Siah-Chador weaving in South Khorasan, from nomadic tradition to economic opportunities

TEHRAN--In the vast deserts of eastern Iran, where life is tied to the harsh climate, a long-standing art still breathes; an art that not only creates shelter, but also narrates the history, identity, and sustainability of a culture. Siah-Chador weaving (weaving the black tents) by the nomads of South Khorasan province is on verge of a new development today; a development that can link this indigenous heritage from nomadic habitats to national and even global markets.

26 Golestan events added to national tourism calendar

TEHRAN – Some 26 tourism events of Golestan province have been included in Iran's National Tourism Events Calendar.

Ilam’s Sarcham hill, a place of settlement from prehistoric to historical eras, says archaeologist

TEHRAN--Initial studies show that human settlement was established in the hill of Sarcham in Holeylan county, Ilam province, from prehistoric to historical eras, as well as the Bronze Age.

Iran police seize 15 ancient Parthian coins in Darrehshahr

TEHRAN – Iranian police have seized 15 historical coins believed to date back to the Parthian era in Darrehshahr, Ilam province.

Iran’s Free Zones prepared to receive Nowruz travelers

TEHRAN—Iran’s Free Zones are prepared to receive Nowruz travelers.

Story of Iranian hospitality: When home becomes haven of warmth and love

TEHRAN--In Iranian culture, a guest is considered the ‘beloved of God’, someone whose presence brings blessing, joy, and closeness of hearts. This belief is rooted not only in proverbs and poetry but also in the daily behavior of the people.

Five more natural relics of Zanjan registered as national monuments

TEHRAN--With registration of five more natural relic, the total number of national natural monuments of Zanjan province has reached 32.

Toos can introduce Iranian-Islamic culture to the world: ICRO director

TEHRAN--The historical city of Toos in Khorasan Razavi province is one of Iran's cultural and heritage capacities that can introduce Iranian-Islamic culture to the world.

'Cultural heritage and tourism, strategic necessities for Hormozgan’s sustainable development'

TEHRAN--Cultural heritage and tourism sectors are strategic necessities for the future of Hormozgan province that requires comprehensive and transformation-oriented planning.

Boundaries of Bukan’s Qalaichi site approved

TEHRAN--The boundaries of Qalaichi archaeological site in Bukan, West Azarbaijan province, were approved by Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts for global registration.

Gilan Rural Heritage Museum: a window to culture and life of ancestors

TEHRAN--The Rural Heritage Museum, nestled in the lush forests of Gilan, is a window to the simple and authentic life of rural people of this land in the past century.

UNESCO-listed Yazd resumes restoration projects, official says

TEHRAN -- Currently, with prioritization of cultural heritage projects, the reactivation of stalled projects, and the focus on global registration commitments, a new path has been opened to preserve Yazd's historical identity and strengthen the city's cultural tourism.

Special plan approved for restoration of historical texture of Hamedan

TEHRAN-- A special plan for preservation and restoration of the historical-cultural texture of Hamedan has been approved.

Fars plans to make historical sites, traditional accommodation centers suitable for disabled, elderl

TEHRAN – Although the adaptation of hotels and accommodation centers in Fars province for the disabled and elderly has been completed to some extent, and tourism investors are particularly concerned that the principles are observed in construction of new centers, historical sites and traditional accommodation centers still face problems in this regard.

Tabas Salt Lake added to national natural heritage list

TEHRAN – The Tabas Salt Lake in South Khorasan province has currently been registered on Iran’s national natural heritage list following approval by the National Council for Registration of Natural Heritage, a provincial official said.

National wrestling hall of fame opens to public in Tehran

TEHRAN – Iran’s National wrestling hall of fame (aka national wrestling honors museum) opened to the public in Tehran on Saturday.

Desert village Qaleh Bala moves closer to possible UN label

TEHRAN – Cultural heritage authorities in Shahroud have finalized a dossier to nominate the village of Qaleh Bala in Semnan province for inscription by the UN Tourism, a local official said on Saturday.

Soltaniyeh to hold National Iranology Conference of Zanjan

TEHRAN--National Iranology Conference of Zanjan province will be held focusing on history, culture, and arts of Soltaniyeh city at the Soltaniyeh World Heritage Base.

New legal measures under consideration to curb graffiti at Persepolis

TEHRAN – Iranian authorities plan to intensify legal action against graffiti and vandalism at the UNESCO-listed site of Persepolis, a provincial official said on Friday.

Minister suggests formation of spiritual tourism triangle in Semnan province

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, on Thursday called for the formation of a spiritual tourism triangle stretching from Shahroud to the capital city of Semnan, during a visit to eastern Semnan province.

Damghan proposed as hub for eastern Iran civilizational studies

TEHRAN– Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts on Thursday called for Damghan in Semnan province to be developed into a center for civilizational studies in eastern Iran, stressing the need for scientific protection and integrated management of two major historical sites in the city.

Tourism and handicrafts sectors, tools of cultural diplomacy, says advisor to minister

TEHRAN -- Looking at tourism and handicrafts is not merely economic, but rather it is considered as a tool of public and cultural diplomacy to strengthen the connection between nations and influence the relations between the governments, emphasized Atefeh Marvi, advisor to Minister of Cultural Heritage for women and family affairs.

Police Museum opens in Bojnurd's Mofakham Cultural and Historical Complex

TEHRAN -- A Police Museum, was opened in Mofakham Cultural and Historical Complex in Bojnurd, North Khorasan province on Tuesday with cooperation of the province’s Police Force Command.

Strengthening operations begin in Golestan Palace

TEHRAN--The strengthening operations of Golestan Palace components in Tehran has begun in line with the preventive protection of historical monuments.

Qazvin’s Baklava should become a global brand, says deputy minister

TEHRAN – Qazvin’s Baklava (layered pastry dessert), as an example of the art and history of people of Qazvin, should become a global brand through coordination and planning, said the Deputy Minister of Handicrafts at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.

Zardalu Abad monuments indicate cultural and historical developments of Ilam

TEHRAN-- Examples of evidence and identifications from prehistoric to historical periods and the Iron Age, as well as evidence from the Sassanid period and early Islamic centuries, can be seen in the ancient historical monuments of Zardalu Abad in Mishkhas region, Ilam, which indicate the important cultural and historical developments.

North Khorasan has capacity to become standalone tourism destination, official says

TEHRAN - North Khorasan province has the capacity to become a complete tourism destination on its own, a senior tourism official said during a one-day visit to the province.

Official highlights Isfahan’s potential as West Asia medical tourism hub

TEHRAN - Isfahan has the capacity to become a medical tourism hub not only in Iran but across West Aisa, a provincial tourism official said on Wednesday.

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Layalestan registered as Iran's bamboo weaving village

TEHRAN -- Director General of Gilan Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department Yousef Salmankhah announced national registration of Leyalestan village in Gilan province as Iran's bamboo weaving village.