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2025-01-28 18:07

Qasemabad: a village woven with tradition and color

TEHRAN – Situated in the rural district of Rudsar county in Gilan province, south of the Caspian Sea, Qasemabad is a village synonymous with lush nature and craftsmanship. For centuries, it has been celebrated for its unique tradition of weaving Chador Shab, a vibrant, geometrically patterned fabric that represents both artistic heritage and daily life in northern Iran.

2024-12-16 17:47

Chogha Golan: archaeologists shed new light on origins of village life in central Zagros region

TEHRAN - Chogha Golan, a Neolithic archaeological site located in the foothills of the Zagros Mountains in Ilam province, has yielded significant findings during the second season of excavations.

2024-11-23 18:01

Restoration of historical pigeon tower completed in Isfahan province

TEHRAN - The restoration of the iconic Chehel Borj (“Forty Towers”) pigeon tower in the village of Kalisan, located in Falavarjan county of Isfahan province, has been successfully completed.

2024-11-17 17:42

FIFA president highlights football field in northern Iranian village

TEHRAN - FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spotlighted a humble yet spirited village football field in Iran, capturing the hearts of football enthusiasts worldwide.

2024-11-11 22:19

Israel fails to occupy a single village in Lebanon

TEHRAN - Lebanon’s Hezbollah resistance movement has thrown a spotlight on the failure of Israel’s ground offensive in the Mediterranean country.

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.

2024-10-29 08:10

Padeh: a village frozen in time

TEHRAN - Nestled on the northern edge of a barren desert, Padeh is a hidden gem in Semnan province that beckons history enthusiasts and adventurous travelers alike.

2024-10-18 18:01

Construction of a massive mudbrick structure started in Esfahak

TEHRAN - In the historical and touristic village of Esfahak, located in Tabas county of South Khorasan province, a massive mudbrick structure is currently under construction, marking a significant step in the preservation and revival of traditional architecture.

2024-09-21 17:34

Shahrestanak: a gem of nature and history near Tehran

TEHRAN - Nestled within the Alborz Mountain range, Shahrestanak is a charming village that perfectly blends natural beauty with cultural heritage.

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.

2024-06-23 17:32

4 villages, 3 cities named national handicraft hubs

TEHRAN – On Sunday, the national registration of four Iranian villages and three cities as handicraft hubs was announced by Maryam Jalali Dehkordi, the deputy minister of handicrafts and traditional arts.

From Sanandaj to Uraman: highlights of a road trip through kordestan

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.

2024-05-21 17:40

Empowering rural communities: UN Tourism launches STAR assessment tool

TEHRAN – Aimed to boost sustainable tourism in rural areas, UN Tourism has launched the UN Tourism Self-assessment Tool to Assist Rural Destinations, known as STAR.

2024-05-04 17:48

6 must-visit villages near Tehran during spring season

TEHRAN – In spring, the villages surrounding Tehran become exquisite destinations to explore.

2024-04-20 18:11

Hezar-Daf Festival reverberates musical legacy of Kordestan

TEHRAN - The echoes of the ancient melodies resonated, in Palangan, one of the Kordestan’s oldest villages, enriching the spirits of thousands of fellow countrymen.

2024-04-16 18:11

Kandovan village: East Azarbaijan's tourist magnet

TEHRAN - During the Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr holidays, Kandovan, shining in UN Tourism's tentative list of best villages, stood out as a popular tourist spot.

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.

2024-04-13 18:11

South Khorasan shines bright with rural destinations

TEHRAN – Situated in the eastern part of Iran, South Khorasan holds 14 approved target destination villages, which makes the province a delightful station for travel lovers.

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.

Jiria: a lesser-known village of exquisite carpets

2024-04-08 17:47

By Elahe Seyfodin

Jiria: a lesser-known village of exquisite carpets

2024-03-10 17:58

Agritourism in Mazandaran: fusing medicinal plant production with sustainable income

TEHRAN - Mazandaran, a picturesque province nestled along the southern coast of the Caspian Sea, has long been celebrated for its fertile lands and favorable climate.

2024-03-08 16:57

ICOMOS evaluators satisfied with Masuleh's path to UNESCO registration

TEHRAN – Visiting assessors affiliated with the International Council on Monuments and Sites have expressed their satisfaction with the development of a dossier dedicated to the possible UNESCO registration of Masuleh, an ancient village in northern Iran.

2024-03-05 17:36

Masuleh possible UNESCO label: assessors investigating capacities

TEHRAN – As a momentous step, an expert team from the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) has arrived in Masuleh to assess the historical and cultural potential of the ancient village for possible UNESCO registration.

2024-02-27 18:11

Khuzestan prepares to welcome Nowruz travelers

TEHRAN – Tens of villages in Khuzestan province are targeted to host tourists as the spring holidays are on their way.

2024-01-21 17:32

Waterfall, long-lived tree named national heritage in Hamedan

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has registered a waterfall and a long-lived mulberry tree on the national list for natural heritage.

2024-01-13 17:51

Varkaneh Village, stone homes & natural beauty await

TEHRAN -- When you step into the village of Varkaneh, you may feel a fundamental difference because its houses, streets, and everything else are made and adorned with stone.

Interview: expert explores women’s role in Persian carpet weaving

2024-01-07 18:21

By Afshin Majlesi

Interview: expert explores women’s role in Persian carpet weaving

ISFAHAN – The art of carpet weaving has been an integral part of Iranian culture and tradition with many women as its silent heroes for centuries.

The necessity of community-centric tourism development

2023-12-02 17:49

By Afshin Majlesi

The necessity of community-based tourism development

For millennia, events have been an inseparable facet of the Iranian culture, predominantly when it comes to natural occurrences triggered by seasonal changes. Originating from small rural and tribal entities, such community-based reunions have expanded, thrived, and passed down from generation to generation to convey a message of warmth and kindness.