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2026-01-26 17:24
Iran to resubmit Masuleh cultural landscape dossier for UNESCO World Heritage status
TEHRAN — Iran is set to soon submit a revised nomination dossier for Masuleh and its cultural landscape for possible inscription on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, a senior cultural heritage official said on Monday.
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2026-01-10 15:51
Siahkal, a treasure trove of nature, history, spirituality
TEHRAN—Siahkal county in east of Gilan province is considered one of top tourism destinations of north of Iran due to its pristine nature, valuable historical monuments, and numerous religious sites.
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2025-12-23 17:32
Gisoom seeks UN Tourism label for Best Tourism Villages
TEHRAN — Iran’s Gilan provincial department of cultural heritage said it is preparing a bid to have the village of Gisoom included on UN Tourism’s Best Tourism Villages list.
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2025-11-01 14:37
First tourist train in Gilan launched
TEHRAN-- The first tourist train of Gilan province departed from Rasht Railway Station for Lushan.
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2025-10-10 17:28
Gilan, where tradition lives in fields, music, and stories
TEHRAN – Nestled in Iran’s lush northern region, Gilan is a place where history breathes through vibrant traditions. This Caspian province isn’t just rich in nature, it’s a treasure trove of living culture, from haunting melodies and ancient myths to mouthwatering cuisine and timeless crafts.
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2025-08-06 16:23
Gilan among top provinces in tourism field
TEHRAN—Gilan province is among top provinces in tourism field, said a senior tourism official, Javad Vahedi.
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2025-07-07 16:28
Origins of Buyids to be revived in Amlash village
TEHRAN – A permanent secretariat dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Buyid dynasty (934–1062) is set to be established in the village of Al-e Bouyeh, located in Amlash, Gilan province, the provincial tourism chief announced on Monday.
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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.