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2025-06-30 17:47
19 Muharram-mourning elements made national heritage
TEHRAN – A selection of 19 religious and cultural traditions associated with the mourning rituals of Muharram in the northern Gilan province have been inscribed on Iran’s National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, a local official announced on Monday.
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2025-06-08 17:27
Firuzkuh geological heritage nationally registered
TEHRAN--Firuzkuh geological heritage has recently been registered on Iran’s natural heritage list, according to the tourism chief of Gilan province.
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2025-05-28 17:47
Gildeh, village of rose and rosewater
TEHRAN - Gildeh, a village in the central district of Shaft county, Gilan province, hosted a rosewater festival.
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2025-05-04 17:43
Polish cyclists rally in Gilan province
TEHRAN--Polish cyclists have moved from Warsaw toward Isfahan to commemorate General Andres' Liberation Army in World War II, pay respect to 120,000 Polish prisoners released from Soviet labor camps and appreciate the hospitality of Iranians towards Polish emigrants, said the head of the Touring and Automobile Club of Gillan.
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2025-03-31 22:07
Gilan sees surge in Nowruz tourism with over six million visitors
TEHRAN - Gilan province in northern Iran has experienced a considerable boost in tourism in line with the Nowruz holidays, with over six million travelers visiting the region.
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2025-02-28 18:22
Rudbar, a hub of Iranian civilization, must attract more foreign tourists: tourism minister
TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has emphasized the importance of attracting foreign tourists to Gilan province, calling Rudbar a key center of Iranian civilization.
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2025-01-28 18:07
Qasemabad: a village woven with tradition and color
TEHRAN – Situated in the rural district of Rudsar county in Gilan province, south of the Caspian Sea, Qasemabad is a village synonymous with lush nature and craftsmanship. For centuries, it has been celebrated for its unique tradition of weaving Chador Shab, a vibrant, geometrically patterned fabric that represents both artistic heritage and daily life in northern Iran.
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2024-12-27 17:25
Rally of vintage cars reaches Gilan province
TEHRAN - A car tourism rally, featuring 40 vintage vehicles, commenced its journey from Tehran to the northern Gilan province on Tuesday.
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2024-11-25 17:51
Uncovering secrets of ancient metallurgy in Masouleh region
TEHRAN - Experts believe that the Masouleh landscape in northern Iran is home to numerous metalworking sites, which reflect the region’s rich metal and iron resources and the extensive historical knowledge of its people. “The region transitioned from single-stage iron smelting furnaces to more complex four-stage furnace systems, demonstrating an evolution in smelting techniques over time.”
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2024-11-24 17:49
Iranian and Chinese archaeologists collaborate on Masuleh highlands excavations
TEHRAN - A team of Iranian researchers and archaeologists, joined by Chinese fellows, has embarked on new excavations in the highlands of Masuleh to uncover the region’s rich metallurgical heritage.
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2024-11-18 17:13
Ancient metalworking workshop unearthed in northern Iran
TEHRAN – An archaeological team has discovered a historic industrial workshop with evidence of metalworking near the ancient village of Masuleh, located some 2,500 meters above sea level in the Gilan province.
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2024-11-17 17:42
FIFA president highlights football field in northern Iranian village
TEHRAN - FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spotlighted a humble yet spirited village football field in Iran, capturing the hearts of football enthusiasts worldwide.
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2024-10-29 14:04
Masuleh nears UNESCO recognition with key restoration projects
TEHRAN - Recent efforts to preserve and restore Masuleh’s cultural landscape have revitalized 97 cultural and historical elements, a key step towards achieving UNESCO World Heritage status, according to Vali Jahani, Gilan province’s tourism chief.
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2024-10-29 08:15
Masuleh nears UNESCO recognition with key restoration projects
TEHRAN - Recent efforts to preserve and restore Masuleh’s cultural landscape have revitalized 97 cultural and historical elements, a key step towards achieving UNESCO World Heritage status, according to Vali Jahani, Gilan province’s tourism chief.
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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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2024-08-31 15:47
Rice harvest in Gilan province
Rice is one of the main crops in the northern province of Gilan. Some 300,000 farmers plant rice on approximately 238,000 hectares of land in the province. This year, the country is projected to produce 2.5 million tons of rice.
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2024-08-05 18:08
Gilan seeks to breathe new life into antique buildings
TEHRAN – Some historical buildings across Gilan province, have been entrusted to the private and public sectors for restoration and investment, said a local official.
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2024-07-29 18:14
Gilan targets foreign handicrafts markets
TEHRAN - In an effort to boost Gilan’s handicraft exports, a group of 25 provincial artisans have traveled to Iraq to promote their handiworks, said a local official.
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2024-07-26 17:34
Gilan registers 7 million overnight stays in month
TEHRAN – As one of the most sought-after travel destinations across Iran, Gilan province has recorded some seven million overnight stays so far this summer, said a local tourism official.
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2024-07-24 18:05
Culinary competition for people with disabilities
TEHRAN - The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts is organizing a special cooking competition to highlight the culinary skills of people with disabilities.
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2024-07-19 17:22
Gilan records 26 million overnight stays in Q1
TEHRAN – Gilan province, one of the most sought-after travel destinations in Iran, has recorded some 26 million overnight stays throughout the first quarter of current Persian year (started on March 20), a local official announced.
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2024-06-28 17:12
From tradition to global recognition: discover Qasemabad textiles
TEHRAN - Qasemabad, an old village in northern Iran, is a vibrant gem recognized globally as the World Village of Chador-Shab Weaving by the World Handicrafts Council.
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2024-06-21 17:33
Rasht welcomes inaugural Basra flight by Iraqi Airways
TEHRAN - For the very first time, a direct flight route between Rasht’s Sardar Jangal International Airport and Iraq’s Basra has been established.
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2024-06-18 18:03
Revival of Chador-Shab weaving brings new hope
TEHRAN - The traditional craft of Chador-Shab weaving, once a fading memory in a village in Gilan province, has been given new life through a comprehensive training program.
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2024-06-07 17:32
Gilan to honor artistry, craft skills with loads of programs
TEHRAN - Gilan province in northern Iran gears up for a national handicrafts week coinciding with World Handicrafts Day (June 10), boasting over 50 special programs.
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2024-05-29 19:48
Visadar waterfall: a haven for nature enthusiasts
TEHRAN - Visadar waterfall, nestled in the scenic Rezvanshahr district of Gilan, is a haven for nature enthusiasts, being surrounded by dense forests.
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2024-05-19 18:16
Discover time-honored art of pottery in Gilan region
TEHRAN - Bounded by the Caspian Sea and the Alborz Mountains, the Gilan region of Iran boasts a rich tradition of pottery that dates from millennia.
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2024-05-15 18:09
Long-lived trees made national heritage
TEHRAN - Three long-lived trees in Gilan province have gained national heritage status, underscoring efforts to protect the region’s cultural and natural heritage.
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2024-03-05 17:36
Masuleh possible UNESCO label: assessors investigating capacities
TEHRAN – As a momentous step, an expert team from the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) has arrived in Masuleh to assess the historical and cultural potential of the ancient village for possible UNESCO registration.
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2024-02-14 22:55
5 artworks from Gilan province to be showcased at 8th Fajr handicrafts festival
TEHRAN - In a remarkable achievement, five captivating artworks by skilled artists from Gilan province have earned a prestigious place in the spotlight at the 8th Fajr Handicrafts and Traditional Arts Festival.