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Today 17:58
Dinosaur footprint discovered in Zarand becomes county’s top tourist attraction
TEHRAN - A recently discovered dinosaur footprint in the Deh-Alireza region of Dashtkhak, located in northern Zarand county in Iran’s Kerman province, has been identified as the area's most significant emerging tourist attraction, according to local heritage and academic officials.
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Today 17:23
Minister hails ‘successful’ Nowruz travel season, highlights growth in domestic tourism
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, praised the success of the 1404 (2025) Nowruz travel season, describing it as one of the most satisfying and least problematic in recent years.
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Yesterday 17:34
Iran’s Central Bank introduces rial debit cards for tourists, foreign nationals
TEHRAN - The Central Bank of Iran has officially issued a directive to the national banking network outlining the procedures for providing Iranian rial-denominated bank cards to foreign tourists and non-resident individuals.
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Yesterday 17:17
Lost quarry believed to supply Achaemenid palace in Susa discovered in western Iran
TEHRAN - In a landmark archaeological breakthrough, Iranian researchers have discovered what is believed to be the long-lost quarry used to source the massive stones for Achaemenid-era masterpieces such as the palace of Darius the Great in the ancient city of Susa.
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2025-04-11 17:27
Tehran, Astana agree on joint exhibitions and museum collaborations
TEHRAN - National Museum of Iran Director Jebrael Nokandeh and his Kazakh counterpart have arranged to expand joint exhibitions and museum collaborations.
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2025-04-09 17:32
ECO member states advance regional sustainable tourism standards for accommodation facilities
TEHRAN - Member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) came together virtually for the 6th Meeting of the ECO Working Group on Tourism Standardization (WGTS), focusing on finalizing a comprehensive set of sustainable tourism criteria for accommodation facilities across the region.
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2025-04-09 17:17
Soheili mangrove forest: a harmony of community and conservation
TEHRAN - Nestled along the shores of Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf, southern Iran, the Soheili mangrove forest stands as a testament to nature’s resilience and human dedication.
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2025-04-09 17:01
Iranian minister highlights opportunities for stronger cultural cooperation with China
TEHRAN - Iran’s tourism minister has underscored the long-standing cultural and economic ties between the Islamic Republic and China, emphasizing their strategic partnership in heritage promotion and the potential for further collaboration.
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2025-04-08 18:04
Tourism minister attends global investment forum in UAE to promote cooperation
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, arrived in the United Arab Emirates on Monday evening to participate in the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress 2025, one of the world’s leading platforms for international investment and economic dialogue.
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2025-04-08 18:04
Giant ‘Sasanian-era’ jar unearthed in southern Iran
TEHRAN - An ancient earthenware jar believed to date back to the Sasanian era has been unearthed during a routine excavation in a village in southern Iran, according to local heritage authorities.
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2025-04-07 18:13
Restoration work resumes on Apadana Palace and tomb of Artaxerxes III in Persepolis
TEHRAN - Restoration efforts have officially resumed at several key heritage sites within Persepolis, a famed UNESCO World Heritage site in southern Iran, following a temporary pause during the Nowruz holidays.
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2025-04-06 18:09
By Afshin Majlesi
Big data aids Iran’s Nowruz travel tracking, recording over 36 million trips
TEHRAN - More than 36 million domestic trips were made across Iran during the Nowruz holidays this year, according to final statistics released at a session of the Traveling Services Coordination Headquarters, chaired by Deputy Minister of Tourism Anoushirvan Mohseni-Bandpey on Sunday.
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2025-04-05 18:45
Ancient stone fragment from Persepolis returned to authorities
TEHRAN - A stone fragment believed to originate from Persepolis has been officially handed over to the Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Directorate of Fars province, where the UNESCO World Heritage site is located.
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2025-04-05 18:42
Kermanshah tourist attractions witness 2.5 million visits during Nowruz
TEHRAN - Kermanshah province in the west of Iran has witnessed over 2.5 million visits from its historical, natural, cultural, and religious sites during the Nowruz 1404 holidays which began on March 20, the provincial tourism chief Dariush Farmani said.
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2025-04-05 18:35
40% of Iranians travel during Nowruz holidays, tourism minister says
TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri on Friday said 40 percent of the country’s population traveled during the Nowruz Holidays.
