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2025-01-25 17:54
UN Tourism chief visits Iran’s pavilion at FITUR 2025
TEHRAN - Zurab Pololikashvili, the Secretary-General of the UN Tourism, formerly known as UNWTO, visited the Iranian pavilion during the opening of the 45th International Tourism Trade Fair aka FITUR 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
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2025-01-01 17:23
Intl. tourism in Iran sees modest recovery, still 37% below pre-pandemic levels
TEHRAN - Iran hosted over 3.1 million foreign tourists in the first half of 2024, a 37% drop compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, according to updated figures from the UN Tourism.
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2024-12-14 18:24
Tchogha Zanbil’s landscape architecture examined by urban students
TEHRAN – UNESCO-listed Tchogha Zanbil has recently hosted an on-site workshop dedicated to landscape architecture and phenomenological interpretation of the magnificent ziggurat, which is located in Khuzestan province, southwest Iran.
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2024-11-13 17:57
Esfahak named one of UN Tourism’s Best Tourism Villages for 2024
TEHRAN – The historical village of Esfahak, nestled in Iran’s South Khorasan province, has achieved international recognition by being named one of the Best Tourism Villages for 2024 by UN Tourism.
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2024-11-11 17:06
Fahraj becomes Iran’s first accessible tourist village
TEHRAN - The ancient village of Fahraj, located in Yazd province, has been designated Iran’s first accessible tourism village, making it a welcoming destination for elderly and disabled visitors, according to the provincial tourism chief.
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2024-11-01 17:01
By Hani Rastegaran, tourism expert
Development of Iran’s tourism industry and dealing with Iranophobia
The perception of countries by people around the world is one of the determining factors in the level of psychological and mental security regarding the entry of capital, services, and social and cultural development in those countries.
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2024-10-18 17:56
European cyclists promote peace, echo Iran’s safety, official says
TEHRAN - Iran is currently hosting a group of European motorcyclist tourists, known as “international peace ambassadors,” in a symbolic event that reflects the country’s high level of security and hospitality on the global stage, a tourism official has said.
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2024-10-14 17:26
Bahrain to host UN World Forum on gastronomy tourism
TEHRAN - The 9th edition of the UN World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism will take place in Manama, Bahrain, from November 18 to 19.
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2024-09-27 17:59
By Afshin Majlesi
Tourism as a bridge to peace and understanding
As we celebrate World Tourism Day 2024 under the theme “Tourism and Peace,” it is crucial to reflect on the profound role that the sector plays not only in economic development but also in promoting peace, mutual understanding, and reconciliation among nations.
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2024-09-23 18:11
By Afshin Majlesi
17th-century Imam Mosque in Isfahan at serious risk
TEHRAN - Isfahan’s historical Masjed-e Jameh Abbasi, also known as the Imam Mosque, is facing a looming crisis, with its structural integrity severely threatened by deep cracks caused by land subsidence and prolonged drought.
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2024-09-21 17:46
Golestan Palace hosts special tour for the hearing-impaired
TEHRAN - In a bid to make cultural heritage sites more accessible, the UNESCO-listed Golestan Palace organized a specialized tour for deaf visitors on Friday, as part of the International Week of the Deaf celebrations.
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2024-09-16 17:58
Climate change impact on Iran’s cultural heritage debated by task force
TEHRAN – On Monday, the first meeting of the Climate Change and Cultural Heritage Task Force was convened in Tehran.
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2024-08-28 18:31
Restoration efforts underway in Kandovan ahead of UN registration anniversary
TEHRAN - Restoration work has begun in Kandovan, a historic village known for its unique cone-shaped, stone-carved houses, as part of efforts to eliminate unauthorized architectural interventions and enhance the village’s visual harmony.
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2024-08-10 18:15
Eastern Iranian villages nominated for UNESCO label
TEHRAN – Three villages in Iran’s South Khorasan Province have been selected to vie with other candidates for UNESCO’s “Best Tourism Villages” in 2025.
