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2026-04-09 01:00
Isfahan calls on Christian leaders to speak out against war crimes
ISFAHAN - In a move that blends diplomacy, symbolism, and public appeal, the governor-general of Isfahan has released two open letters to senior Christian leaders, calling on them to “raise [their] voice against this oppression and injustice” and express solidarity with the people living in Iran amid rising tensions involving the United States and Israel.
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2026-03-18 16:17
By Nafise Hajati
How are Isfahan’s UNESCO and national heritage sites faring after airstrikes?
ISFAHAN - Airstrikes on the Iranian city of Isfahan have severely damaged two of its most iconic heritage sites: the UNESCO-listed Chehel Sotoun Palace and the National Heritage Site Ashraf Hall, alongside damage to over 12 other cultural landmarks.
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2026-03-13 18:10
People of Isfahan show solidarity with Palestinians on Quds Day Rally
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2026-03-09 16:43
Airstrikes damage 17th-century mosque in Isfahan
TEHRAN – Recent airstrikes on the Iranian city of Isfahan have damaged the historic Imam Mosque, also known as Masjed Jameh Abbasi, according to a provincial heritage official.
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2026-02-27 15:46
Safavid-era cannon to undergo conservation process
TEHRAN – A Safavid-era cannon in Isfahan’s 17th-century Chehel Sotoun Palace has entered a process of conservation and revised display after years of being kept in unsuitable conditions, the site’s director said.
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2026-02-24 15:26
Helicopter crashes in Isfahan province, kills 4
TEHRAN - On Tuesday morning, a helicopter crashed near the city of Dorch-e in the central province of Isfahan, killing the pilot and co-pilot as well as two fruit sellers on the ground.
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2026-02-23 18:01
First national Irandokht festival highlights women in Zaribafi weaving in Isfahan
TEHRAN – The first national Irandokht festival, focusing on the role of women practicing the traditional weaving art of Zaribafi, was held on Feb. 21 in the ancient city of Isfahan.
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2026-02-21 17:58
Isfahan’s World Heritage sites prepare for Ramadan, Nowruz
TEHRAN – Isfahan’s World Heritage sites are preparing for upcoming Ramadan rituals and Nowruz celebrations.
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2026-02-18 17:07
17th-century Chehel Sotoun Palace fully reopens to visitors
TEHRAN – All sections of Isfahan’s Chehel Sotoun Palace, including the room known as Chaharshanbeh Suri and the Stone Museum, have been reopened to the public, the site’s director said on Wednesday.
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2026-02-17 23:13
Winners of 27th International Storytelling Festival honored in Isfahan
TEHRAN- The 27th International Storytelling Festival concluded on Monday, during a ceremony held in the central Iranian city of Isfahan, where the winners of this year’s edition were announced.
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2026-02-11 16:25
Official highlights Isfahan’s potential as West Asia medical tourism hub
TEHRAN - Isfahan has the capacity to become a medical tourism hub not only in Iran but across West Aisa, a provincial tourism official said on Wednesday.
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2026-02-07 17:16
Natanz handicrafts exhibition opens
TEHRAN -- Handicrafts exhibition of entrepreneurial women opened in Natanz, Isfahan province, on Wednesday.
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2026-02-02 17:00
Iran tourism maintains international appeal, expert says
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism industry continues to attract international interest, an expert said, following the country’s participation in the FITUR international tourism fair in Madrid last week.
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2026-01-27 17:32
Jashn-e Sadeh: Khur residents prepare for ancient fire festival
TEHRAN – Residents of Khur, a city in Isfahan province, are preparing to observe Jashn-e Sadeh, an ancient Persian festival marked by a communal fire ritual, local cultural heritage officials said.
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2026-01-23 17:23
Isfahan showcases tourism potential at FITUR 2026
TEHRAN – Iran’s central province of Isfahan is presenting its tourism, cultural and historical capacities at the FITUR 2026 which is currently underway in Madrid.
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2026-01-21 17:20
By Afshin Majlesi
Water leaks, ground subsidence raise concerns at Isfahan’s UNESCO-listed mosque
TEHRAN - Iranian authorities and heritage experts are racing to contain what they describe as a structural threat to parts of the UNESCO-registered Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, also known as the Atiq Mosque, after a limited ground subsidence, water leakage and rising moisture were detected around one of the world’s most important Islamic monuments.
