Over four million sheltered in Iran’s eco-lodges in recent war, official says

TEHRAN – Iran’s Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution has approved a “National Museums Document,” a senior cultural heritage official said, outlining a comprehensive framework to guide the country’s museum sector.

National eco-lodge training workshops launched

TEHRAN – National training workshops for eco-lodge operators have begun across Iran, the head of the Iranian association for eco-lodge operators said on Saturday.

Eco-tourism experience must be linked to indigenous culture, architecture and environment: expert

TEHRAN—Eco-tourism is a qualitative experience in the field of tourism that must be linked to the culture, architecture and local environment of each region, Abolfazl Nikoobayan, a cultural heritage expert said.

Qeshm Island, where eco-lodges help foster community growth and sustainable tourism

TEHRAN – Home to 149 guesthouses and eco-lodges, Qeshm Island--southern Iran’s crown jewel in the Persian Gulf--is emerging as a model for community-based and sustainable tourism.

By Katayoon Dashti

World’s largest hand-made cave, an unknown heritage in Fars province

Sang Shekanan (stonemasons) cave in the south of Jahrom, Fars province, has been dubbed the largest hand-made cave in the world, but many people in Iran and even Fars have not yet heard of it, and it has few visitors.

Kordestan, a hidden treasure in west of Iran

TEHRAN—Kordestan is an area with ancient history and culture, breathtaking nature and hospitable people. It is a province which boasts soaring mountains, terraced villages, authentic Kordish music, and lasting handicrafts. It has an unparalleled capacity to attract domestic and foreign tourists.