-
Leader calls national unity 'essential need', says enemies seek to sow divisions
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has underlined the need for national unity, saying the enemies are bent on sowing…
-
Thousands of Iranians observe Itikaf
Thousands of Iranian people observed the last day of Itikaf or secluded devotion, in Grand Mosques across the country.
-
Huge earthquake toppled buildings in Turkey, Syria
As the death toll from one of the worst earthquakes to hit Turkey in 100 years surpassed 500 people, rescuers are frantically searching for survivors…
-
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,…
-
Happy Father's Day
Iranians worldwide celebrate the national Father's Day on the birth anniversary of the 1st Imam of Shia Muslims, Imam Ali (PBUH), which fall…
-
Lunar New Year 2023 in pictures
The Lunar New Year, traditionally regarded as the most significant celebration in the Chinese calendar, is being celebrated by millions of families…
-
By Afshin Majlesi
Vibrant colors of heritage
Isfahan has long been home to dye workshops where fashionable fabrics are created utilizing traditional methods.
-
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…
-
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.
-
New Year’s Eve in a city where domes dominate sky
Isfahan is known as the city of turquoise domes, standing tall against the backdrop of a blue sky.
-
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…
-
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.
-
9th Duhok International Film Fest Winners Announced
The winners of various competition categories of World Cinema and Kurdish Cinema in the 9th edition of the Duhok International Film Festival…
-
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…