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2025-12-07 17:33
Minister urges restoration of Arak bazaar ahead of possible UNESCO review
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister said on Saturday that the historical bazaar of Arak requires urgent restoration work as the government pursues its possible inscription on UNESCO’s World Heritage list.
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2025-10-31 17:03
FM tours UNESCO-inscribed bazaar during Tabriz mission
TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Thursday visited the Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex, inspecting several sections of the UNESCO World Heritage site during an official trip to the capital of East Azarbaijan province.
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2025-07-28 17:37
Expert calls for four-year plan to restore historic bazaar in Lar
TEHRAN - A senior regional development planning expert has proposed the development of a four-year restoration plan for the Qeysarieh Bazaar in Lar, southern Iran, involving private sector participation and non-governmental organizations.
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2025-07-22 16:55
Astarabad restores historic passage to celebrate heritage, draw visitors
TEHRAN - The municipality of Gorgan has officially launched the second phase of a major restoration project aimed at revitalizing a historic passageway in the ancient city of Astarabad, now known as Gorgan.
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2024-10-27 18:21
Bazaar of Fuman: a lively reflection of tradition in Gilan
TEHRAN – The bazaar of Fuman, located in the ancient city of the same name in the northern Gilan province, is a vibrant marketplace that reflects the lifestyle, traditions, and customs of the local people.
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2024-07-01 18:09
Multi-sided agreement signed for Arak’s historical bazaar restoration
TEHRAN - A multi-sided agreement to map out a comprehensive restoration and revitalization of Arak’s historical bazaar was signed on Monday.
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2024-06-30 17:38
Isfahan’s renowned bazaar of Persian carpets
TEHRAN - Nestled near the UNESCO-listed Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Isfahan’s carpet bazaar stands as a testament to centuries of tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.
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2024-06-18 18:03
Ardabil’s historical bazaar restoration accelerates
TEHRAN - The governor-general of Ardabil province has issued directives to accelerate the restoration and renovation of Ardabil’s historical bazaar.
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2024-06-10 18:04
Enhanced safety measures for Tehran museums
TEHRAN - The tourism ministry and Tehran Municipality have inked a cooperation agreement aimed at better protecting the historical heritage of the Iranian capital.
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2024-05-12 17:55
Restoration project worth $1.7 million announced for Bazaar-e Vakil
TEHRAN - Fars province’s tourism chief has unveiled plans for a substantial restoration project aimed at preserving the historical Bazaar-e Vakil in Shiraz.
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2024-05-10 17:48
Historical earthenware unearthed in downtown Isfahan
TEHRAN – Some historical earthenware has recently been unearthed in a serendipitous find when workers excavated the floor of a bank nestled within the bustling grand bazaar of Isfahan.
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2024-04-26 16:51
By Afshin Majlesi
From trade to tradition: a journey through iconic bazaars
TEHRAN – For tourists, Iranian bazaars offer a window into local culture, providing opportunities to witness authentic social interactions and procure unique Iranian souvenirs.
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2024-04-22 18:18
Qazvin sets sight on attracting global visitors with new tourism strategy
TEHRAN – A marketing initiative aimed at drawing international visitors to Qazvin province is in progress for the very first time.
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2024-04-07 17:27
Tehran attractions welcomed by 3 million visitors
TEHRAN - Ahmad Alavi, head of the Cultural Heritage Committee of Tehran City Council, has announced that over three million people visited Tehran’s tourist attractions during the Nowruz holidays.
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2024-04-02 16:52
By Afshin Majlesi
Tranquility amidst history: Jameh Mosque welcomes travelers to Semnan
TEHRAN - In the heart of the ancient city of Semnan, where the whispers of the Silk Road still echo through time, lies a jewel of Islamic architecture, a testament to centuries of cultural exchange and spiritual devotion.
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2024-01-31 17:34
Inclusive plan devised to safeguard Yazd’s historical heritage
TEHRAN – In an effort to preserve and protect the historical core of Yazd, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage, a comprehensive monitoring plan has been devised to ensure the conservation of its cultural heritage elements, especially during the influx of New Persian Year.
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2023-12-11 16:48
Exhibit explores treasured Ganjali Khan complex over time
TEHRAN – On Monday, a photo exhibition featuring old and fresh pictures of the 17th-century Ganjali Khan complex opened to the public in Harandi Garden Museum in Kerman province, southern Iran.
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2023-11-06 17:35
Centuries-old caravanserai, bathhouse to undergo restoration in southern Iran
TEHRAN – Restoration work is to begin on a centuries-old collection that includes a mud-brick caravanserai and a public bathhouse in southern Iran.
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2023-11-04 17:44
Discover a city within another while in Isfahan
TEHRAN - In the heart of Isfahan, where time seems to stand still, lies arrays of vaulted traditional bazaars that have witnessed centuries of bustling commerce.
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2023-09-19 18:08
Discover local charm at Arak’s Nowzari complex
TEHRAN - Welcome to the bustling bazaar of Arak, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and rich history of traditional marketplaces in the heart of Iran.
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2023-08-30 18:42
Historical bazaar in Saveh undergoes restoration
TEHRAN – A fresh round of restoration has commenced on the centuries-old bazaar of Saveh, which comprises hundreds of shops laid out along the mazing vaulted alleys and thoroughfares.
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2023-08-25 18:24
ICOMOS assessor visiting Ecbatana for UNESCO labe
TEHRAN - A top expert from the International Council on Monuments and Sites has arrived in Hamedan to perform an assessment of Ecbatana and its cultural treasures for a possible UNESCO registration.
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2023-08-20 22:00
Jameh Mosque of Semnan undergoes rooftop restoration
TEHRAN – A team of restorers has commenced work on the rooftop of Semnan Jameh Mosque, which is one of the earliest mosques built in Iran.
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2023-08-11 21:35
Centuries-old Bazaar of Arak undergoes restoration
TEHRAN—Restoration work has commenced on the centuries-old Bazaar of Arak, which is a top destination for travelers to the central Iranian city.
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2023-07-25 21:00
Urgent restoration begins to safeguard centuries-old bazaar
TEHRAN – The centuries-old bazaar of Shahrud has undergone urgent restoration work, the tourism chief of the ancient city said on Monday.
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2023-07-01 17:43
Bazaar-e Tajrish: a shopper’s paradise with a historical twist
TEHRAN – Bazaar-e Tajrish, which is situated in the northern part of Tehran, is vibrant traditional marketplace deeply rooted in Persian history and culture.