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2024-09-09 18:17
By Afshin Majlesi
From salt domes to sand sculptures: Iran’s geological gems await
TEHRAN – Imagine exploring a land where geological wonders stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the most renowned natural sites in the world.
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2024-09-08 17:37
Discover world’s largest natural ‘plant pots’
TEHRAN – Within and on the margins of the UNESCO-registered Lut Desert stand some of the most extraordinary natural formations in the world; the nabkhas.
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2024-06-17 17:43
Urgent need for attention: land subsidence threatens Naqsh-e Rustam
TEHRAN - Alireza Askari Chaverdi, the director of the Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rustam historical sites, has reported a critical funding cut for Persepolis while emphasizing the necessity of treating the land subsidence crisis at Naqsh-e Rustam as an international project.
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2024-06-14 18:26
By Afshin Majlesi
From Sanandaj to Uraman: highlights of a road trip through kordestan
TEHRAN – Visiting Kordestan is a wonderful opportunity to experience a unique culture and meet people who proudly preserve their rich heritage.
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2024-04-15 18:20
Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari: Nowruz draws tens of thousands of travelers
TEHRAN – As the three-day Eid al-Fitr holidays officially came to an end following the two-week Nowruz holidays, statistics bring to light that Iran’s Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari lodged approximately 75,000 travelers in 30 days.
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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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2024-02-19 17:41
By Afshin Majlesi
Discover mesmerizing tale behind stone-adorned trees!
TEHRAN - If you find yourself venturing into the deserts of Kerman, southern Iran, don’t miss the opportunity to take a 30-mile detour to witness the extraordinary Bagh-e Sangi (“The Garden of Stones”).
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2024-01-19 17:24
By Afshin Majlesi
Embrace nature’s symphony with eco-lodges!
Envision waking up to the melody of birdsong and the gentle rustle of leaves—a rejuvenating departure from the usual urban routine!
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2023-11-19 17:55
Taq-e Bostan: cable car installation strongly opposed for sake of UNESCO label
TEHRAN - The director of Taq-e Bostan, a treasured ancient site in western Iran, has voiced disapproval about the installation of a cable car, saying it will pose an obstacle to a possible UNESCO registration.
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2023-11-13 16:32
Iranian nomads launch major tourism festival
TEHRAN – َOn Monday, tens of nomads from various Iranian provinces launched a major festival to highlight their cultural heritage and tourism magnetism.
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2023-11-11 17:38
100 Ecotourism Trails of Iran gets English translation
TEHRAN – An English version of the book “100 Ecotourism Trails of Iran” has been published for lovers of the natural heritage of the country.
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2023-11-04 17:32
By Afshin Majlesi
Green tourism: new frontier for sustainable travel in Iran
TEHRAN – As Iran looks to fully recover from the impact of the pandemic on its travel industry, new investments can provide a path toward sustainable tourism.
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2023-07-22 18:30
100 Iranian villages to be shortlisted for tourism development
TEHRAN —100 lesser-known Iranian villages will be shortlisted for tourism development to help boost local economies and reverse the flow of people into the cities.
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2023-07-18 21:00
Iran’s Maku aims to establish geopark to promote sustainable tourism
TEHRAN - Maku Free Zone Organization has approved a plan to establish a geopark in the northwestern Iranian region, which possesses considerable geological and historical significance.
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2023-05-02 21:16
Masal: an enchanting destination covered by tranquil mist all year round
TEHRAN – Having a rich greenery of grass and trees, Masal in Iran’s northern Gilan province is a popular destination for holidaymakers and nature lovers. It also is a gateway to charming villages and stunning landscapes nearby.
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2023-04-26 21:02
Mazandaran: a picture-perfect destination for nature lovers
TEHRAN – Sometimes referred to as a “paradise in the North”, Mazandaran province is a precious gem in Iran's tourism industry.
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2023-04-18 21:52
Rageh Canyon: a must-visit for adventure seekers
TEHRAN – Canyons offer a unique and thrilling experience, such as navigating through narrow gorges, rappelling down waterfalls, and swimming through pools of water for those who love adventure and the great outdoors.
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2023-04-07 21:30
Sistan-Baluchestan visited by two million vacationers
TEHRAN – More than two million travelers arrived in Sistan-Baluchestan province during the Noruz holidays, which officially started on March 21.
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2023-03-11 22:00
44 Lorestan villages selected for tourism
TEHRAN – Lorestan tourism directorate has selected 44 local villages as emerging destinations for holidaymakers and nature lovers.
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2023-03-06 18:41
Ramsar geopark seeks international fame
TEHRAN – The lush green Ramsar county in northern Iran, which is home to countless natural landscapes, seeks to gain international fame as a geopark, Ramsar’s tourism chief said on Monday.
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2023-02-11 19:26
By Afshin Majlesi
On two wheels: 10 best bike routes in Iran
TEHRAN - The main appeal of a bicycle is that, in its most basic form, it is merely a very effective method of transportation for humans.
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2022-12-30 19:45
By Afshin Majlesi
Rig-e Jenn: the bizarre land of elves!
TEHRAN – Whoever named it Rig-e Jenn, may have been deeply troubled by ghosts and the devil there in the heart of the Iranian plateau.
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2022-01-28 18:59
Landscape project to trim UNESCO-designated tower
TEHRAN – A landscape project will soon commence on the UNESCO-registered Gonbad-e Qabus and its surroundings in northern Iran.