Tourism minister visits Susa, highlights its ‘glorious’ World Heritage

TEHRAN - On Wednesday, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, visited the UNESCO-registered ancient city of Susa in Khuzestan province. During his visit, he emphasized the city’s universal significance and its vital role in Iranian and global history.

Minister hails Tajikistan’s enduring love for Iran and Persian language

TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has said he feels proud of the Tajik people’s unwavering love for Iran and the Persian language.

Tehran, Dushanbe discuss cultural and economic synergies

TEHRAN - In an economic forum between Iran and Tajikistan on Wednesday, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts emphasized the profound cultural and historical ties between the two nations and called for strengthening tourism and economic cooperation to enhance bilateral relations.

Iran plans to boost tourism ties with Tajikistan

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced extensive plans to strengthen ties with Tajikistan in tourism, trade, and cultural collaboration.

First vice president highlights private sector’s role in tourism development

TEHRAN - Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran’s First Vice President, stressed the critical role of the private sector in fostering tourism growth during a meeting with hoteliers and investors in the tourism sector on Saturday.

Makkoran Coast is a potential platform for Iran’s development, tourism minister

TEHRAN - The Makkoran Coast, which is located in Sistan-Baluchestan province, stands among the finest coastal regions in the world and serves as a significant platform for Iran’s development, said Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, on Thursday.

Late Ayatollah Taleqani’s house registration plate unveiled at Tehran ceremony

TEHRAN - In a ceremony held on Tuesday evening, the registration plate for the late Ayatollah Mahmoud Taleqani’s historic house was officially unveiled, marking its inclusion on Iran’s national cultural heritage list.

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.

Tehran, Dushanbe discuss enhanced tourism, cultural collaboration

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, met with Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Iran, Nizomiddin Zohidi, on Tuesday at the ministry’s headquarters in Tehran to discuss strengthening ties in tourism and cultural cooperation.

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National Document for Handicrafts Development unveiled

TEHRAN - The unveiling ceremony for the National Document for the Development of Handicrafts was held on Monday at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

Tourism minister highlights Iran’s tradition of peaceful coexistence in Christmas message

TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister has issued a message marking the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ, extending congratulations and highlighting the country’s long-standing history as a cradle of peaceful coexistence among monotheistic religions, cultures, and beliefs.

Tourism minister highlights plans to boost international arrivals

TEHRAN - Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has announced ongoing discussions with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs aimed at removing obstacles to international tourism in the country.

New chapter in Tehran-Cairo relations, Iran tourism minister underlines

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has announced a new chapter of progress in cultural relations between Tehran and Cairo following a meeting between the presidents of Iran and Egypt.

Tourism minister attends Ancient Civilizations Forum in Yerevan

TEHRAN – The Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, traveled to Yerevan, Armenia, on Tuesday morning to attend the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum.

Iran’s reality distorted by propaganda, tourism minister warns

TEHRAN - Iranian Tourism Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has criticized what he described as a widespread campaign of “Iranophobia” aimed at tarnishing the country’s image and deterring international visitors.

Mohseni-Bandpey appointed as deputy tourism minister

TEHRAN - Anoushirvan Mohseni-Bandpey has been appointed as the deputy minister of tourism in Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, according to a decree issued by Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri on Tuesday.

Multinational ‘Nowruz dossier’ reflects solidarity with Iranian culture, tourism minister says

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts considers the registration of various countries to the UNESCO-listed Nowruz as a sign of convergence and solidarity with Iranian culture.

Iran to introduce tourist cards for foreign visitors: Minister

TEHRAN – Iran plans to issue “tourist cards” for foreign visitors to facilitate currency exchange during their stay, according to Reza Salehi-Amiri, the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

Minister underlines marine tourism, soft power and global ties

TEHRAN - In a televised interview on Monday evening, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism, shared insights into the nation’s tourism strategy, highlighting recent achievements and ambitious goals for the future.

Iran ready to restore Azerbaijan’s historical sites, says tourism minister

TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has announced Iran’s readiness to assist Azerbaijan in the restoration of its historical sites.

Iranian tourism minister meets Azerbaijan’s PM at COP29

TEHRAN - Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, met with Azerbaijan’s Prime Minister Ali Asadov on the sidelines of COP29, the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference, held in Baku from November 11 to 22.

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.

Imam Reza (AS) inheritance coin unveiled by tourism minister in Shiraz

SHIRAZ - The Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has unveiled the historical Imam Reza (AS) inheritance coin, at a cultural heritage museum located within the revered Shah Cheragh Museum in Shiraz.

Tourism minister visits historical sites in Firuzabad of Fars province

SHIRAZ - On Friday, the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, visited a number of historical sites and structures in Firuzabad county in southern Iran.

Cultural heritage is a pillar of unity: minister’s message to intl. festival

SHIRAZ - The Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, shared a message to mark the opening of the 3rd International Multimedia Festival of Cultural Heritage, emphasizing the profound connection between cultural heritage and national unity.

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.

Concerns raised over subway construction near Hafez’s tomb in Shiraz

TEHRAN - Recent reports of a subway tunnel being constructed near the tomb of Persian poet Hafez in Shiraz have sparked concern among cultural heritage enthusiasts and experts, who fear the project could pose a threat to the historical site.