26 Golestan events added to national tourism calendar

TEHRAN – Some 26 tourism events of Golestan province have been included in Iran's National Tourism Events Calendar.

Restoration of Russian fortress on Ashuradeh Island begins

TEHRAN--In line with development of tourism infrastructure and attracting national and foreign capital, the restoration of historical Russian fortress on Ashuradeh Island, in the Miankaleh peninsula, west of Bandar Torkaman in northern Iran, has begun, so that the area can be introduced as one of the tourist attraction hubs in northern Iran.

Tajik ambassador underscores cultural convergence between Iran and Central Asia

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s ambassador to Iran, Nizamuddin Zahedi, has said Iran’s festival of tribal culture reflects cultural convergence between the Islamic Republic and Central Asian countries.

Gorgan hosts intl. tribal culture festival highlighting regional ties

GORGAN - Iran’s Golestan province hosted the 17th International Festival of Tribal Culture this week, with officials saying the event reflects Iran’s historical links with neighboring countries.

By Afshin Majlesi

Golestan at a glance: forests, ancient monuments and Caspian landscapes

GORGAN - Golestan is one of the least visited provinces in Iran, yet for many travelers who take the time to explore it, the region may quickly become a favorite destination.

By Afshin Majlesi

An inside look at Gorgan’s tribal festival

The 17th International Festival of Tribal Culture, scheduled to take place in Gorgan, the capital of Iran’s Golestan province, from Dec. 16 to 19, is often described as a celebration. But to see it only as a cultural event is to miss its deeper significance.

Khorasan Razavi has high potential for organizing literary, philosophical tours: researcher

TEHRAN--Given Iran's literary and philosophical history, especially in Khorasan Razavi, this province has high potential for organizing literary and philosophical tourism tours, a faculty member of Gorgan’s Hakim Jorjani Institute of Higher Education said.

Gorgan festival to highlight nomadic life

TEHRAN—Gorgan will hold the 17th Iranian ethnic culture festival during November 16-18. The three-day event will host cultural, artistic and handicraft groups from all over the country and nine foreign countries.

Cotton festival in Gorgan aims to promote tourism

TEHRAN – The fourth Cotton Festival, under the slogan “From Farm to Garment,” will be held on October 2 at Tooska Farm on Tooskestan Road in Gorgan, Golestan province, aiming to promote tourism.

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.

Flights from Gorgan to Istanbul to begin next week

TEHRAN – Weekly flights between Iran’s Gorgan and Istanbul are set to commence on January 21, the director-general of Golestan province’s airports said on Sunday.

UNESCO-listed Gonbad-e Qabus undergoes restoration amid concerns over vertical cracks

TEHRAN - The iconic Gonbad-e Qabus, a UNESCO-listed 1,000-year-old brick tower located in Iran’s Golestan province, is undergoing extensive studies and restorations to address vertical cracks on its structure.

Archaeological survey in northern Iran uncovers 4,000-year-old artifacts

TEHRAN - An archaeological survey aimed at defining the boundaries and proposing a protected zone for Tepe Kafshgiri, a historic hill in Gorgan county of Golestan province, has concluded under the supervision of the Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism.

Golestan, Kazakhstan cultural night to be held in northern Iran

TEHRAN – To celebrate the shared cultural heritage of Golestan province and the Republic of Kazakhstan, a special cultural night is set to take place in the historical city of Gorgan, which is Golestan’s capital.

Seldom-seen jewels to shine at Gorgan museum

TEHRAN - A rare collection of jewelry from ancient Jorjan will be unveiled at the Gorgan Archaeological Museum this week, offering visitors an unprecedented opportunity to connect with Iran’s deep-rooted history.

Ancient Jorjan undergoes restoration

TEHRAN - A local official has announced the commencement of a restoration and protection project for the ruins of Jorjan, an ancient city located in Gonbad-e Kavus county, northern Iran.

8 million visits to Golestan attractions registered

TEHRAN - In a remarkable boost for local tourism, Golestan province recorded over eight million visits to its diverse attractions in the first quarter of the current Persian year (started on March 20), a local official brought to light.

480K overnight stays recorded in Golestan in Q1

TEHRAN – Hundreds of thousands of overnight stays has been recorded in Golestan province during the first quarter of this Persian year (started on March 20), highlighting the region’s growing appeal among travelers.

Motorcyclists embark on tourism journey in northern Iran

TEHRAN – Living an adventure from Tehran to the northern provinces, a tourism motorcycle rally has started as the first of its kind in Iran. 

Golestan launches first-ever HOHO sightseeing tours in northern Iran

TEHRAN – The very first Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing tour in northern Iran has been launched in Gorgan, the capital of Golestan province.

Escape to paradise: Rango waterfall’s allure in northern Iran

TEHRAN – Nestled in the middle​ of Gorgan’s lush jungle, Rango waterfall mesmerize nature enthusiasts.

UNESCO certificate for Hyrcanian Forests installed in northern Iran

TEHRAN – On Thursday, a UNESCO certificate for the Hyrcanian Forests was unveiled and installed near the centuries-old Rudkhan fortress in northern Iran.

Intl. festival of Iranian nomads & tribal economy opens in northern Iran

TEHRAN – On Monday, the 16th edition of an international festival of Iranian nomads & tribal economy was launched in the ancient city of Gorgan, northern Iran, among a crowd of various tribes and curious visitors.

Cracks on UNESCO-listed tower dormant, director says

TEHRAN – Cracks, which are visible on the exterior and interior sides of Gonbad-e Kavus, are dormant and quite old, the director of the World Heritage site has said.

12 million visits to Golestan museums registered in H1

TEHRAN - More than 12 million visits have been made to museums and cultural heritage sites of Golestan province during the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (started on March 21).

Intl. Ritual and Traditional Theater Festival underway in Gorgan 

TEHRAN –The 21st edition of the International Ritual and Traditional Theater Festival is currently underway in the northern city of Gorgan, Golestan province. 

Crash of unidentified object in Gorgan linked to testing of UAV and offensive systems

TEHRAN- The crash of an unidentified object in the city of Gorgan has been linked to the testing of UAV and offensive systems, the spokesperson for the Iranian Defense Ministry announced on Monday.