Direct flights to be launched between Urmia and Istanbul

TEHRAN - A new direct flight route between Urumia, the capital of Iran’s West Azarbaijan province, and Istanbul is set to be launched within days.

By Mehdi Zare, professor at earthquake prediction center, IIEES

6.2 earthquake in the Sea of Marmara and warning of a major earthquake in Istanbul

TEHRAN - A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 in the Sea of Marmara, 40 km from Istanbul, Turkiye, shook at 12:49 pm local time on April 23, 2025. All thirty-three stations of the IIEES Iranian broadband seismic network of the International Institute of Seismology and Earthquake Engineering throughout Iran recorded this earthquake. The mechanism of the earthquake is strike-slip, and the epicenter of the earthquake is located at a depth of approximately 10 km and about 40 km southwest of Istanbul within the Sea of Marmara.

Mazandaran, Istanbul sci-tech parks to beef up ties

TEHRAN –Mazandaran’s science and technology park, and Istanbul’s Biruni Teknopark, have discussed ways to broaden their technological and scientific interactions.

Iran showcases charm at EMITT 2025

TEHRAN – Iran participated in the Eastern Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Exhibition (EMITT), which was held in Istanbul from February 5 to 7.

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.

Iran ranks Türkiye’s fifth source of tourism

TEHRAN - In the first seven months of the current year, Iran emerged as the fifth-largest source of tourists for Türkiye, contributing significantly to the country’s booming tourism sector.

Iranian play "Story of Khosrow for Shahrazad" to be Performed in Istanbul

TEHRAN- Iranian director Hamed Sheikhi plans to stage his play "Story of Khosrow for Shahrazad" in Istanbul, Turkey on June 29 and 30. 

Iranian arrivals in Türkiye surge 87 percent in January

TEHRAN – The number of Iranian travelers visiting Türkiye jumped 87 percent during January compared to the same month a year earlier.

Turkey welcomed 2.9 million Iranian visitors in January-November

TEHRAN – The number of Iranian nationals visiting Turkey reached 2.9 million from January to November, which marks a 5 percent increase compared with the same period in 2022.

Iran set to showcase unique cultural offerings at Souvenir Expo Turkey

TEHRAN – Iran has confirmed its participation in the Souvenir Expo Turkey, marking a significant moment for cultural exchange and trade relations between various nations.

Turkey saw 2.1 million Iranian tourists from January to October

TEHRAN - Turkey saw 2.1 million tourist arrivals from Iran during the first ten months of the current year, its Culture and Tourism Ministry has said.

1.9 million Iranians visit Turkey in nine months

TEHRAN – Turkey welcomed 1.9 million Iranian nationals during the first nine months of the year.

Iran was Turkey’s 4th tourism source in October

TEHRAN—A total of 280,951 Iranian nationals visited Turkey in October, making the Islamic Republic the fourth tourism source for its neighboring country during the month.

Iran’s knowledge-based delegation to attend IMEX Istanbul

TEHRAN- A delegation of Iranian knowledge-based companies will present their products and display their capabilities by setting up a pavilion at Turkey’s IT, Software, Communication, and New Technologies Exhibition (IMEX).

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4 enticing suggestions for summer travel

As the hot summer season approaches, we are all in search of the best destinations for Participating in a Touristic Tour. During this time of year, nature showcases itself in its finest form and reveals its unique attractions to us. While the world is full of beautiful and remarkable destinations, in this article, we will focus on four enticing and exceptional suggestions for summer travel, each offering an unforgettable experience.

Iran ranked fifth tourism source for Turkey in October

TEHRAN– Iranian nationals became the fifth source of tourism for neighboring Turkey in October.

Narges Abyar on Mercy to the Universe International Short Film Festival jury

TEHRAN – Narges Abyar, director of the acclaimed drama “When the Moon Was Full”, has been selected for the international jury of the Mercy to the Universe International Short Film Festival, which opened on Thursday in Istanbul, Turkey.

Iran attends OIC Conference of Information Ministers

TEHRAN – Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, Mohammad-Mehdi Esmaeili, is in Istanbul, Turkey, to attend the 12th Conference of Information Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

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Install the necessary applications for traveling to Istanbul

Today, applications have become an important part of our daily lives. Many applications are designed to help travelers, which will make your trip more relaxed and bring new events in front of you.

Russia pledges to reduce military acts near Kyiv as peace talks progress

General Alexander Fomin, Russia's deputy defense minister, told reporters on Tuesday that Russia would reduce its military activity around Kyiv and Chernihiv in light of the "meaningful" negotiations with Ukraine, DW reported.