Handicraft

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.

2025-09-24 17:43

Deputy minister congratulates artisans for success at Uzbekistan handicrafts festival

TEHRAN – Iran’s deputy minister for handicrafts and traditional arts congratulated Iranian artisans on Tuesday for winning top awards at an international handicrafts festival held in Kokand and Rishtan, Uzbekistan.

2025-09-07 17:42

Iran calls for closer cultural, economic cooperation with Bashkortostan through handicrafts

TEHRAN — Iran’s deputy minister for handicrafts and traditional arts said on Saturday that handicrafts can serve as a tool for developing the creative economy and cultural diplomacy, proposing joint initiatives with Russia’s Republic of Bashkortostan.

2025-09-07 17:41

Iran enters a new level of ties with Armenia, tourism minister says

TEHRAN- Iran has reached a new level of leapfrogging relations with Armenia, said Minister of Cultural Heritage Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri.

2025-08-26 17:04

Iran’s handicraft exports hit $223 million last year

TEHRAN – Iran exported $223 million worth of handicrafts in the past Iranian calendar year (ended on March 20), with an additional similar amount exported informally by travelers, a senior cultural heritage official said on Tuesday.

2025-08-24 16:42

‘Oldest handicrafts’ traced to Lorestan, local official says

TEHRAN – Iran’s oldest known handicrafts have been traced to its Lorestan province, according to a local official.

2025-08-17 17:56

Iranian woodcarvers showcase craftsmanship at global art event in Japan

TEHRAN– Two Iranian woodcarving artists from Kermanshah province took part in the Osaka International Art 2025, presenting wooden sculptures and cultural talks highlighting Iran’s handicraft traditions, an Iranian official said on Sunday.

Maryam Jalali Dehkordi in an undated photo.

2025-07-20 18:06

Iran’s handicrafts reflect religious culture, says deputy minister

TEHRAN – Iran’s handicrafts serve as a mirror of the country’s religious culture and Shia identity, the deputy minister for handicrafts at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage said on Sunday.

A traveler photographs traditional handcrafted jewelry displayed in a shop window in Yazd, a UNESCO-listed city in central Iran.

2025-04-22 17:56

Yazd recognized as world city of traditional jewelry by World Crafts Council

TEHRAN – The historic city of Yazd has been officially designated as the world city of traditional and handcrafted jewelry by the World Crafts Council (WCC), marking another significant international cultural achievement for Iran.

2025-04-06 18:18

Rise in Isfahan’s handicrafts sales in Nowruz holidays

Director General of Isfahan Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department Amir Karamzadeh has said handicrafts’ trade in Isfahan province has witnessed a 20 percent year-on-year rise during Nowruz 1404 holidays.

2025-04-01 17:31

Over 5.3 million travelers visit Isfahan province during Nowruz

TEHRAN – The governor-general of Isfahan province, Mehdi Jamalinejad, announced that more than 5.3 million people have visited Isfahan’s historical and cultural attractions since the beginning of the Nowruz holidays.

2025-03-17 18:01

Geneva hosts exhibit of Iranian women’s art

TEHRAN—On Monday, a special exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of Iranian women began in Geneva, coinciding with the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council.

2025-03-14 17:57

Exhibit of Iranian handicrafts on sidelines of joint naval drill with Russia and China

TEHRAN – An exhibition showcasing Iranian handicrafts was held on the sidelines of the joint naval drill conducted by Iran, Russia, and China in the Sea of Oman.

2025-03-03 18:13

WCC Seals of Excellence granted to Iranian handicrafts

TEHRAN – The World Crafts Council has conferred Seals of Excellence on three works handcrafted by natives of Fars province in southern Iran, the provincial tourism chief announced Monday.

2025-02-28 18:38

Italy ready to assist in preserving Isfahan’s historical sites, ambassador says

TEHRAN - Italy welcomes collaborating with Iran on archaeological projects and the preservation, restoration, and revitalization of Isfahan’s historical monuments, according to Rome’s ambassador to Tehran, Paola Amadei.

2025-02-28 18:34

Iran’s handicraft exports reach $224 million in year

TEHRAN - Iran has exported $224 million worth of handicrafts during the current Persian calendar year (started on March 20, 2024), with an equal amount estimated to have been exported through suitcase trade, according to the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

2025-02-25 18:03

Judiciary chief pledges legal support for foreign travelers

TEHRAN - Iran’s Judiciary Chief, Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to addressing the legal concerns of foreign tourists during the closing ceremony of the 9th International Fajr Handicrafts Festival, also known as Sarv-e Simin.

2025-02-24 16:38

Yazd eyes global recognition for traditional jewelry

TEHRAN - The ancient city of Yazd, already a UNESCO World Heritage site, is now being considered for designation as a World City of Traditional and Handcrafted Jewelry by the World Crafts Council (WCC).

2025-02-24 16:38

Intl. Fajr Festival of Handicrafts extended due to popularity

TEHRAN - The exhibition showcasing works from the 9th International Fajr Handicrafts Festival, also known as Sarv-e Simin, has been extended until Friday, March 1, due to significant public interest. The festival's secretariat announced the extension following widespread enthusiasm from artists, researchers, and traditional art enthusiasts.

2025-02-21 20:03

Senior officials launch ‘Sarv-e Simin’ handicrafts festival in Tehran

TEHRAN – The 9th International Fajr Handicrafts Festival, known as Sarv-e Simin, has officially opened in Tehran with notable figures including Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs, and Reza Salehi-Amiri, the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

2025-02-18 17:58

Fajr Festival of Handicrafts to showcase works from 20 countries

TEHRAN—The 9th Fajr Festival of Handicrafts, known as Sarv-e Simin, will take place in Tehran from February 20 to 24. It will feature a selection of works from 20 countries.

2025-02-04 17:55

Global artisans to showcase talent at Fajr Handicrafts Festival

TEHRAN - Artists from 20 countries including England, Brazil, and Indonesia have entreated completion at the 9th Fajr Festival of Handicrafts, known as Sarv-e Simin, which is set to take place in Tehran from February 20 to 24.

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.

2025-01-25 17:28

Deadline for 9th Fajr Intl. Handicrafts Festival registration extended

TEHRAN - Artists eager to showcase their talents at the 9th Fajr International Handicrafts Festival, also known as Sarv-e-Simin, have been granted an additional 72 hours to register. The new deadline for registration and submission of works is now Monday, January 27, 2025.

Cultural delegation from Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan visits special handicraft house in Tehran

2025-01-21 17:40

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