tourism
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13th Handicrafts Exhibition Wrapped up in Isfahan, Showcasing Iran's Rich Artistic Heritage
The 13th Handicrafts Exhibition ended on Friday, 29th of September, in the historic city of Isfahan, drawing art enthusiasts, craftsmen, and…
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Iran sees 3.35 million foreign tourists in H1
Iran saw 3.35 million tourist arrivals in the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21), which soars 38 percent year…
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Global tourism industry rapidly recovering from negative impact of pandemic
According the latest data from UNWTO, international tourism has made significant progress in recovering from the worst crisis it has ever faced.…
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Number of tourists visiting Isfahan jumps 28%
The number of tourist arrivals in Isfahan, one of Iran’s top tourist destinations for good reason, has soared 28 percent during the first five…
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Iran to host geopark highlighting green tourism
Iran will host a geopark in Maku, which has significant geological and historical value.
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International arrivals to Iran would increase in the autumn
According to Ebrahim Pourfaraj, an Iranian tourism specialist, the country will witness a significant rise in international tourists next fall…
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Iran’s place in future of evolving halal tourism
The group of Developing Eight (D8) Islamic countries will meet in Pakistan’s mountain resort city of Murree next week to discuss strengthening…
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By Afshin Majlesi
Iran taps into neighboring markets to drive tourism growth
In a bid to boost its tourism industry, Iran has set its sights on attracting visitors mostly from neighboring countries.
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Foreign arrivals in Iran increased 50% year on year: minister
According to Ezzatollah Zarghami, the tourism minister, the Islamic Republic has welcomed around 850,000 international visitors in the first…
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Archaeologists unearth potteries dating from Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sassanid eras
Archaeologists have discovered arrays of earthen vessels estimated to date from the historical epochs of Achaemenids, Parthians, and Sassanids.
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Isfahan museums register 215,000 visits during Eid al-Fitr holidays
Cultural heritage museums and sites in Isfahan province have registered some 215,000 visits during the Eid al-Fitr holidays on April 22 and 23.
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Tehran, Riyadh consider tourism boost after seven-year hiatus
ehran and Riyadh are considering ways to widen tourism cooperation, such as easing visa procedures and re-establishing routine direct flights…
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Isfahan ready to accommodate 100,000 Noruz travelers per day
Isfahan province is getting prepared to accommodate some 100,000 travelers per day during the Noruz, Iranian New Year holidays, which officially…
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Fatima Masoumeh shrine visited by sightseers from 82 countries
Travelers from 82 countries paid visits to the holy shrine of Fatima Masoumeh (SA) during the first eleven months of the current Iranian calendar…
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Darb-e Kushk; forgotten in modern Isfahan
At the intersection of Tayeb and Mir-Damad streets, is located the remnants of Darb-e Kushk, which was once an ancient neighborhood of Isfahan,…
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Travel back in time to Persepolis, capital of mighty Achaemenid Empire
Persepolis was one of four important cities that made up the center of the mighty Achaemenid Empire that once stretched from the Indus River…
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Place-branding brings competitive advantage for Isfahan
City branding is being implemented by a growing number of city governments across Iran as a tool to promote urban and economic revitalization.
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Visit Firuzabad, once politico-cultural capital of Sassanids
Firuzabad, formerly known as Gur, was once a politico-cultural capital of the Sassanid Empire (224–651).
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Jameh Mosque of Ushturjan; a living museum of lavish decorations
Survived in excellent condition, the Jameh Mosque of Ushturjan is an amazing reminiscent of Il-khanid architecture in a town of the same name…
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Iran one of world’s safest destinations, MP says
Among the world’s top tourist destinations, Iran is one of the safest and most peaceful, a member of the Iranian parliament has said.
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Isfahan: crown jewel of Iran’s handicraft industry
Isfahan is sometimes referred to as the crown jewel of Iran’s handicraft industry, where its artisans do their best to safeguard know-how passed…
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By Afshin Majlesi
Autumn's farewell party: everyone is invited
For color enthusiasts, finding autumn gold is highly rewarding when heart-shaped leaves go glorious red, orange, and yellow.
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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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Meybod; an oasis town with subterranean watermills
The ancient city of Meybod, which is situated on the margins of a harsh desert in central Iran, has long been home to arrays of underground watermills…
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A green retreat: National Botanical Garden of Iran
A green retreat and remarkable destination for nature lovers, the National Botanical Garden of Iran embraces plans from across the globe in open…
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Yazd celebrates fifth anniversary of its UNESCO registration
On Sunday evening, hundreds of people including tourism officials, cultural heritage experts, artists, and travel insiders attended a ceremony…
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10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Iran published in Romanian
A travel guide under the title "10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Iran" was unveiled at the exhibition of Iran's Cultural Days in Romania.
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Isfahan not only known for its ancient history
Isfahan’s rich history and cultural heritage make it an attractive tourist destination. The city is famous for its handicrafts, such as silverware,…
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By Afshin Majlesi
Tehran tourism fair kicks off amid virus concerns
Early on Saturday, doors of the 15th Tehran International Tourism Exhibition opened to people as a mounting wave of coronavirus puts high hopes…
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A delicate dance of communication
While in Iran, you may pay a taxi driver the fare and he might sound confusing. The cabbie may say “Ghabeleh shoma ro nadaureh” (for you, it…