Iran tourism
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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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By Afshin Majlesi
Vibrant colors of heritage
Isfahan has long been home to dye workshops where fashionable fabrics are created utilizing traditional methods.
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By Afshin Majlesi
Crafts; ancient method of underglaze
One of the earliest methods of pottery decoration still being used today in Iran is underglaze. Similar to painting and drawing, underglaze allows…
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By Afshin Majlesi
Khatamkari experts breathe new life into objects
For centuries, Isfahan has been a leading hub for Khatamkari experts who breathe new life into objects with intricate inlays.
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By Afshin Majlesi
Meet farmers who harvest crop more costly than gold
It is early morning in a saffron field, northeast Iran, where dozens of farmers are gathering delicate purple flowers as many as they can before…
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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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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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2,700-year-old military fortress unearthed in northeast Iran
Archaeologists have recently unearthed the ruins of a prehistorical fortress, estimated to date some 2,700 years in Tepe Rivi, northeast Iran.
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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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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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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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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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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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Ab-Anbar; Iran's ancient water resources engineering
No matter how much applied science and technology advance with time, humans craving for water is never likely to change. Today, there is no need…
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Geotourism still has untapped potential in Iran
Geotourism is an important sector in Iran due to the country’s special geological structure, an official with the tourism ministry has said.
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Isfahan's Ghalamkari art in pictures
One of the most captivating scenes described by travelers who recollect the memories of their beloved city of Isfahan is the image of the colorful…
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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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Delicate art of carpet weaving
Anyone knowing about carpets, rugs and the like would point to Iran as the birthplace of the art where the oldest hand-knotted carpet dating…
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Iranian farmers on paddy fields
Transplanting is a common method of planting rice in puddled fields. Such crop-establishment method requires much more labor compared to direct…
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Isfahan; city of blue Islamic tiles
If you’ve ever visited Iran's historical cities, in particular Isfahan, you’ve probably been wowed by the blue tiles lining the mosques in the…
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Iran's pink mosque
You can find Nasir-Al Molk Mosque, known as the Pink Mosque, in the city of orange blossom, Shiraz. This historical masterpiece lies in Nasir…
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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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Top destinations around the world for 2022
While there is still much more to be done or resolved before the pandemic over, many adventurers are hopeful that 2022 is the year they'll finally…
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Cultivation of tourism in the countryside
In recent years, an increasing number of travelers are looking for something different such as spending a day in tranquil countryside, picking…