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2025-04-04 17:09
Iranian tourism ministry seeks to expand international outreach
TEHRAN– Iran’s Deputy Minister of Tourism, Anoushirvan Mohseni-Bandpey, has highlighted ongoing efforts by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts to enhance tourism and facilitate travel for Iranian expatriates and foreign visitors.
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2025-04-04 17:09
Visits to Iran’s historical sites soar 28 percent y/y during Nowruz holidays
TEHRAN - During the two-week Nowruz holidays, which officially began on March 20, visitor numbers to Iran’s cultural heritage sites, museums, and historical landmarks saw a remarkable 28% year-on-year increase.
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2025-04-04 17:08
Efforts underway to restore historical relics in Mazandaran
TEHRAN - Experts from Mazandaran province’s Cultural Heritage Department are working diligently to restore and preserve historical and cultural artifacts in a dedicated laboratory and workshop at a museum in Sari, the provincial capital.
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2025-04-01 19:13
Chogha Hill: a tourism delight in 'Little Paris'
TEHRAN - Chogha Hill, known as the "Roof of Borujerd," has become one of the city's most prominent tourist and recreational centers.
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2025-04-01 17:31
Over 5.3 million travelers visit Isfahan province during Nowruz
TEHRAN – The governor-general of Isfahan province, Mehdi Jamalinejad, announced that more than 5.3 million people have visited Isfahan’s historical and cultural attractions since the beginning of the Nowruz holidays.
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2025-04-01 12:51
Minister underlines job creation at opening of 5-star hotel in northern Iran
TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has announced that a private sector investment of $150 million in a newly built five-star hotel in Nowshahr has led to the creation of 900 jobs in Mazandaran province, northern Iran.
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2025-03-31 22:07
Gilan sees surge in Nowruz tourism with over six million visitors
TEHRAN - Gilan province in northern Iran has experienced a considerable boost in tourism in line with the Nowruz holidays, with over six million travelers visiting the region.
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2025-03-31 14:34
Tourism minister highlights Eid al-Fitr as opportunity for unity in Islamic World
TEHRAN – Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, extended his congratulations to the Iranian people and Muslims worldwide on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, describing it as a chance to strengthen civilizational and religious ties within the Islamic world.
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2025-03-31 10:50
Fars province leads in culture tourism during Nowruz holidays
TEHRAN – The province of Fars has emerged as the leading destination for culture tourism in Iran during the Nowruz holidays, with historical and cultural landmarks attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors. Official statistics indicate a significant surge in domestic travel, reaffirming the province’s status as a cornerstone of Iranian cultural heritage.
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2025-03-27 22:56
Khorasan Razavi earns $4.5 billion annually from intl. tourism
TEHRAN – Khorasan Razavi generates some $4.5 billion annually from international tourism, according to Seyyed Javad Mousavi, the director-general of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts for the northeastern Iranian province.
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2025-03-17 18:01
Geneva hosts exhibit of Iranian women’s art
TEHRAN—On Monday, a special exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of Iranian women began in Geneva, coinciding with the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council.
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2025-03-17 17:36
By Afshin Majlesi
Nowruz in Tehran embraces tranquility amidst urban splendor
TEHRAN - As Nowruz approaches, Tehran’s hustle and bustle gives way to serene tranquility, offering visitors a unique perspective on the Iranian capital.
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2025-03-16 16:29
Limestone cave discovered in rural yard due to land subsidence
TEHRAN - A burst water pipe in the yard of a rural house in Barzok, near the ancient city of Kashan, led to an unexpected discovery of a limestone cave.
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2025-03-16 16:25
Ancient city of Rey prepares to welcome tourists during Nowruz
TEHRAN - The ancient city of Rey, now part of Tehran, is set to host travelers and holidaymakers during the two-week Nowruz vacation, officially starting on March 21.
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2025-03-15 19:52
By Afshin Majlesi
Iran welcomes Nowruz, a season of renewal
With the countdown to Nowruz underway, Iran is buzzing with preparations for one of the most significant and cherished celebrations in Iranian culture. Millions plan to travel across the country or beyond to historical sites, natural landscapes, and family homes, while others will remain in their hometowns to observe traditional family gatherings.