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2025-09-20 17:22
Iran, Iraq to improve ties through tourism roadshow
TEHRAN— Iran-Iraq ties in cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts fields are improving in spite of regional and international crises, Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has said.
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2025-09-19 17:00
Mahdishahr’s self-colored carpets manifest natural wonders
TEHRAN—Mahdishahr’s self-colored carpets are a manifestation of the wonders of nature and the unparalleled art of human hands, which have imprinted the authenticity and identity of a region in their texture and weave.
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2025-09-16 16:40
Persian carpets, among the most beautiful in the world
TEHRAN--Persian carpets and rugs are among the most beautiful in the world and a trip to Iran is incomplete without buying a Persian carpet for your home.
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2025-09-15 16:32
Sistan-Baluchestan needlework, symbol of Iranian authenticity, civilization
TEHRAN—Sistan-Baluchestan’s cultural heritage and handicrafts particularly the needlework made by Baloch women and girls is manifestation of beauty, creativity, and pure culture of Iran, said Fariba Kousari, the veteran actress.
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2025-09-14 17:30
Iranian handicrafts put on view at Thessaloniki exhibit
TEHRAN-- The Iranian Cultural Consultant in Greece announced the display of Iranian handicrafts at the 89th International Fair of Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece, during September 6-14.
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2025-08-19 16:58
High potential for creating global collection of Malayer carpets
TEHRAN—Malayer in Hamedan province, has been the cradle of Iranian art and creativity in carpet weaving since the olden times.
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2024-10-30 22:54
National handicrafts exhibit inaugurated in Kermanshah
TEHRAN- An exhibition of Iranian handicrafts and traditional arts was inaugurated in Kermanshah on Tuesday.
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2024-09-17 18:31
Iran, Turkmenistan to hold joint festival on tourism, handicrafts, and music
TEHRAN - A joint festival highlighting tourist attractions, handicrafts, and music of Iran and Turkmenistan is set to take place from October 22 to 24.
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2024-09-10 18:16
Hamadan’s handicraft exports hit $10 million in five months
TEHRAN - Exports of Hamadan’s handicrafts have generated some $10 million in revenue throughout the very first five months of this Persian calendar year (started on March 20), as revealed by a local official.
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2024-08-25 17:55
Export terminal to beat the drum for Mazandaran’s handicraft
TEHRAN – A dedicated export terminal for handicrafts is set to be established within the Mazandaran free zone, a move aimed at boosting the province’s international trade presence in this sector, according to a local official.
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2024-08-23 17:26
Semnan unveils album showcasing local handicraft
TEHRAN - Semnan province has unveiled a new album of its finest handicrafts, marking a step in promoting local artisans and boosting the visibility of their work.
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2024-08-18 11:00
Iranian handicraft exports surge
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2024-08-17 18:01
Iranian handicraft shines with 53% export surge in Q1
TEHRAN - Iran’s handicraft industry has experienced a remarkable 53% increase in exports during the first quarter of this Persian year (started on March 20), compared to the same period last year, signaling strong international demand, a senior official reported.
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2024-08-12 17:54
Tehran, Ouagadougou move to strengthen handicraft ties
TEHRAN - In a step towards bolstering cultural ties, the ambassador of Burkina Faso to Tehran, has met with the Iranian deputy minister of handicrafts.
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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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2024-07-19 17:22
Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari expands craft markets for tourism’s sake
TEHRAN - To enhance the accessibility of local handicrafts to tourists, Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari’s handicrafts department has launched some new markets and centers this summer, according to a local official.
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2024-07-07 17:48
Sistan-Baluchestan unveils artisanal innovations
TEHRAN - In a significant move to boost the local handicraft industry, Sistan-Baluchestan has launched some innovative products earlier this month.
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2024-07-01 18:09
Intl. handicraft center to be set up within Risbaf Factory
TEHRAN – Breathing new life into Isfahan’s historical Risbaf Factory, which had been closed since the 2000s, an international handicraft center is planned to be established within the business unit.
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2024-06-26 17:57
West Azarbaijan shines bright with $37m of handicrafts export
TEHRAN – Iran’s West Azarbaijan has exported more than $37 million worth of handicrafts in less than three years, a local official made public.
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2024-06-25 17:44
Fars exports $2.5m worth of handicrafts in three years
TEHRAN – Fars province, situated in southwestern Iran, has exported $2.5 million worth of handicrafts in about three years.
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2024-06-18 18:03
Ilam launches handicraft training for conscripts
TEHRAN – Ilam province, situated in western Iran, offers handicraft training to conscripts, enhancing their post-service employment opportunities.
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2024-06-15 18:15
Zanjan sparkles with 16,000 craftspeople
TEHRAN – Available data suggests more than 16,000 artisans have been registered as craftspeople in Zanjan province, a local official said.
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2024-06-15 18:15
Iranshahr to hold needlework festival
TEHRAN - Iranshahr, previously recognized as the national city of needlework, is set to host a festival celebrating this intricate art form.
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2024-06-11 17:30
Lalejin thrives as global pottery hub with hundreds of workshops
TEHRAN – Lalejin, a small town renowned as a world pottery capital, boasts hundreds of active workshops and home studios, providing ample employment for its residents.
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2024-06-10 18:06
Drawing Dreams on Fabric: an exhibition of Iranian needlework
TEHRAN – An exhibition titled “Drawing Dreams on Fabric” has lifted the curtains on a wide array of Persian needlework to commemorate World Handicrafts Day.
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2024-06-09 17:13
8,000 artisans light up Mazandaran’s craft industry
TEHRAN – Mazandaran province, a sought-after destination known for its captivating nature in northern Iran, is home to over 8,000 craftspeople, who enrich the travel experience for tourists.
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2024-06-08 18:48
Handicrafts creative house opens doors in Qazvin
TEHRAN - The historical Raoufi House in Qazvin has reopened as a creative house dedicated to handicrafts, aiming to promote local craftsmanship, help create jobs, and attract tourists.
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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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2024-06-05 20:36
Iran to celebrate Handicrafts Week with special programs
TEHRAN – On the verge of Handicrafts Week, Iran gears up to celebrate artisanal traditions and economic growth with a great number of projects set for unveiling on World Handicrafts Day.
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2024-05-28 22:16
Shah Abbasi Caravanserai reopens after four years to host handicrafts exhibition
TEHRAN - Shah Abbasi Caravanserai in Karaj, northcentral Iran, a historic gem tracing back to the Safavid era, has reopened its gates after a four-year hiatus, to host a handicrafts, souvenirs, and food exhibition.