Iranian handicrafts: Namakdan-Bafi

TEHRAN – Namakdan, a kind of handwoven saddlebag, is one of the ancient handicrafts being practiced across Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province.

Susa: get to know Iran’s legendary ruined city

TEHRAN – Ancient Susa is one of Iran’s most treasured sights. The UNESCO-designated city, now flanked by the modern city of Shush, formerly belonged to the Elamite, Persian, and Parthian empires.

Friday Mosque of Sojas: different from what you have already seen!

TEHRAN - Full of mystic but modest in size and architecture, the Friday Mosque of Sojas was built sometime in the early 12th century during the Seljuk era.

Kharanaq: a deserted, crumbling but dreamy destination

TEHRAN - Serenely situated in a remote valley about 70km north of Yazd in central Iran, is the deserted and crumbling mud-brick village of Kharanaq.

Explore historical churches, Armenian neighborhoods while in Qazvin

TEHRAN – A Muslim-majority country, Iran is home to many gorgeous churches and chapels that feature amazing architecture and exquisite ornate works.

Six archaeological sites approved as national heritage in Iran

TEHRAN – On Sunday, a selection of six archaeological hills and historical sites scattered across Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province were added to Iran’s national heritage list.

Iran issues travel warning to Afghanistan

TEHRAN - The Iranian embassy in Kabul issued a statement urging Iranian citizens to refrain from traveling to Afghanistan until further notice due to escalating security risks.

Roofing covers almost complete over ‘city of the mouthless’

TEHRAN – The project of installing a series of custom-made roofing covers has become almost complete to help protect Shahr-e Yeri, a unique archaeological site in northwest Iran, from further erosion.

Iran seeks UNESCO recognition for Tabas Geopark

TEHRAN – Tabas Geopark in east-central Iran, which is home to a wide variety of scenic landscapes and untouched terrains, may soon join the listing of UNESCO Global Geoparks (UGGp).

Hand-dug passageway, once served for military purposes, discovered in northern Iran

TEHRAN – A hand-dug subterranean passageway, which is believed to once served for military purposes, has been discovered in northern Iran.

Iran attractions: marveling at ancient ruins of Persepolis

TEHRAN - One of the greatest ruins of the ancient world, Persepolis is of such importance that many believe no trip to Iran would be complete without marveling at the Achaemenid ceremonial capital.

UNESCO grants world heritage status to Uramanat of Iran

TEHRAN – UNESCO added Iran’s Uramanat cultural landscape to its list of world heritage sites on Tuesday.

10 amazing and overlooked travel sites in Iran

TEHRAN— For those wanting to get off the beaten track, Iran has a wealth of lesser-known destinations that rival the stunning beauty and historical significance of their more famous counterparts.

Cultural heritage elements in eastern Iran added to national list

TEHRAN –A total of eight cultural elements, which are practiced in South Khorasan province, have recently been added to the National Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

Work begins to demarcate Sheikh Shahab al-Din Ahari ensemble

TEHRAN – A team of archaeologists and cultural heritage experts have launched a demarcation project to propose legal boundaries of Sheikh Shahab al-Din Ahari ensemble, which is located near Ahar, East Azarbaijan province.

Paleolithic hand ax discovered by archaeologists in northwest Iran

TEHRAN – Archaeologists have unearthed a hand ax during a demarcation project held in northwest Iran. The object is estimated to date from the Paleolithic era.

Amir Chakhmaq: a drop-dead gorgeous destination in central Iran

TEHRAN – Having a unique imposing façade and tranquil atmosphere, the 19th-century Amir Chakhmaq Complex is one of the drop-dead travel destinations in central Iran.

Trans-Iranian Railway gains UNESCO World Heritage status

TEHRAN – Trans-Iranian Railway that reaches a length of 1400 km has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Christian worshippers make pilgrimage to St. Thaddeus

TEHRAN – A limited number of Christian worshippers have assembled for observing their annual ritual and pilgrimage at St. Thaddeus in West Azarbaijan province.

Tehran geological museum gets affiliated with UMAC

TEHRAN – The Geological Museum of the University of Tehran has become affiliated with the International Council of Museums Committee for University Museums and Collections (UMAC), ISNA reported on Sunday.

No threat to ancient Narin fortress, official says

TEHRAN – No potential threat poses Narin Qa’leh, an ancient mud-brick fortress, which is located in the city of Meybod, Yazd province.

Legal boundaries of UNESCO-designated Hyrcanian Forests declared

TEHRAN - Legal boundaries of the UNESCO-designated Hyrcanian Forests have recently been declared to the governor-general of Gilan province.

Jiroft: the story of how Iran became a cradle of civilization

TEHRAN – Until the very early 21st century, no one had ever dreamed that a refined forgotten culture could re-emerge from the sands of a remote and arid region in southeast Iran.

Household brocade-weaving machine made by Iranian artisans 

TEHRAN – A working prototype of a household brocade-weaving machine has been made by a team of Iranian artisans and cultural heritage experts.  

Jameh Mosque of Kerman lures sightseers, historians for its location, design, and ornamentation

TEHRAN - Jameh Mosque of Kerman has long been a source of charm for history buffs, architects, and travelers to the ancient Iranian city.

Earthen jug discovered while digging sewage well

TEHRAN – A fragmented clay jug was accidentally discovered in a central Iranian village while workers were digging sewage well.

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Exhibit features 50 years of metalwork by Iranian crafters

TEHRAN – A group exhibit featuring 50 years of metalwork by a select of Iranian crafters has been launched at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Tehran.

Minister cuts ribbon on palace museum complex in western Iran

TEHRAN – Iranian tourism minister Ali-Asghar Mounesan on Tuesday inaugurated a palace museum complex during his visit to Sanandaj, the capital of Kordestan province.

Hakim Mosque: a hidden gem to visit in Isfahan

TEHRAN – The lesser-known Hakim Mosque is a visually stunning monument in Isfahan, which travelers can pay a visit to near the centuries-old bazaar of the central Iranian city.