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2024-06-05 20:36
Iran to celebrate Handicrafts Week with special programs
TEHRAN – On the verge of Handicrafts Week, Iran gears up to celebrate artisanal traditions and economic growth with a great number of projects set for unveiling on World Handicrafts Day.
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2024-06-05 20:34
“Glory of Persia” illuminates China for six more months
TEHRAN - IRAN has approved a six-month extension for “The glory of the ancient Persia: Exhibition of Iranian cultural relics”, following an enthusiastic reception in China.
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2024-06-05 20:34
By Afshin Majlesi
Discovering Samarkand: Mausoleum of Amir Timur through the eyes of foreign tourists
UZBEKISTAN, Samarkand - During a recent visit to Samarkand, I explored a number of historical gems, including Registan Square, Shah-i-Zinda, and the Mausoleum of Amir Timur, to name a few.
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2024-06-04 18:51
Meybod’s Narin Qaleh undergoes emergency restoration
TEHRAN - Emergency restoration has been underway to preserve the historical Narin Qaleh, in Meybod, Yazd, central Iran, addressing recent structural and weather-related damage.
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2024-06-04 18:50
Harireh ancient city on the brink of ICESCO recognition
TEHRAN – Harireh ancient city, situated on Kish Island, is set to secure its place on the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s list, before this year is out.
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2024-06-01 19:29
Push for cultural heritage education in Iran’s curriculum
TEHRAN – Ali Darabi has advocated for the inclusion of “Cultural Heritage” courses in Iran’s national curriculum, aiming to deepen students’ connection to their heritage.
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2024-06-01 19:28
Tourists get to know Persepolis through a digital voyage
TEHRAN - Persepolis, Iran’s crown jewel of ancient civilization, has opened its gates to the world with the launch of a comprehensive website and an immersive audio guide.
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2024-05-31 18:39
Collection of ancient coins recovered in West Azarbaijan
TEHRAN - In a significant breakthrough, West Azarbaijan province has recovered a great number of precious gold and copper coins dating back two millennia.
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2024-05-31 18:39
Teymareh petroglyphs edge closer to World Heritage Recognition
TEHRAN - Teymareh prehistoric petroglyphs are on track for World Heritage status, which will enhance preservation and tourism, a step that will enhance their preservation and local tourism.
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2024-05-29 19:43
New restoration phase breathes life into Rayen citadel
TEHRAN – Kerman’s Rayen citadel, one of the largest mud-brick structures in the world has entered a new phase of restoration.
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2024-05-28 22:25
Qazvin’s traditional dolls join national intangible legacy
TEHRAN – Three traditional dolls from Qazvin province have been officially recognized as intangible cultural heritage, highlighting the region’s rich cultural tapestry.
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2024-05-28 22:17
Abyaneh village to embrace event-driven development
TEHRAN - Abyaneh village in Isfahan, central Iran, is set to evolve into an event-focused destination.
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2024-05-28 22:16
Shah Abbasi Caravanserai reopens after four years to host handicrafts exhibition
TEHRAN - Shah Abbasi Caravanserai in Karaj, northcentral Iran, a historic gem tracing back to the Safavid era, has reopened its gates after a four-year hiatus, to host a handicrafts, souvenirs, and food exhibition.
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2024-05-27 22:18
By Afshin Majlesi
From Yazd to Khiva: twin gems of ancient architecture and culture
UZBEKISTAN, Tashkent - In the vast expanse of Asia, among the myriad of ancient cities, two stand out for their striking similarities and rich cultural heritage: Yazd in Iran and Khiva in Uzbekistan.
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2024-05-26 22:03
Definitive album to celebrate crafts treasures in Semnan
TEHRAN – Semnan province has embarked on a journey to spotlight its vibrant handicrafts scene with a forthcoming album.
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2024-05-26 22:02
Kermanshah’s tourism to flourish with 30 events
TEHRAN – Kermanshah province, Iran, has arranged about 30 diverse tourism events to be held till the end of this Persian year (March, 2025).
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2024-05-24 17:27
Textile history museum in Kashan: a journey through threads of time
TEHRAN - The textile history museum of Kashan stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and enduring legacy of textile craft skills in the ancient city.
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2024-05-24 17:27
Chehel Tekeh Duzi: a vibrant handicraft from southwest Iran
TEHRAN - Chehel Tekeh Duzi, also known as scrap quilting, is a cherished handicraft from the Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province, southwest Iran.
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2024-05-20 17:35
Semnan starts documenting handicrafts to preserve heritage
TEHRAN – In a momentous effort to preserve Semnan’s cultural legacy, documentation of handicraft skills has been commenced across the province for the very first time.
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2024-05-19 18:16
Qazvin museums embrace overseas students
TEHRAN – In commemoration of International Museum Day [May 18], a team consisting of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences’ international students have toured Qazvin’s museums.
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2024-05-19 18:15
Echoes of Islamic heritage: Imam Reza (AS) inheritance coin unveiled
TEHRAN – On Saturday, during a momentous event in Mashhad, an inheritance coin of Imam Reza (AS) which was minted in occasion of the eighth Shia Imam’s appointment as heir of Al-Ma’mun [the Abbasid caliph], has been unveiled.
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2024-05-19 18:14
Xerxes tomb at Naqsh-e Rostam faces erosion threats
TEHRAN - Recent rains have created a relatively large hole below Xerxes I's rock-cut tomb, leading to a longitudinal crack across the Naqsh-e Rostam site.
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2024-05-18 18:38
Museum sites set to illuminate Kermanshah’s heritage
TEHRAN – Construction of four new museum sites is underway in Kermanshah to enrich the ancient city’s cultural heritage landscape.
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2024-05-18 18:38
Exhibits of rarely-seen antiquities open in Iranian provinces
TEHRAN – In commemoration of International Museum Day [MAY 18], a number of exhibitions, showcasing rarely-seen relics borrowed from the National Museum of Iran, have raised the curtains on across the country.
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2024-05-17 17:30
Whispers of antiquity: Sistan-Baluchestan to unveil ancient tabletop games
TEHRAN – Some of the world’s oldest tabletop games are arranged to be showcased in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan province in part of programs to celebrate National Cultural Heritage Week and International Museum Day.
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2024-05-15 18:03
Kerman captures Korean ambassador’s heart
TEHRAN – Paying a visit to Kerman, the South Korean ambassador to Iran has expressed readiness to promote the province’s tourism capacities to his fellow Koreans.
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2024-05-14 17:33
Markazi province to host special programs for Cultural Heritage Week
TEHRAN - Markazi province is preparing for Cultural Heritage Week and International Museum Day with over 20 special programs, aiming to engage all ages and promote awareness of its rich cultural heritage.
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2024-05-14 17:33
Saveh Jameh Mosque on track for UNESCO label
TEHRAN - Markazi province's architectural treasure, Jameh Mosque of Saveh, has taken a significant step towards global recognition as it is included in Iran’s preliminary list for possible world recognition.
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2024-05-14 17:32
Alborz and Zagros: natural barriers that cultivated Iran’s cultural diversity
TEHRAN - On Monday, a tourism ministry’s official in charge of registration and preservation of natural and intangible heritage highlighted the impact of the Alborz and Zagros mountain ranges on Iran’s geographical and cultural landscape.
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2024-05-14 17:25
Discover unmissable historical houses while traveling Qom
TEHRAN - The ancient city of Qom, known for its rich history and cultural heritage, offers visitors a unique glimpse into Iran’s past.