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2026-01-14 20:13
Vank Church inaugurates workshop for restoration of Armenian documents
TEHRAN—A workshop for restoration of Armenian objects and ancient documents was inaugurated in Vank Church in New Jolfa, Isfahan.
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2026-01-06 17:45
Isfahan holds ceremony marking UNESCO listing of mirror-work art
TEHRAN - A ceremony was held in Isfahan on Tuesday to mark the inscription of Ayeneh-Kari, the Iranian art of architectural mirror work, on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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2026-01-05 17:11
Extension of Isfahan subway project awaits UNESCO approval
TEHRAN—The extension of Isfahan’s Metro Line 2 near the city’s UNESCO-listed Jameh Mosque, also known as the Atiq Mosque, is under review at national and international levels and will proceed only after approval from UNESCO, officials said.
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2026-01-04 17:21
Third excavation season of Vigol Fire Temple starts
TEHRAN--The third excavation season of Vigol Fire Temple in Aran and Bidgol county, Isfahan province, has begun with the allocation of national funds, announced Mohammad Javad Abdoli, head of the county’s Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department.
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2026-01-03 16:55
Khor and Biabanak could emerge as desert tourism hub
TEHRAN--The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has launched a targeted approach to strengthen the desert tourism, support the Sassanid heritage, and improve the residential and service infrastructure of Khor and Biabanak county in Isfahan province. The balanced development of desert tourism will be one of the future drivers of Iran's cultural economy.
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2026-01-03 14:06
Iranian author calls for Safavid-era oil mill to be turned into Bahram Beyzaie museum
TEHRAN - An Iranian author has called for the conversion of a historic oil-extracting mill, which was a filming location for the movie Death of Yazdgerd, into a museum dedicated to Bahram Beyzaie, a celebrated playwright and filmmaker. The oil-extracting mill, better known as Assar-Khaneh in Persian, is located in Aran and Bidgol county of Isfahan province.
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2025-12-30 15:50
Iran overcomes tourism recession faster than many countries
TEHRAN— Iran has been able to overcome the tourism recession faster than many countries in a few months after the 12-day Israeli war against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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2025-12-26 16:32
Araghchi: Preserving Zayandeh-Rood River a national and international necessity
TEHRAN--Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized the historical and cultural status of Isfahan, and said that Isfahan is not just a city, it is a symbol of Iranian civilization, and preserving Zayandeh-Rood River, its historical heritage, and boosting its tourism are considered a national and international necessity.
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2025-12-17 17:11
Isfahan, a platform for Iran's tourism leap with a dedicated airline
TEHRAN--Establishment of Isfahan’s dedicated flight is a promising move and a pleasant event in tourism field.
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2025-12-16 16:53
'Sensitivities on registration of Behzad’s miniature, Samanu by Afghanistan, Tajikistan unfounded'
TEHRAN--Sensitivities regarding global registration of Iranian miniature painter Kamaluddin Behzad’s art (a detailed and symbolic form of painting scenes from history and literature) by Afghanistan and Samanu (a traditional Iranian sweet paste made entirely from mashed germinated wheat) by Tajikistan are unfounded, said Deputy Cultural Heritage Minister Ali Darabi.
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2025-12-15 17:47
Iranology goes beyond academia, Armenian researcher says
TEHRAN—Iranology is a quiet diplomacy between Iran and Armenia. Mariam Zazyan, an Armenian Iranologist, believes that being an Iranologist has a responsibility beyond academic study and can play an effective role in strengthening the cultural and friendly relations between the nations.
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2025-12-15 17:46
Zoroastrian lawmaker highlights restoration of historic fire temples
TEHRAN — An Iranian lawmaker representing the Zoroastrian community has called for continued restoration and protection of historic fire temples in the central province of Isfahan.
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2025-12-09 17:15
Gevorgyan appreciates Iran for protecting cultural heritage of Armenians
TEHRAN--Chairwoman of the Tourism Committee of Armenia Lusine Gevorgyan has appreciated Iran for protecting cultural and historical heritages of Iranian Armenians.
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2025-12-08 17:08
Kashan, a global textile city, eyes development of workshops
TEHRAN--Kashan in Isfahan province has long been considered one of the most important textile centers in the world, and this rich history requires serious and targeted action to preserve and develop this valuable heritage.