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Valuable limestone cave in Iran
Caves are mysterious places in the heart of mountains that their beauties attract everybody's attention. Chal-e Nakhjir tourism destination which is one of the amazing caves in Iran is located on the way from Isfahan to Tehran, 11 kilometers northeast of Delijan town, Markazi Province.
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Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System; Masterpiece of Engineering in Ancient Times
Shushtar historical hydraulic system, which is known as a masterpiece of creativity, engineering and art, traced back to the Achaemenid period, the reign of Darius the Great, in the 5th century B.C; however, the main part of its construction dates back to the Sassanid era. This system was registered in UNESCO World Heritage List in 2009, with the registration number of 1315.
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Iran global handicraft power
The handicraft sector provides employment opportunities for young artists and promotes the economic development in targeted societies.
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Agha Noor mosque
Agha Noor mosque is located in Dardasht neighbourhood in Isfahan. Its main building which dates back to the reign of Shah Abbas I, was completed a year after his death, during the first year of Shah Safi era, 1039 A.H. A beautiful Shabestan was added to this building and some parts of the construction were decorated during the Qajar era.
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Executive Directors of 32nd International Film Festival for Children and Youth appointed
Secretary of 32nd International Film Festival for Children and Youth, Alireza Tabesh, in separated decrees has appointed Eman Hojjati and Masoud Ahmadian as the executive directors of the festival in central Province of Isfahan and Tehran respectively.
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St. Georg Church
The St. Georg church, or Gharib church is a historical church in Isfahan. After the Hakoup church, which is located inside the St. Mary church, it is the oldest church in the Julfa quarter. The building was built in 1611 C.E, by Khaje Nazar during the reign of Shah Soltan Hossein Safavid.
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Iranian children with EB victims of imposed sanctions
Iranian children suffering from epidermolysis bullosa (EB) are seriously suffering due to the shortage of wound dressings as a result of sanctions imposed by the US against Tehran.
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Restoration of Tabriz Historic Bazaar Started
The grand bazaar of Tabriz, which has been listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010, is known for its detailed brickwork and domed ceilings.
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Isfahan Park to be opened in St. Petersburg
Cultural relations between Iran and Russia officially began in 1521 in Safavid era.
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Iranians observe "Night of Destiny"
Lailat al Qadr or the Night of Destiny, marks the holiest night of the year for Muslims during which the first verses of the Holy Qur’an were revealed by the archangel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) some 14 centuries ago.
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Rescue local dolls from oblivion!
"Local dolls are part of Iran's national culture," the Director General of Isfahan's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism organization said.
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On the Occasion of Mulla Sadra's Commemoration Day
Mulla Sadra; Influential Islamic Philosopher
Mulla Sadra is the most prominent philosopher of the last four hundred years in the Muslim world; In his works, he considers the nature of reality and finds it as a pure existence. He believes that everything is comprehended by existence even nothingness.
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32nd Int’l filmfest for children, youth announces regulations, call for entries
The 32nd International Film Festival for Children and Youth has announced its regulations and call for entries aims to enhancing the cinematic products of this age bracket and introducing the top works in national and international arenas.
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Hafezieh; diamond of Shiraz
There is no way for Iranian people to hear the name of Shiraz and don’t immediately think about Hafiz. Khajeh Shamseddin Mohammad Hafez-e Shirazi, titled by Lesan-ol-Qeib, is well known due to his wonderful sonnets. The tomb of Hafiz, the great Iranian poet, is one of the most visited sites in Shiraz.
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Unique waterfall of Shahlolak in Chermahin
Chermahin County which is situated in green region of Bagh-e Bahadoran, has some seasonal and permanent waterfalls; the unique permanent waterfall which is located 5 kilometers southwest of the county, is called "Shahlolak", "Shahloran", or "Shahlora". It flows down from a mountain under the same name.
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Happy Khayyam Day
May 18 has been considered as Khayyam Day to celebrate and commemorate the world renowned Persian poet and mathematician.
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The Mayor of Isfahan
Isfahan ready to cooperate with SCO members
The meeting of Regional Heads of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Opened at Chongqing Municipality on Wednesday.
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Happy Ferdowsi's Day
Hakim Abul-Qasim Ferdowsi Tusi is the author of a book which is considered as the Persian national epic, Shahnameh (the book of kings); He wrote this wonderful masterpiece in thirty years!
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New plans of 32nd Int'l Film Festival for Children and Youth unvailed
The new secretary of 32nd International Film Festival for Children and Youth, Alireza Tabesh, unveiled his latest programs of this edition of the cinematic event.
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Mysterious Castle at Heart of Jungle
Rudkhan Castle is a brick and medieval fortress located right in the heart of a forest on the top of the small mountain, 25 km southwest of Fuman city and 50 km south of Rasht in Gilan province, Iran
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Child friendly city needs collaborative structure
"A child-friendly city is seeking to involve children in urban planning and design," an urban planning expert said.
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Silkworm seed production to increase in Iran
Deputy Director for livestock production affairs of Iran's Ministry of Agricultural Jihad said, "With the unprecedented increase in demand and distribution of silkworm seeds for the production of silkworm, it is predicted that the production of cocoons reaches to 1,400 tons this year."
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Isfahan to take bridle of landfill leachate
"Considering the organic pollution of leachate from domestic waste landfills which is hundred times more than home sewage, managing this dangerous liquid has been put on the agenda in order to prevent penetration into underground water resources and soil," the head of waste management organization of Isfahan municipality said.
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Isfahan benefits from Reverse Vending Machines
Announcing the provision of two Reverse Vending Machines (RVM) for Isfahan, the deputy of Planning, Research, and Technology of Waste Management Organization of Isfahan municipality said, "These machines accept plastic bottles from citizens and returns rewards to the users."
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Brilliant Jewish Painter;
Isfahan is the Identity of my artworks
Simultaneous with holding the exhibition of Soleyman Sasson's paintings, the Isfahani architect and painter was honored in the Museum of Contemporary Art by holding a commemoration ceremony.
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Welcome, Ramadan
Today is the beginning of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in Iran; Muslims around the world mark the first day of Ramadan by sighting of the crescent moon with the naked eye.
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Takht-e Foulad hosting Ramdan special programs
The manager of Takht-e Foulad Historical, Cultural, and Religious Complex has announced the holding of special programs in this holy cemetery during the holy month of Ramadan.
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The Ziggurat of Choga Zanbil;
Best Stepped Pyramidal Monument
Chogha Zanbil Ziggurat; the ancient Iranian masterpiece, may have been a sacred city of the Elamite kingdom which was founded around 1250 BC by the Elamite King. The city remained unfinished as Ashurbanipal invaded the region; the unused bricks at the site are the pieces of evidence. In 1979 this magnificent complex was considered as the first Iranian site on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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Curtains fall on 9th Varesh International Film Festival, Winners Announced
The 9th Varesh International Film Festival (VIFF) came to an end on Friday (May 3) and announced the full lineup of winners at Varesh Cultural, Cinematic Complex in northern city of Babol in Mazandaran Province.
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Domab village
Domab is a village in Najaf Abad County, Isfahan, which is located in a point where Khansar, Najafabad, and Golpayegan counties meet each other.