Iran tourism
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Dust off childhood memories by visiting nostalgic house of Majid's tales
One of the most well-liked figures among Iranian children, teenagers, and even adults of all generations is Majid, the protagonist of The Tales…
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Increased Russian travel to Iran anticipated in fall
The Russian Union of Travel Industry predicts that demand for vacations to Iran will increase as the high fall season draws near and that the…
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Iran's COVID-19 travel restrictions lifted
Passengers traveling to Iran are no longer subject to any COVID travel restrictions.
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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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Iran names eight villages for UNWTO status
Iran has nominated eight rural villages as final candidates for a special label given by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), which recognizes…
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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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According to the deputy minister, Iran's tourist earnings reached $6.2 billion last year
Speaking during a travel convention hosted in the historic city of Tabriz, Shalbafian stated, "According to the [latest] report of the World…
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Art of traditional broom making
Although technology have mostly made the broom-making industry outdated, people still produce brooms by hand in some parts of the world.
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Tourist exchange between Iran, Egypt to restart after 44-year gap
Tourist exchange between Iran and Egypt is scheduled to begin after a 44-year hiatus, according to an Iranian tourism official.
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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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Behind the scenes of harvesting Safflower in Isfahan's Bersian
Safflower was a key crop in ancient Egypt, and it eventually spread to Greece, China, and even Spain. For ages, it was used to color clothes,…
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Subterranean city in Tafresh added to national heritage list
a sizable subterranean city in Tafresh, central Iran, has just been added to the national heritage list.
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Isfahan’s Qalamkari gains place on World Crafts Council list
Qalamkari of Isfahan, an ancient way of printing themes on fabrics, has made it onto the World Crafts Council’s list of cultural heritage.
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World Handicrafts Day/ Isfahan global city of handicrafts
The greatest time to praise and recognize Iranian artisans who work tirelessly to share their country's rich artistic heritage with the rest…
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The Great Wall of Gorgan: an ancient marvel of military construction
Ancient great walls are among the most recognizable wonders humans constructed centuries ago.
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Discover Isfahan in spring
Spring is a wonderful time to explore the cultural capital of Iran, Isfahan, which is known for its breathtaking architecture and incredible…
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Step into timelessness: explore the wonders of Jameh Mosque
A busy place of worship, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan is a top destination for sightseers, history buffs, and researchers. Some say it is a veritable…
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By Afshin Majlesi
A symphony of scents and carnival flair, the rosewater festival is beyond compare
Once more, the merriments of the fragrant roses take center stage in Kashan and the lands beyond as petals are plucked with gentle care and glee…
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Yazd hopes to lure Chinese travelers
Yazd province, whose capital is a UNESCO World Heritage, pursues a scheme to lure more travelers from China.
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By Afshin Majlesi
Going beyond the ordinary: discover the joy of painting on glass
The art of painting on crystal and glass is a highly skilled craft practiced for centuries in the ancient city of Isfahan.
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Rageh Canyon: a must-visit for adventure seekers
Canyons offer a unique and thrilling experience, such as navigating through narrow gorges, rappelling down waterfalls, and swimming through pools…
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Kordestan; land of springs and waterfalls
Kordestan province is home to towering mountains, wide valleys, and gushing waterfalls.
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Isfahan popular tourist destination during Nowruz
Necessary arrangements for hosting travelers during Nowruz holidays have been made in Isfahan.
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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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Kashan: desert city of rose-water and atmospheric places
The ancient city of Kashan, which sits where Iran’s vast desert, Dasht-e Kavir, begins, has long been famed for its traditional rose-water destination…
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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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Cemeteries as tourist attraction: Ibn Babawayh
Tramping through the nearby cemetery might not be your first choice when considering enjoyable outings.