Iran tourism
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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.
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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…