Paris-Isfahan-Samarkand tourist route proposed

TEHRAN – Head of Uzbekistan Center of Islamic Civilizations has proposed stablishing a touristic itinerary, which connects Paris to Isfahan and Samarkand, IRNA reported.

By Afshin Majlesi

Isfahan: Why it’s great to wandering about

TEHRAN – Soaked in a rich history, Isfahan was once a crossroad of international trade and diplomacy in Iran and now it is one of Iran’s top tourist destinations for good reasons. 

Yellowcake consignment transferred to Isfahan’s UFC

TEHRAN – Iran on Wednesday transferred the second yellowcake consignment, weighing 30 tons, from Ardakan, Yazd province, to the uranium conversion facility (UFC) in Isfahan, Mehr reported.

Euphoria in Isfahan as water flows into Zayanderud 

TEHRAN — While water is released into Zayanderud river, central province of Isfahan, the citizens are exhilarated by seeing the river alive again. 

Centuries-old water supply system discovered in Iran

TEHRAN – A team of Iranian archaeologists has found remnants of a centuries-old network, which used to supply water to an underground “city” in central Iran.

Iran holds aerial drill, tests Qassed smart bombs

TEHRAN – Iran held a massive aerial drill in central province of Isfahan on Friday, targeting various positions with domestically made missiles and smart bombs.

One-month event in Isfahan puts spotlight on clean air  

TEHRAN— On the occasion of the Transport Week, starting on December 17, up until Clean Air Day, falling on January 19, various events, including cultural, urban, educational and recreational activities are underway in the city of Isfahan. 

By Afshin Majlesi

Shaking minarets, enigmatic destination worth visiting once!

For centuries Menar Jonban (“shaking minarets”), which is located in Isfahan, central Iran, has been a source of charm for Iranians and even foreign visitors because its dual minarets are really prone to vibrate!

Isfahan attracts 290,000 foreign travelers in H1

TEHRAN – Some 290,000 foreign nationals visited Isfahan province, central Iran, over the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21), a Foreign Ministry’s representative in Isfahan has said.

Isfahan MPs slated to meet Nobakht, Larijani

TEHRAN – Representatives of Isfahan province were scheduled to meet Budget and Planning Organization chief Mohammad Baqer Nobakht and Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani later on Tuesday.

IPL: Sepahan, Persepolis share spoils in controversial match

TEHRAN – Sepahan football team and Persepolis drew 1-1 in Iran Professional League (IPL), with both teams in good form and looking to extend unbeaten streaks.

Isfahan hosting intl. industry, tools, equipment expo

TEHRAN - Iranian city of Isfahan is hosting the 13th International Exhibition of Industry, Tools, and Industrial Cleaning Equipment (ISIEF 2018) during December 4-7 at Isfahan International Exhibition Center, IRNA reported.

Isfahan hosting UIC 22nd regional assembly for Middle East

TEHRAN – Aiming for developing cooperation among the member countries, the 22nd International Union of Railways (UIC) regional assembly for Middle East (UIC RAME) kicked off in Iran’s city of Isfahan on Monday, the portal of Iranian Roads and Urban Development ministry reported.

Rouhani lauds CHHTO for full restoration of Ali Qapu

TEHRAN – President Hassan Rouhani has appreciated the Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization for fully restoration of the landmark Ali Qapu Palace.

Luxury rail travelers on excursion across Iran

TEHRAN – Tens of international travelers, boarding a Golden Eagle Luxury Train, have commenced their exploration of many of Iranian remarkable sites and scenic landscapes.

 Tourism chief cuts ribbon on traditional guesthouses in Kashan

TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism chief Ali-Asghar Mounesan inaugurated three traditional guesthouses during his visit to the central city of Kashan on Thursday.

Iran seeks to nominate Yazd as UNESCO Creative City

TEHRAN – Iranian National Commission for UNESCO is considering to nominate Yazd as a Creative City of the UN cultural body, IRNA reported on Monday.

Isfahan to run guesthouse for patients with cancer

TEHRAN – A guesthouse will be opened in the city of Isfahan to accommodate health tourists who are suffering from cancer, IRIB reported on Friday.

Isfahan to host national crafts exhibit

TEHRAN – A national sales exhibit of handicrafts will open its door today to the public at the premises of the renowned Chehel Sotoun palace in Isfahan.

Imam Mosque: Elegant, iconic and visually stunning

With its perfect proportions and iconic blue-tiled mosaics, the Imam Mosque forms an elegant, visually stunning historical monument, which stands tall at the southern side of a massive square of the same name; the UNESCO-registered Imam Square of Isfahan in central Iran.

Iran’s largest CNG station put into operation in Isfahan Province

TEHRAN – Iran’s largest compressed natural gas (CNG) station was put into operation in Na’een County in Isfahan Province, Shana reported on Monday.

Partial restoration starts on Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque

TEHRAN - The second phase of a restoration project has commenced on creamy dome of the 17th century Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, which is one of the architectural masterpieces of Iranian architecture.

Isfahan children’s film festival announces jury

TEHRAN – The 31st International Film Festival for Children and Youth, which will take place in the central Iranian city of Isfahan from August 30 to September 5, has announced the jury for the official competition.

Isfahan sets sights on more Chinese tourists

TEHRAN – Isfahan province’s tourism department has recently formed a task force to look for ways to encourage and attract more travelers from China.

Traditional stone carving being revived in Ardestan   

TEHRAN – Efforts made by a young artisan is reviving the art of traditional stone carving across Ardesdan, Iran’s central Isfahan province, a local tourism director has said. 

Century-old cannonball founded at palace in Isfahan

TEHRAN – A century-old cannonball has been unearthed during a flooring project at Chehel Sotoun, a 17th-century palace in Isfahan.

Isfahan hosting handicrafts packaging exhibit

TEHRAN – Tens of packaging designs for handicrafts have been put on show in the UNESCO-registered Imam Square of Isfahan.

140 companies to attend intl. electricity expo in Isfahan

TEHRAN- The 9th International Biennial Exhibition of Electricity Industry of Iran is to be held on June 27-30, 2018 at Isfahan International Exhibition Fairground with participation of 140 domestic and foreign companies, ILNA reported on Monday.

Imam Square: Story of a prime tourist destination in Iran 

TEHRAN – The UNESCO-registered Imam Square has long been full of life thanks to being a prime destination for both domestic and foreign travelers.

Restoration begins on historical bazaar of Shahreza

TEHRAN – The vast historical bazaar of Shahreza in central Iran is being restored in order to be protected and strengthened, CHTN reported on Saturday.