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2021-06-30 18:26
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.
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2021-06-29 18:26
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.
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2021-06-28 17:03
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.
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2021-06-23 18:42
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.
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2021-06-22 21:02
10 Iran travel destinations you must see
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2021-06-12 20:48
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.
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2021-06-09 22:01
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.
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2021-05-31 19:16
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.
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2021-05-30 20:41
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.
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2021-05-23 18:51
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.
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2021-03-05 22:40
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.
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2021-03-03 17:39
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.
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2021-02-22 21:00
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.
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2021-02-14 17:45
By Afshin Majlesi
Discover outstanding example of Iranian bathhouse
In earlier times, bathhouses or hammams were not only places for bathing and cleaning up in Iran. They were also venues where people socialized, shared humor and news; a peaceful place for exchanging views about politics and everyday life.
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2021-01-31 21:55
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.
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2021-01-13 19:48
Restoration work begins on centuries-old bazaar in Kashan
TEHRAN –The historic bazaar of Kashan, an oasis city in Iran’s Isfahan province, is going through an extensive restoration.
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2021-01-09 19:30
UNESCO-registered garden, other properties demarcated in Isfahan
TEHRAN – The UNESCO-recognized Bagh-e Fin, a Persian garden, along with 16 other properties across Isfahan province, have recently been demarcated, IRNA reported on Saturday.
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2021-01-08 20:07
Garden houses to be demolished within legal boundaries of Sialk hills
TEHRAN – A total of eight garden houses, which have been constructed within legal boundaries of Sialk hills, are ordered to be brought down to earth near the significant archaeological site in central Iran.
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2020-12-02 22:38
By Afshin Majlesi
12 off-the-beaten-track destinations even Iranians don’t know about
Welcome to some hidden gems you never thought to visit, but really should if you’re planning a trip across Iran.The ancient country is home to thousands of historic and architectural beauties on offer in famed cities like Isfahan and Shiraz, Tabriz, Kashan, Kerman, and Yazd in such a way that its diverse landscapes could be easily overlooked.
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2020-11-20 21:03
By Afshin Majlesi
Khan-e Tabatabaei: another superb mansion of amazing harmony, architecture
Built for a famous Iranian merchant of the 19th century, this elegant house is composed of several sections each decorated with various types of art and architectural features, such as stucco, mirrorwork, tilework, woodwork, and stained glass. The fully restored house is now open to the public.
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2020-11-08 21:51
Under travelers’ eyes: Kashan and its surrounding jewels
TEHRAN - Many travelers to the central Iranian plateau opt to bypass Kashan on their journeys between Tehran, Isfahan, and Yazd, but this delightful oasis city on the edge of the Dasht-e Kavir (aka the Great Salt Desert) is one of the most alluring destinations.
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2020-11-01 19:51
Top 10 cities, islands to visit in Iran
If you are drawn to destinations where echoes of ancient civilizations resonate down through the ages, Iran could be your thing. Some of history’s biggest names – Cyrus the Great and Darius, Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan – all left their footprints here and the regions they conquered or ruled over are now among top travel destinations of the modern country.
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2020-10-27 18:50
Persian handicrafts: 13th-century panel of three tiles from frieze
TEHRAN - These tiles, being kept and displayed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, were once part of a magnificent frieze in a very important religious shrine in Mashhad, northeast Iran.
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2020-10-25 17:49
Persian carpet: a crossroads of intricate designs, lavish colors, and peerless artistry
For millennia, Iran’s eminent carpets, which are adored for their intricate designs, lavish colors, and matchless craftsmanship, have been produced by hand along the nomad trail across the foothills and high plains of the ancient land.
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2020-10-21 11:05
By Afshin Majlesi
10 wonderful cultural sites in Iran you must see
Iran, one of the friendliest countries on Earth, was once the heart of the mighty Persian Empire which almost stretched from Greece all the way to China. And now, what we know as modern Iran is the inheritor of a land full of sites of high cultural values from corner to corner.
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2020-10-03 21:25
Coronavirus cancels Qalishuyan religious ritual
TEHRAN - Qalishuyan, a religious ritual which was held annually in the central city of Kashan, has been called off this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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2020-09-22 21:58
Iranian desert to play host to environment-friendly car rally
TEHRAN – The barren, scorching Maranjab Desert, situated in central Iran, will be hosting tens of 4WD cars for a rally scheduled to be held on October 1 and 2.
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2020-09-13 14:40
Kashan, home to architectural wonders, labyrinthine bazaars
A photo collection depicts a variety of architectural wonders such as atmospheric houses, covered labyrinthine bazaars, public bathhouses, madrasas, caravanserais, mudbrick wind-towers, cisterns, Persian gardens, and boutique hotels scattered across the oasis city of Kashan. Many travelers opt to bypass Kashan on their journeys between Tehran, Isfahan, and Yazd, to visit its must-see destinations on the edge of one of the most beautiful deserts in central Iran.
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2020-09-12 16:40
Photo: Samira Nazari
Kashan, home to architectural wonders, labyrinthine bazaars
A photo collection depicts variety of architectural wonders such as atmospheric houses, covered labyrinthine bazaars, public bathhouses, madrasas, caravanserais, mudbrick wind-towers, cisterns, Persian gardens and boutique hotels scattered across the oasis city of Kashan. Many travelers opt to bypass Kashan on their journeys between Tehran, Isfahan and Yazd, to visit its must-see destinations on the edge of one of the most beautiful deserts in central Iran.
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2020-08-27 02:09
Travelogues: tapping into the past hearing Muharram rituals from Europeans visiting Persia
TEHRAN – Travelogues, inscribed by European travelers to Persia (Iran) over the past centuries, is a good source to hear about Muharram mourning ceremonies from the point of view of Westerners, experts say.
