Lawmaker criticizes neglect of Khuzestan’s ‘golden triangle’ of tourism

TEHRAN - A senior Iranian lawmaker on Thursday criticized what he called the neglect of Khuzestan province’s key tourism assets, saying inadequate funding has prevented development of the historical cities of Dezful, Susa and Shushtar.

Rangooniha mosque, a monument built with oil pipes, rebars, rails 

TEHRAN—Rangooniha mosque in Abadan city, Khuzestan province, has been built by a Muslim from Myanmar. Oil pipes, rebars and rails have been used in major and minor beams of  Shabestan (an underground space prevalent in traditional Iranian architecture observed in mosque). 

By Afshin Majlesi

Shushtar residents call for UNESCO listing of historical urban fabric

SHUSHTAR (Khuzestan province) - Residents of the historic city of Shushtar in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan province have launched a public campaign calling for the inscription of the city’s historical urban fabric on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, citing its cultural, architectural and living heritage value.

Construction of tourism infrastructure begins in Khorramshahr

TEHRAN--Khorramshahr in Khuzestan province is considered one of the largest museum cities of Iran. According to Head of Khuzestan Cultural Heritage Department Mohammad Jourvand, measures have begun to build tourism infrastructure in Khorramshahr.

Elymaean rock carving discovered in southwest Iran

TEHRAN – A newly identified Elymaean rock carving has been discovered in the highlands of Kuh-e Manar in Andika, southwest Iran, according to the director of the Masjed Soleyman Cultural and Industrial Landscape National Base.

Comprehensive maritime-based economy plan being prepared for Khuzestan

TEHRAN- The acting head of the Industry, Mining, and Trade Department of Khuzestan province announced the formulation of a comprehensive maritime-based economic development plan aimed at the sustainable utilization of coastal, port, and related industrial capacities in the province.

Khuzestan’s silent caves, hidden treasures of tourism

TEHRAN-- Khuzestan province has a hidden treasure deep in its mountains; mysterious caves that have remained hidden in the rock and silence for centuries and today could be the key to tourism prosperity and sustainable employment in this land.

UNESCO representatives visit Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

TEHRAN—A delegation comprising the representatives of UNESCO organization from Algerian, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Iraq visited Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System in Khuzestan province.

Establishment of fishing piers will boost Abadan's tourism, lawmaker says

TEHRAN—Seyyed Mohammad Molavi, an MP representing Abadan in the Iranian parliament, said that fishing piers, jet skis, jet boats, and other water sports should be activated in the Bahmanshir and Arvandrud rivers to develop tourism in the region.

Dezpart Pomegranate Festival to boost local tourism

TEHRAN--The third Pomegranate Festival of Dezpart county in Khuzestan province will be held on Thursday, in Tang-e Qaf (Qaf Strait) tourist area, to introduce the agricultural potential, especially the high-quality pomegranate product of the region, as well as showcasing the local culture and customs.

Iran 6,000 years ago, ahead of Mesopotamia in innovation, culture

TEHRAN-- New excavations at the ancient site of Chega Sofla in southeast of Khuzestan province have provided a new picture of the history of early Near East civilizations.

Ahvaz hosts its first coffee festival

TEHRAN - The first coffee festival in Khuzestan province opened Tuesday evening in Ahvaz, drawing residents and visitors from across the country, provincial officials said.

4,000-year-old Elamite relief found in southwest Iran

TEHRAN – Archaeologists have identified a small Elamite relief in Izeh, Khuzestan province, depicting a king in prayer to a sun and justice deity, Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage said on Tuesday.

Khuzestan province to host multimedia festival of cultural heritage

TEHRAN – Iran will hold the fourth International Multimedia Festival of Cultural Heritage in Khuzestan province in January 2026, the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said on Monday.

Khuzestan province becoming Iran's coastal and river tourism hub

TEHRAN—Khuzestan province is becoming Iran's coastal and river tourism hub, said Seyyed Mohammadreza Mavalizadeh, the province’s governor-general.

Funeral ceremony held for seven martyrs of Israeli strikes in Ahvaz

TEHRAN – People in the city of Ahvaz, southwestern Khuzestan province, held funeral ceremony for four military forces and three civilians who had been martyred in the Zionist regime's attacks in the province.

Temple within UNESCO-listed Tchogha Zanbil restored

TEHRAN – The first phase of a specialized conservation and restoration project on the Inshushinak Temple, located on the first floor of the Tchogha Zanbil Ziggurat in Khuzestan province, has been successfully completed, a cultural heritage official announced on Monday.

Armenian churches in Abadan and Ahvaz seen as potential tourism attractions

TEHRAN - Armenian churches and cemeteries in the Iranian cities of Abadan and Ahvaz hold significant potential to boost cultural tourism, according to an Iranian lawmaker representing the Armenian community.

Izeh on threshold of registration as national kilim city

Izeh, a city in the southwestern province of Khuzestan, is on the way to becoming a national kilim city due to the unique quality of its hand-woven kilims. This measure can introduce it to the global handicraft scene.

Historical caravanserai in Khuzestan set for restoration 

TEHRAN – The historical Dehdez caravanserai, a centuries-old structure in the southwestern province of Khuzestan that has long stood abandoned, is set to undergo a major restoration, according to a county official.

Chinese archaeologists visit Susa’s World Heritage site

TEHRAN – On Thursday, a group of Chinese archaeologists, professors, and students visited the UNESCO World Heritage site of Susa in southwest Iran, gaining insights into the region's rich history, civilization, and unique historical artifacts.

Deputy tourism minister visits UNESCO-listed Tchogha Zanbil in Khuzestan

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, Ali Darabi, Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, visited the UNESCO-listed Tchogha Zanbil, a prehistorical ruined ziggurat in Khuzestan province as part of his official tour of heritage projects in the region.

President allocates over $1.7b to Khuzestan’s infrastructure projects

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian, accompanied by several cabinet members, paid a two-day visit to Khuzestan Province to address pressing issues and oversee key development initiatives. The trip resulted in significant decisions aimed at revitalizing the province’s economy and infrastructure.

Europeans can only dream of Iran's weakening: President Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has responded to European views on Iran's supposed vulnerabilities, confidently asserting that with the support of the people and industry leaders, Iran would overcome any challenges.

Tourism minister visits Susa, highlights its ‘glorious’ World Heritage

TEHRAN - On Wednesday, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, visited the UNESCO-registered ancient city of Susa in Khuzestan province. During his visit, he emphasized the city’s universal significance and its vital role in Iranian and global history.