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Isfahan's schools to be greened
Children spend enormous amount of their time in schools playing games with friends or having their lunch during break-times. Combined with the…
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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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Minister of Culture: Tehran Festival Reflective of Dear Iran in Light of Cultural Justice Policy
Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance in a message celebrating the 39th round of Tehran International Short Film Festival stated, "One can…
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39th Oscar-Qualified Tehran International Short Film Festival to be Held in Iran
The 39th edition of Tehran International Short Film Festival will be held as a preliminary event for the Academy Awards, as well as an Oscar-qualified…
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Isfahan to realize rights of blind citizens
Referring to the measures taken for the welfare of the blind community, the Mayor of Isfahan said: "The Municipality has always been concerned…
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Dignity For All in Practice
Dignity for all in practice is the umbrella theme of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty for 2022-2023. The dignity of the human…
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Agritourism farms to be developed, deputy minister says
Iran’s tourism ministry plans to develop agritourism farms across the country, the deputy minister Ali-Asghar Shalbafian has said.
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Digital citizenship saves time, improves efficiency
Digital citizenship hints at the appropriate use of technology and digital tools by citizens to interact with society on any level.
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Citizenship education needs more practice in societies
Citizenship involves all walks of life working together to make positive changes to the society in which they live – locally, nationally and…
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Isfahan observing Children's Day
Children's Day in Iran is an annual celebratory occasion in honor of children; the date of celebration varies by country. International Children's…
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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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Isfahan spares no efforts in managing waste
Waste is an indespansable part of urban life which should be considered as an opportunity rather than a probem. Proper waste management is important…
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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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Iran proposed plan of sister city agreements between border cities
Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Mohammad-Mehdi Esmaeili called for establishing sister city agreements between the border cities…
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World Maritime Day
Don that sailor’s cap and put on those deck shoes because it’s time to learn about and celebrate World Maritime Day!
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Huge crowds of people hold rallies in Tehran to denounce riots, acts of sacrilege
People in the Iranian capital Tehran hold massive rallies on September 25, 2022, carrying placards and chanting slogans to denounce the latest…
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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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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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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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Isfahan's mayor becomes Secretary of World Handicrafts City office
The Mayor of Isfahan has been appointed as the Secretary of the "World Handicrafts City" office by Isfahan's Supreme Council of the Cultural…
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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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Hamed Soleimanzadeh Joins 2023 Golden Globe Awards Jury
Hamed Soleimanzadeh, an Iranian critic, researcher, instructor, and filmmaker, has been appointed as a jury member of 2023 Golden Globe Awards.…
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International Day of Charity
Any charitable donation, big or small, money or time, can go a long way to helping solve some of the world’s worst problems, such as child hunger…
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Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in St. Petersburg
Moscow might be Russia's most modern, cosmopolitan city, but St. Petersburg is the cultural and historical heart of the country. Home to the…
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Spain’s La Tomatina festival returns after pandemic pause
Thousands of revelers splattered each other with tomatoes on Wednesday, celebrating the return of Spain’s iconic La Tomatina food fight festival…