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2024-09-15 17:49
2,700-year-old metalworking workshop discovered in heart of Iran
TEHRAN - A 2,700-year-old metalworking workshop has recently been unearthed in Tepe Sialk during a reassessment project conducted on the archaeological site which is situated near Kashan, central Iran.
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2024-09-13 18:26
UNESCO-listed Isfahan mosque undergoes cleaning project after half a century
TEHRAN - A restoration and cleaning project on the tiles of the UNESCO-registered Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, also known as Atiq Mosque, has commenced for the first time in 50 years.
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2024-09-13 18:07
Archaeologists seek reasons behind Sialk’s abandonment, a question left unanswered for 2,500 years
TEHRAN - The third phase of a reassessment project at Tepe Sialk, a treasured 8,000-year-old archaeological site near Kashan in Isfahan province, has commenced.
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2024-08-31 17:14
Reassessment project at Tepe Sialk enters third phase
TEHRAN – The third phase of a reassessment project has commenced at Tepe Sialk, a treasured ancient site situated near Kashan in Isfahan province.
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2024-08-30 19:09
IRGC facility suffers fatal incident
TEHRAN- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) reported the loss of two of its personnel due to a gas leak that occurred on Wednesday night at one of its facilities in Isfahan province.
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2024-08-27 18:08
By Afshin Majlesi
Affordable adventures await in these six must-visit cities
TEHRAN - With a history stretching back over 6,000 years, Iran is one of the world’s most appealing destinations for budget-conscious travelers.
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2024-08-19 17:49
Maranjab Desert: where golden dunes meet ancient stories
TEHRAN – Having breathtaking landscapes, historical landmarks, and natural wonders, Maranjab Desert offers a diverse array of experiences for sightseers, adventure seekers, history buffs, and nature lovers alike.
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2024-08-17 18:00
Iran considers 34 mosques for potential UNESCO World Heritage label
TEHRAN – Iran has taken a significant step towards the potential registration of its historical mosques as a collective property on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
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2024-08-16 17:14
Yan Cheshmeh petroglyph site made national cultural heritage
TEHRAN - The ancient petroglyph site of Yan Cheshmeh, part of the historically significant Teymareh region, has been officially registered on Iran’s national list of cultural heritage.
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2024-08-11 18:26
Isfahan’s iconic Gaz heritage celebrated
TEHRAN – The skill of making Gaz, a nougat that originated in Isfahan centuries ago, was marked at a special ceremony held in the Iranian city on Saturday evening.
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2024-08-05 17:54
Grand Bazaar of Kashan: a journey through history and culture
TEHRAN – With its labyrinthine alleys, vernacular architecture, and vibrant atmosphere, the Grand Bazaar of Kashan is not just a shopping destination but a living testament to centuries of Persian heritage.
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2024-08-02 17:04
17th-century Imam Mosque under potential threat due to moisture
TEHRAN – The overall structure of the 17th-century Imam Mosque is under potential threat due to moisture penetrating its foundation, a local tourism official said on Wednesday.
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2024-07-23 16:05
International Physics Olympiad in Isfahan
The 54th edition of the International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) commenced on Monday in the city of Isfahan and will conclude on July 28.
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2024-07-22 17:14
Ancient inscriptions, written in Pahlavi scripts, deciphered
TEHRAN – A number of ancient inscriptions, written in Pahlavi scripts, have recently been deciphered at a newly established museum located near the city of Aran-va-Bidgol in the heart of Iran.
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2024-07-22 15:10
Isfahan hosting 54th International Physics Olympiad
TEHRAN –The 54th edition of the International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) commenced today in the city of Isfahan and will conclude on July 28.
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2024-07-21 17:34
By Afshin Majlesi
Opportunities and challenges awaiting new minister of tourism and cultural heritage
As Iran stands on the cusp of forming its new cabinet, journalists and experts are urgently calling for the selection of a highly capable and adept minister to lead the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.
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2024-07-13 17:59
Isfahan to lift the curtain on piles of tourism investment
TEHRAN – Beaucoup tourism-related investment opportunities have been identified within Isfahan province by this point in the year, said a local official.
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2024-07-10 18:13
Isfahan tourism must align with global standards, provincial tourism chief says
TEHRAN – On Wednesday, Isfahan’s tourism chief Amir Karamzadeh emphasized the need for the province’s tourism sector to comply with global standards.
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2024-07-09 18:03
Excavations shed new light on Isfahan’s ancient craftsmanship and trade
TEHRAN – Archaeological digs conducted on accidentally-discovered ruins in Isfahan have revealed hidden layers of ancient craftsmanship and trade in the renowned Iranian city which was once the capital of Persia in the Safavid era.
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2024-07-08 17:44
Seyyed Mosque: restoration in progress but unified efforts essential
TEHRAN – Isfahan’s cultural heritage directorate has begun restoration work on the Seyyed Mosque, which is under significant stress due to landslide forces. However, unified efforts by all stakeholders are crucial to safeguard this 19th-century monument.
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2024-07-03 19:07
Isfahan to host Children’s film festival in October
TEHRAN- The 36th edition of the International Film Festival for Children and Youth will be inaugurated in the central city of Isfahan on October 5.
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2024-07-03 18:04
30 mosques selected so far collect a UNESCO label
TEHRAN - On Tuesday, the Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts announced that 30 historical mosques across 12 provinces in Iran have been identified as eligible for possible inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
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2024-07-02 18:10
By Afshin Majlesi
Tourism and cultural heritage: a dual mandate for Iran’s next president
As Iran approaches its run-off presidential election on July 5, the national tourism sector, which has rarely been addressed during recent debates, faces a pivotal moment.
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2024-06-29 17:59
The intricate art of mirror work in Iran’s architecture
TEHRAN - Mirror work, an art form that uses small or large pieces of mirror mosaics to create intricate designs, is a prominent feature in the internal decoration of Iranian architectural spaces.
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2024-06-28 17:13
Isfahan to receive Russian tourists with open arms
TEHRAN – In an effort to extend its tourism market, Isfahan played hostess to a group of Russian travel insiders on Wednesday.
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2024-06-28 17:10
Iconic Si-o-Se Pol undergoes restoration
TEHRAN – The upper deck of the historical Si-o-Se Pol bridge, an architectural gem in Isfahan, has undergone comprehensive restoration for the first time in a decade.
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2024-06-26 17:57
Private investments to turn new chapter in Khansar’s tourism
TEHRAN – The private sector has invested about 40 million dollars in Khansar’s tourism in three years, positioning it as a potential tourism hub in western Isfahan, said the tourism minister.
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2024-06-26 17:56
Minister announces allocation of funds for 12th-century mosque restoration
TEHRAN - Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Ezatollah Zarghami has announced the allocation of necessary funds for the restoration of the 12th-century Jameh Mosque of Golpayegan.
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2024-06-26 17:52
Tough decisions needed to safeguard Isfahan treasures
TEHRAN - The expanse of subsidence in Isfahan province has reached a stage where overcoming it requires decisive, bold, and tough decisions, the province’s director general of the Department of Environment has said.
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2024-06-26 15:07
IPhO to foster science diplomacy
TEHRAN –Holding the 54th International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) in Isfahan will boost the country’s science diplomacy, the chairman of the IPhO 2024 Organizing Committee has said.