin Majlesi
Interview: expert explores women’s role in Persian carpet weaving
ISFAHAN – The art of carpet weaving has been an integral part of Iranian culture and tradition with many women as its silent heroes for centuries.
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2024-01-03 17:48
Kashan is hub of cultural and touristic wealth, governor says
TEHRAN – On Monday, Kashan Governor Mohammad-Sharif Zarei highlighted the ancient city’s unique potential in the cultural, social, economic, and tourism domains.
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2023-11-26 17:51
UNESCO-listed Fin Garden’s restoration complete
TEHRAN – A recent restoration project has come to an end on the centuries-old Fin Garden, which is a UNESCO-designated property in central Iran.
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2023-11-25 18:02
By Afshin Majlesi
Time to reconnect with Iran’s travel gems
Welcome to the realm of responsible tourism in Iran, where holidaymakers are not mere spectators but active participants.
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2023-11-15 17:53
Tourist arrivals in Iran jump 40 percent y/y
TEHRAN – Foreign arrivals to Iran during the first seven months of the current Iranian year were up 40% compared to the same period last year, the deputy tourism minister said.
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2023-11-06 17:28
Textile history museum inaugurated in Kashan
TEHRAN – On Monday, Kashan’s first Persian textile history museum was inaugurated in the oasis Iranian city that is registered as a world city of traditional textiles.
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2023-10-31 17:46
Iran seeks single UNESCO tag for historical mosques
TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism minister has said his ministry seeks to win a UNESCO label for a selection of its historical mosques.
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2023-10-17 17:08
Chinese, Omani arrivals in Iran on rise under visa waiver agreements
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourist arrivals from China and Oman have been on the rise over the past couple of years, since the Islamic Republic abolished visa requirements for their nationals.
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2023-10-08 18:22
Prehistorical water system uncovered at legendry Sialk Hills
TEHRAN — An archaeological team has uncovered a prehistorical water system during excavations in Sialk Hills, located near Kashan, central Iran.
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2023-10-07 18:24
Qalishuyan, a UNESCO-designated ancient ritual, observed in central Iran
TEHRAN - On Friday, hundreds of the locals performed one of their religious routines; Qalishuyan.
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2023-09-17 18:17
By Afshin Majlesi
Interview: Indian adventurer tells of epic journey on 73-year-old car
Indian adventurer Daman Thakore has kindly taken time out of his transcontinental journey to share us a little bit of information about the amazing expedition in a 73-year-old car!
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2023-09-07 21:10
Forgotten lusterware revived by Natanz potters
TEHRAN — Reproduction of Persian lusterware ceramics, also known as Zarrin-fam potteries, has been commenced after centuries of neglect by a number of potters in Natanz, central Iran.
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2023-08-26 22:46
Tehran carpet expo: a crossroads for culture, art and trade
TEHRAN – The 30th Iran Handmade Carpet Exhibition, a remarkable showcase of Persian artistry and craftsmanship, has opened its doors in Tehran.