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2023-04-09 18:37
12 top places to visit in western Iran
TEHRAN – Many foreign sightseers are traditionally attracted to Iran’s giant destinations in Isfahan, Shiraz, and Yazd, mainly situated in the central and southern parts of the country.
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2023-04-05 18:34
By Afshin Majlesi
Afif-Abad garden: a sanctuary for rose bushes, friends and guns
TEHRAN - Situated in an affluent quarter of Shiraz and on a street with the same name, Afif-Abad promises a unique experience of visiting genuine Iranian gardens.
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2023-03-13 19:29
Discover temple dedicated to deity of fertility and rain
TEHRAN - In ancient Persia, Anahita was the goddess of water, a guardian angel of fountains and rain. Moreover, it was a symbol of fertility, love, and friendship.
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2023-03-10 18:14
Visit Veresk, a scenic masterpiece of the 20th century
TEHRAN – Massive arch bridges are engineering marvels that depict the ultimate intelligence, taste, and knowledge of an engineer and designer.
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2023-03-01 19:00
Eight walking routes designed for Tehran visitors
TEHRAN – Tehran tourism directorate has designed eight walking routes for avid sightseers and visitors to the Iranian capital.
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2023-02-28 18:37
By Afshin Majlesi
Visiting Iran not merely a simple excursion
Welcome to what might be the friendliest nation on Earth. The gem of Islam's crown, the ancient land, may appeal to you if you enjoy visiting areas where remnants of ancient civilizations can still be heard today.
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2023-02-25 18:34
Bafq potential gateway for desert tourism
TEHRAN – The oasis city of Bafaq has a high capacity to become a hub for desert tourism in Iran.
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2023-02-24 20:30
Beautiful Iran: Ashuradeh Island
Ashuradeh is the name of an island in the Miankaleh peninsula, 10 km west of Bandar Torkaman in northern Iran.
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2023-02-15 18:59
Kashan: desert city of rose-water and atmospheric places
TEHRAN – 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 destinations, atmospheric places, and hospitable people.
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2023-02-12 17:12
Off the beaten track in Iran: Prison of Solomon
TEHRAN - Situated near Cyrus the Great’s private palace are the remains of the Prison of Solomon (Zendan-e Soleiman), variously believed to once being a fire temple, tomb, sundial, or store.
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2023-02-11 19:26
By Afshin Majlesi
On two wheels: 10 best bike routes in Iran
TEHRAN - The main appeal of a bicycle is that, in its most basic form, it is merely a very effective method of transportation for humans.
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2023-02-07 19:14
By Afshin Majlesi
A peek into some of Tehran’s most stunning buildings
TEHRAN - Embracing the lower slopes of the glorious, snowcapped Alborz Mountains, Tehran is the dynamic beating heart of the country and the best place to understand modern Iran and what its likely future holds.
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2023-02-05 19:16
Forgotten in modern Isfahan: Darb-e Kushk
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, prosperous in the Aq-Qoyunlu epoch (1378–1503).
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2023-02-04 18:13
Pir-e Shaliar: Iranian Kurds celebrate folk winter festival
TEHRAN – Iranian Kurds in Uraman-Takht and its surrounding districts have celebrated Pir-e Shaliar, a folk winter festival that marks abundance and good fortune.
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2023-01-29 18:36
By Afshin Majlesi
In Hamedan, ancient monuments and gigantic in-cave lake await
TEHRAN – From the dramatic sceneries to countless cultural sites, and from archeological sites to the largest in-cave lake on the planet, Hamedan offers a variety of destinations for history buffs, sightseers and nature lovers.
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2023-01-28 18:32
Travel back in time to Persepolis, capital of mighty Achaemenid Empire
TEHRAN - Persepolis was one of four important cities that made up the center of the mighty Achaemenid Empire that once stretched from the Indus River to Ethiopia.
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2023-01-27 18:27
15 places that deserve a place on your bucket list
TEHRAN - If you plan to experience the most epic travel destinations in Iran, make sure that these must-see cities are among them.
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2023-01-22 18:27
Visit Firuzabad, once politico-cultural capital of Sassanids
TEHRAN - Firuzabad, formerly known as Gur, was once a politico-cultural capital of the Sassanid Empire (224–651).
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2023-01-15 18:31
Jameh Mosque of Ushturjan; a living museum of lavish decorations
TEHRAN – Survived in excellent condition, the Jameh Mosque of Ushturjan is an amazing reminiscent of Il-khanid architecture in a town of the same name in Isfahan province.
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2023-01-09 18:31
Tarikhaneh marks 100 years on national heritage list
TEHRAN –On Sunday, Tarikhaneh, one of the oldest standing mosques in Iran, marked the 100th anniversary of its registration on the national list of cultural heritage in a ceremony held at the ancient place of worship in Damghan.
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2023-01-08 19:06
Lesser-known province to cultivate rural tourism
TEHRAN – Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari, a lesser-known travel destination in southwest Iran, seeks to expand its rural tourism in close collaboration with private investors.
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2023-01-07 18:57
Taq-e Bostan marks 91 years on national heritage list
TEHRAN – On Thursday, Taq-e Bostan, a magnificent Sassanid site in western Iran that embraces extraordinary bas-relief carvings, marked the 91st anniversary of its registration on the national list for cultural heritage.
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2023-01-04 18:29
Visit Tarikhaneh, one of Iran’s oldest mosques
TEHRAN – The Tarikhaneh Mosque, which was formerly a fire temple from the Sassanid era (224–651), is situated in central Iran, close to the city of Damghan.
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2023-01-03 19:21
After centuries, Isfahan bathhouse is still a hot spot
TEHRAN - Isfahan, a stunning ancient city, is home to the Ali Quli Aqa Hammam, a traditional bath that also doubles as an anthropology museum.
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2023-01-02 20:11
By Afshin Majlesi
2023: ten top places to visit in Iran
TEHRAN - A new year means a fresh perspective. When planning trips across Iran in 2023, you may consider this formula liberally.
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2022-12-30 19:45
By Afshin Majlesi
Rig-e Jenn: the bizarre land of elves!
TEHRAN – Whoever named it Rig-e Jenn, may have been deeply troubled by ghosts and the devil there in the heart of the Iranian plateau.
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2022-12-28 18:17
Isfahan: crown jewel of Iran’s handicraft industry
TEHRAN — Isfahan is sometimes referred to as the crown jewel of Iran’s handicraft industry, where its artisans do their best to safeguard know-how passed down from generation to generation.
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2022-12-24 22:00
Ghalamzani: Persian expertise for engraving metal objects
TEHRAN – Ghalamzani is the splendid art of engraving superb designs on various kinds of metals such as copper, brass, silver, and gold by the means of carving chisels.
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2022-12-20 18:58
By Afshin Majlesi
It’s not a Yalda celebration without pomegranates
TEHRAN– Children running around, mothers set out trays of delicately cracked pomegranates, bowls glittering with their ruby-red seeds and elders take turns reading verses from illustrious Persian poets. Sounds familiar? If so, you’ve seen a glimpse of the Yalda celebration in honor of the longest night of the year.
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2022-12-14 19:18
Seven fall destinations offering more than just pretty leaves
TEHRAN - When the heart-shaped leaves turn brilliant red, orange, and yellow in the autumn, color enthusiasts will find autumn gold, which is very rewarding.