pomegranate

2025-12-22 17:45

Archaeologist says pomegranate origin traces back to the Iranian plateau

TEHRAN--Pomegranate is not only a plant native to the Iranian plateau, but also a symbol of civilization that has been present in Iranian culture as a symbol of fertility, blessing, and continuity of life, at least since the Iron Age until today, and rituals such as Yalda Night are a direct continuation of this ancient tradition.

2025-12-21 18:04

Yalda Night, a symbol of human connection with nature, production and cultural identity

TEHRAN--Yalda represents deep connection of Iranians with nature, production, and cultural identity that has been passed down from generation to generation, said Mohammad-Hassan Mohebali, who is an eternal figure in cultural heritage.

2025-11-29 17:34

Pomegranate Festival begins in Saveh

TEHRAN—Saveh’s Fourth National Pomegranate Festival, hosted by the historic Jameh Mosque of Saveh, began on Saturday with the presence of national and provincial officials, agricultural activists, and gardeners from across the country.

2025-11-21 17:33

Paveh holds pomegranate harvest thanksgiving celebration

TEHRAN--The third pomegranate harvest thanksgiving celebration was held in Satiari village, Paveh county, Kermanshah province, on Thursday with the attendance of several thousands of tourists.

Where the pomegranate blooms: Its place in Iranian life

2025-10-29 17:16

By Afshin Majlesi

Where the pomegranate blooms: Its place in Iranian life

If you visit Iran in autumn, you’ll find every greengrocer glowing with shades of red and gold! It’s a season that belongs to one fruit above all others: the pomegranate, or Anar as it’s lovingly called in Persian.

2025-10-15 16:23

Dezpart Pomegranate Festival to boost local tourism

TEHRAN--The third Pomegranate Festival of Dezpart county in Khuzestan province will be held on Thursday, in Tang-e Qaf (Qaf Strait) tourist area, to introduce the agricultural potential, especially the high-quality pomegranate product of the region, as well as showcasing the local culture and customs.

2025-09-02 16:53

Isfahan tourism festival begins with 90 events

TEHRAN— An enormous tourism festival in Isfahan has commenced to highlight the endless charms of the province, whose capital of the same name was the seat of power in the 17th century.

2024-11-11 15:41

Pomegranate harvest in Shiraz

Qasreddasht neighborhood in the city of Shiraz, Fars province, is one of the main producers of pomegranate in the country.

2024-04-05 17:28

Anar county welcomes double its population for Nowruz

TEHRAN – Situated in the northern part of Kerman province, Anar county has accommodated 74,276 travelers which is twice Its population in the course of the Nowruz holidays.