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

According to IRIB, Yaser Qandehari, the deputy head of Golestan Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department, described the measure as a way to organize and professionalize the event-based tourism.

He added: “This measure was taken with the aim of strengthening the event-based tourism, distributing travel evenly throughout the year, and introducing the province's cultural, natural, and economic capacities.”

Qandehari announced the most important registered events as Turkmen thoroughbred horse beauty festival, strawberry festival, colorful fall festival, silk cocoon harvest festival, , cotton festival, the Narcissus harvest festival, and the ceremony of commemorating Iranian-Turkmen poet Makhtoomgholi Faraghi.

He emphasized that registering the events provides the basis for more coherent planning and improving the quality of their holding.

Golestan province, located in northern Iran, boasts a diverse array of tourism attractions, making it a prime destination for both sightseers and nature lovers. The provincial capital, Gorgan, features a rich historical fabric, including the well-preserved Esterabad district, which is renowned for its ancient houses, madrasas, and mosques.

Beyond its historical significance, Golestan offers breathtaking natural landscapes, such as the lush Alangdareh and Naharkhoran forest parks, which provide visitors with opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and wildlife observation.

Golestan’s coastal areas along the Caspian Sea add to its allure, featuring pristine beaches and scenic views. The province is also home to several cultural and recreational festivals that celebrate its rich heritage and vibrant community.

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