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By Afshin Majlesi
Gaz, a nougat that makes you surprised and impressed!
Remarkably similar to French nougat, Gaz is perhaps one of the most unusual delicacies in the world when it comes to sweets. It has a robust…
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Khan-e Eje-i:
A peaceful retreat to be overwhelmed by Persian arts
Isfahan has long been home to prominent figures, gifted artisans, and wealthy merchants, whose footprints may be traced in superb houses left…
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By Afshin Majlesi
The stories hidden in the ancient craft of Ghalamzani
Home to UNESCO-protected marvels and architectural masterpieces, Isfahan is also legendary for its meticulous artisans honing skills even for…
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39th TISFF Winners Announced; Spain's "Descartes" to enter 2023 Academy Awards
The closing ceremony of the 39th edition of the Tehran International Film Festival was held in Milad Tower of Tehran's international conventions…
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The Funniest Finalists of the 2022 Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards
The Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards has announced the shortlisted images from its 2022 competition. The 40 images have been whittled down from thousands…
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Ancient ice houses; Persian architectural masterpieces
Many millennia ago, the ancients perfectly knew how to make and store ice during the warm days. This practice was carried out through a creative…
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Isfahan home to delicate art of filigree
Isfahan is home to many well trained craftsmen who practice the delicate art of filigree.
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Let's taste Malayer's edible gold
For Iran with a heritage of cultivation and harvesting of grapes, the annual grape harvest of Malayer is an excellent time of year. Iran’s grapes…
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Happy First Day of School
The first day of school brings a mixed emotions to students and parents. Kids are excited about the new friends and the atmosphere and anxious…
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Persian gold-work embroidery impressive for its daintiness
The art of needlework with metallic golden thread is one of the most luxurious embroidery techniques that once accessible only to the wealthy…
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Imam Hussain welcomes more than 20 million Muslims
Shia pilgrims converged in the holy city of Karbala to pay tribute to Imam Hussain on the occasion on Arbaeen which marks the end of a 40-day…
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Iran's Rasht never fails to impress
Enchanting, lovely, and captivating are just a few words to describe Rasht. The diverse city is saturated with picturesque landscapes and rich…
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Demonstration of pure love to Imam Hussein in pictures
Millions of Iranian Shia pilgrims made a religious trek from the southern borders of the country to the holy city of Karbala to mark the end…
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Arbaeen walk; symbol of devotion to Imam Hussein
At Iran's multiple border crossings with Iraq, a terrific number of pilgrims surge forward to one of the biggest religious pilgrimages on the…
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Swing of art on gravestones
Pine trees are the only living creatures that dance in the breeze among the headstones of the historical Armenian cemetery in Isfahan. Across…
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Dance of thread and gold on fabric
Brocade is a very fine and expensive fabric that its warps and wefts are made of pure silk and colored silk respectively; one of the wefts is…
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Muslims across the world mark Ashura with mourning rituals
Shiite Muslims commemorated the 10th day of the Islamic month of Muharram, also known as Ashura, which marks the anniversary of the martyrdom…
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Iranian Muslims observed Ashura
Millions of Iranians across the country observed Ashura, which commemorates the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (AS), to remind the world…
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Iranian mothers pay tribute to Hazrat Ali Asghar
Iranian mothers participated in "Hazrat Ali-Asghar" mourning ceremonies nationwide while bringing their unweaned babies clad in green and white…
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Flash floods dampened dried-up Gavkhooni wetland
Wetlands are important natural environments that provide numerous advantages for wildlife and people. Providing habitats for many different organisms,…
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Islamic cities clad in black paying homage to Imam Hussain
Shiʿi Muslims observe the first 10 days of Muḥarram month (the period during which the tragic battle of Karbala occurred) by arranging mourning…
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Tash-Gozari; symbol of Imam Hussain's liberality
The ritual of Tash-Gozari is one of the oldest Islamic rites that a large number of Iran's Azeri Turks practice it as the symbol of the beginning…
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Iran held 10-kilometer Eid al-Ghadir celebration
Shia Muslims in Iran and other countries are celebrated Eid al-Ghadir, the most important festive occasion on the Islamic calendar.
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Hajj ends officially as last batches of pilgrims leave Mina
Nearly half of around 900,000 pilgrims, who stayed back in Mina Monday night to perform the stoning ritual for the fourth consecutive day, threw…
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Millions of Muslims celebrate the feast of Sacrifice
All Muslims across the world celebrated the religious holiday of Eid al-Adha yesterday. The occasion which is also known as the Feast of Sacrifice,…
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Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat
Hundreds of thousands of Muslim pilgrims clad in white robes have gathered at the sacred hill of Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia following an eight-mile…
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Isfahan engulfed in thick layers of dust
Residents of Iran's Isfahan are battling high pollution levels and extreme temperatures due to an unusual dust haze blanketing the city.
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Citizens! It's time to play outside
There is a long tradition of holding cultural and entertainment events in Isfahan's public spaces, and in recent years the number of celebrations…
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Tree vandalism violation of green space regulations
Greenery near sidewalks and high traffic areas are susceptible to get damaged as there are some visitors who disregard 'Garden Etiquette' towards…
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Isfahan's Komshecheh home of traditional breads
Bread is a staple food of billions of people for 30,000 years. There is archaeological evidence of flour from that time, which was likely processed…