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Iran seeks to attract more sightseers from Japan

TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran aims to draw further travelers from Japan, a tourism ministry official in charge of foreign tourism marketing has said.

2022-07-03 18:48

Kashan to become ‘event-oriented’ tourism hub

TEHRAN – Kashan tourism directorate seeks to promote the oasis town and its surrounding villages into an ‘event-oriented’ tourism hub.

2022-07-01 18:22

Masouleh joins League of Historical Cities

TEHRAN – Ancient Masouleh, one of the top tourist destinations in northern Iran, has joined the League of Historical Cities, Masouleh’s mayor has said.

2022-06-25 18:53

The valleys of Assassins, a drive back in time

TEHRAN – One of the most amazing parts of Iran’s Qazvin province, the valleys of Assassins were once the spine of Hasan-e Sabbah (1070–1124) and his followers as remnants of their history are everywhere, hiding in the ancient sight.

2022-06-13 21:03

Intl. medical visits to Fars province hits record high

TEHRAN – The number of international travelers who received medical services in Fars province’s hospitals hits a record high during the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year, the province's deputy governor-general has said.

2022-06-07 19:38

World’s ‘biggest’ adobe fort to host overnight trippers

TEHRAN – The UNESCO-registered Bam citadel, which is the biggest adobe fort worldwide, is prepared to host overnight guests, the director of the World Heritage site has said.

Visits to Ali Sader cave reach record high

2022-06-05 22:01

Visits to Ali Sadr cave reach record high

TEHRAN – Visits to Ali Sadr reached a record high on June 3 when 9,000 sightseers toured the gigantic water-filled cavern wieldy believed to date from the Jurassic era.

Eager for slice of village life? Iran is your taste

2022-05-31 18:42

Eager for a slice of village life? Iran is your taste

TEHRAN – There are numerous remote and offbeat villages on the Iranian plateau that attract throngs of visitors eager for a slice of village life, natural marvels, and a tradition of cleanliness.

2022-05-25 18:52

More than 500 historical monuments, sites in Yazd undergo restoration in year

TEHRAN – Yazd’s tourism chief has said over 500 historical monuments and sites underwent restoration in the central Iranian province during the past Iranian calendar year (ended on March 20).

2022-05-24 19:28

Route unveiled to lead sightseers to Yazd’s beating heart

TEHRAN – On Monday, tourism authorities of Yazd, which its historical core gains UNESCO status, unveiled a new route to lead sightseers to the beating heart of the Iranian oasis city.

2022-05-16 19:05

Sleep under the stars: where to pitch a tent in Iran

TEHRAN – Many people travel to Iran to visit ample spaces of prehistorical, ancient, and Islamic sites. Of course, it’s a great motivation to visit a country, another trump card is its pristine, natural landscapes.

2022-05-07 17:03

How is seeing Iran on two wheels

TEHRAN - Professional bikers say cycling brings you nearer to the land and its people than just about any other style of traveling; since you control the pace, you have a chance to feel the changing landscapes or stop at a friendly café or whenever you like.

2022-05-04 23:37

Imam Mosque scaffolding to come down after 10 years

TEHRAN – The scaffolding on the 17th-century Imam Mosque is scheduled to be off in near future, Isfahan province’s tourism chief has said.

A close-knit Polish family enjoys being together while visiting the atmospheric Jameh Mosque of Yazd on October 10, 2019.

2022-03-12 18:42

By Afshin Majlesi

How Iran tourism may improve battered image?

TEHRAN – A hidden gem and a backpacker’s dream, Iran holds vast potential as a holiday destination with stunning landscapes, numerous World Heritage sites, and above all, its hospitable people.

2022-02-22 21:16

Isfahan to offer off the beaten routes

TEHRAN – Isfahan tourism directorate plans to formulate novel itineraries to be proposed to potential travelers to the historical Iranian province.

A foodie paradise where it’s not just food on the menu

2022-02-21 18:40

By Afshin Majlesi

A foodie paradise where it’s not just food on the menu

Nowadays, a soaring number of travelers are looking for something different like spending all day in a tranquil landscape where you can hike up mountains in the thick mist of the morning and picnic by waterfalls in the shadow of jagged rocks in the afternoon.

2022-02-16 19:05

Photo exhibit offers surprising, lesser-seen Iran destinations

TEHRAN – A group photography exhibition has put on show a collection of surprising and lesser-seen travel destinations from every corner of Iran.

From left to right, a photo combination depicts the rocky village of Kandovan, the UNESCO-registered Bazaar of Tabriz, and Shahgoli Park as some gorgeous travel destinations of Tabriz, northwest Iran.

2022-02-07 21:41

By Afshin Majlesi

Prime destinations: top 10 places to go in the city of Tabriz

TEHRAN – Once a buffer between empires, Tabriz is now turned into a bustling metropolis filled with scenic destinations.

Time to restart? Tehran tourism fair kicks off amid virus concerns

2022-01-29 18:51

By Afshin Majlesi

Time to restart? Tehran tourism fair kicks off amid virus concerns

TEHRAN – Early on Saturday, doors of the 15th Tehran International Tourism Exhibition opened to people as a mounting wave of coronavirus puts high hopes of travel insiders in the hand of fate.

2022-01-25 18:52

Golestan Palace offers experience you can enjoy from home

TEHRAN – The UNESCO-designated Golestan Palace has provided a new virtual tour of the majestic complex, which is located in downtown Tehran.

2022-01-14 17:12

Hamedan where nature meets culture

TEHRAN - Hamedan never falls short of offering exciting ideas to its visitors. Astonishing archaeological sites, scenic nature, tranquil gardens, vaulted domed bazaars, and more importantly its hospitable people are amongst the highlights of the Iranian city.

Kashan is where you can dive into ancient Iranian culture

2022-01-10 17:55

By Afshin Majlesi

Kashan is where you can dive into ancient Iranian culture

TEHRAN – Atmospheric spaces, rosewater, textiles, rugs, delicious dishes, and above all, hospitable people are some famous examples to describe Kashan in central Iran. The delightful oasis city is famed for numerous architectural masterpieces, a photogenic bazaar, and many old traditional houses some of which transformed into cozy boutique hotels where sightseers may feel the traditional lifestyle.

What it’s like to meet 5000-year-old tree

2022-01-09 17:55

By Afshin Majlesi

What it’s like to meet 5000-year-old tree

TEHRAN – At the age of almost five millennia, Sarv-e Abarkuh is a solid, tall tree still covering itself with glory, reaching 25 meters in height, 11.5 meters in width of its trunk, and 18 meters in circumference.

A view of Qa’leh Babak in East Azarbaijan province, northwest Iran.

2022/01/07

By Afshin Majlesi

10 incredible fortresses everyone should visit while in Iran

TEHRAN – A bridge between eastern and western parts of the world, Iran is home to countless ancient fortresses which draw the attention of thousands of sightseers and researchers each year.

A drawing from the ruins of Istakhr in the 19th century

2021-12-01 17:28

Istakhr, once legendary residence of Persian kings

TEHRAN – The ancient city of Istakhr was the seat of local governments and a royal residence of Persian kings during the Sassanid era. Moreover, it acquired importance as a center of priestly wisdom and orthodoxy.

Discover enigmatic Lut Desert for soaking up the sun this winter

2021-11-19 17:52

By Afshin Majlesi

Discover enigmatic Lut Desert for soaking up the sun this winter

TEHRAN – As the temperatures begin to drop, many avid vacationers seize the opportunity with open arms. On the one hand, winter is welcomed by skiers and snowboarders and on the other by those who want to escape the cold to soak up the sun.