Kenyan ambassador visits Kashan, appreciates its beauty 

TEHRAN – On Sunday, Nairobi’s ambassador to Tehran Joshua I. Gatimu visited several tourist attractions in the ancient city of Kashan, central Iran. 

Exhibit of handwoven carpets, tableau rugs opens in Tehran

TEHRAN – Countrywide selections of handmade carpets and tableau rugs have been put on show at the Niavaran Cultural-Historical Complex in northern Tehran.

House of Lucie opens Iranian branch in Kashan 

TEHRAN – House of Lucie, a major New York-based photography exhibition venue, opened a branch in the central Iranian city of Kashan on Thursday.

Vintage Volkswagens stage rally in support of responsible tourism

TEHRAN – On Thursday, a total of 24 vintage Volkswagens from across Iran started to join a car rally towards Kashan in support of responsible tourism during the COVID era.

Louvre considers joint exhibit of Sialk objects, documents

TEHRAN – The Louvre and Sialk archaeological consider holding a joint exhibit on French excavations at the prehistorical settlement which is situated in the heart of Iran.

Frescos of historical caravanserai restored in Kashan 

TEHRAN – A restoration work has recently been completed on the decorative paintings of the entrance corridor of Gomrok Caravanserai in Kashan, Central province of Isfahan, Kashan’s tourism chief has announced. 

Iran wants UNESCO recognition for archaeologically-rich Sialk

TEHRAN – Iran is preparing to nominate its archaeologically-rich Sialk Hill for a possible UNESCO registration.

Glimpses of copper and coppersmithing in ancient Iran

TEHRAN - History on the usage of copper is best understood when studied under the three stages of its use throughout human life namely, the Chalcolithic or Copper Age, Bronze Age, and the ancient times. And some anthropologists believe copper to be the first metal used by humans due to its softness and ease of manipulation.

Colorful destinations: what to do in every season in Iran?

TEHRAN - If you’re thinking about traveling to Iran whenever the coronavirus is finally behind us, you might wonder what time of year is best.

Kashan: a living piece of history on the edge of harsh desert

Kashan is home to many historical places, photogenic bazaars, mosques, madrasas, caravansaries, and centuries-old houses some of which transformed into cozy boutique hotels where you could experience the traditional life. 

7 beautiful mosques for your must-visit list in Iran

TEHRAN – Picturesque domes, minarets, vibrant colors, intricate tilework, and welcoming atmosphere are inseparable elements of mosques in every corner of Iran.

Historically distinct bathhouse back to former glory 

TEHRAN – A historically distinct bathhouse, where a popular reformist prime minister of Iran was murdered in the mid-19th century, has been restored to former glory. 

Iranian National Observatory inaugurated

TEHRAN – The Iranian National Observatory (INO), which is said to kick off a big movement in the area of astronomy in the country, was inaugurated near the city of Kashan, central Isfahan province, on Monday.

Iranian police arrest suspected smuggler, seize ancient coins

TEHRAN – Iranian police forces have arrested a person suspected of smuggling ancient artifacts and recovered seven ancient coins.

10 Iran travel destinations you must see

Dream vacations: 12 most unique travel destinations in Iran

TEHRAN – Embracing 24 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Iran is an amazingly underrated country with an immense history, sociable people, and magnificent architecture.

Cultural elements in Kashan added to national heritage list

TEHRAN – Two time-honored cultural elements, passed down from generation to generation in the city of Kashan, have been registered in the national intangible cultural heritage list, Kashan’s deputy tourism chief has announced.

Ancient gypsum furniture discovered in fire temple central Iran

TEHRAN – Sets of gypsum furniture including an engraved table and chairs have recently been discovered during an archaeological excavation in central Iran.

Top Iranian cities where echoes of ancient civilizations still resonate

TEHRAN – If you are drawn to ancient destinations, Iran could be your thing. The country bears some of history’s biggest names – Cyrus the Great and Darius, Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan – all left their footprints and the regions they conquered or ruled over are now among top travel destinations of the modern country.

Annual rosewater festival held in Saruq

TEHRAN - On Friday, a rosewater distillation festival kicked off in the ancient town of Saruq, which lies in the heart of the Iranian plateau.

Handwoven carpets depicting tourist destinations unveiled in Kashan

TEHRAN – Two handwoven carpets, which depict arrays of significant tourist destinations of Kashan, have been unveiled in the central Iranian city.

Tourism minister cuts ribbon on accommodation centers in Kashan 

TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Ali-Asghar Mounesan inaugurated a hotel and two traditional guesthouses during his visit to the central city of Kashan on Tuesday. 

More illegal constructions tore down near glorious Sialk hills

TEHRAN – Other illegally-built structures -- previously constructed within the legal boundaries of Sialk hills, were brought down to earth on Monday.

Living museum of oil extraction to get off the ground near Kashan

TEHRAN – A centuries-old Assarkhane, a traditional factory where special mills were used to grind oilseeds, is set to be turned into a living museum of oil extraction near the oasis city of Kashan, central Iran.