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2024-07-26 17:21
By Afshin Majlesi
Iran’s tourism shifts: former deputy minister shares insights
TEHRAN - The international tourism scene has shown a remarkable recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the story seems somewhat different when it comes to Iran.
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2024-07-01 18:09
Intl. handicraft center to be set up within Risbaf Factory
TEHRAN – Breathing new life into Isfahan’s historical Risbaf Factory, which had been closed since the 2000s, an international handicraft center is planned to be established within the business unit.
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2024-06-23 17:26
Sustainable rural tourism high on agenda, says deputy minister
TEHRAN – Deputy Tourism Minister Ali-Asghar Shalbafian has emphasized the importance of developing rural tourism in a way that minimizes environmental, social, and cultural drawbacks.
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2024-06-12 17:31
UN Tourism Council pays homage to martyred Iranian president
TEHRAN – In the opening session of the Executive Council of UN Tourism, the organization’s Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, asked the attendees to observe a minute of silence in honor of the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi who was martyred in a helicopter crash last month.
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2024-05-21 09:47
UN Tourism Chief offers condolences following demise of President Raisi in helicopter crash
TEHRAN – The UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili has sent a condolence message to Iran over the death of President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions in a helicopter crash on Sunday.
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2024-04-23 17:17
By Afshin Majlesi
Dry river, sinking city: urgent measures needed to save Isfahan’s heritage
Accompanied by a group of journalists, we recently embarked on a journey to explore the Zayandeh-Rud river, tracing its origins near Zard-Kuh, a sub-range in the central Zagros range in Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province, all the way to the ancient city of Isfahan.
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2024-04-16 18:06
Maymand to enjoy tourism boom if it wins UN Tourism label
TEHRAN – Kerman province’s tourism chief has expressed optimism about the potential tourism boom for Maymand Village, a UNESCO-registered site if it secures a prestigious label from the UN Tourism as an exceptional rural tourism destination.
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2024-04-13 18:01
Iran’s rural tourism: eight villages vie for UN recognition
TEHRAN – As this year’s UN Tourism deadline to submit applications for the best tourism villages evaluation draws near [April 24], Iran has nominated eight most qualified villages to vie for global recognition.
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2024-03-06 18:08
Eying a UN label, Bisheh to host festival dedicated to nature lovers
TEHRAN – Iran’s Bisheh, which is nominated for UN Tourism’s list of the best tourism villages, is set to host a special festival intended to promote its tourist appeal for nature lovers.
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2024-02-13 22:49
Tehran mayor expresses readiness to host UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism
TEHRAN - In a pivotal announcement, the mayor of Tehran, Alireza Zakani, has revealed the city's proactive readiness to host the forthcoming UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism.
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2024-02-12 19:13
Raisi discusses Iran’s vast capacities in meeting with UN tourism chief
TEHRAN - In a high-profile meeting with the Secretary-General of the UN World Tourism Organization, the Iranian President underscored the pivotal role of the tourism industry, emphasizing the imperative for the organization to spotlight Iran's cultural, civilizational, and tourist assets on the global stage.
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2024-01-31 17:33
Iran to implement visa waiver for 32 countries on Feb. 4
TEHRAN – Iran’s unilateral abolition of visa requirements for citizens of 32 countries is set to take effect on February 4.
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2024-01-28 18:49
UNWTO transforms into ‘UN Tourism’ to signal a new era
TEHRAN - The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is embracing a transformative era as it unveils its new name and brand: UN Tourism.
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2024-01-28 18:23
UN Tourism chief welcomes Iran’s decision to abolish visas for 33 countries
TEHRAN – Zurab Pololikashvili, the Secretary-General of the UN Tourism, formerly (UNWTO), has warmly welcomed Iran’s decision to cancel visas with 33 countries, expressing optimism about a vibrant future for tourism for the ancient country.