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2025-12-07 17:33
Minister urges restoration of Arak bazaar ahead of possible UNESCO review
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister said on Saturday that the historical bazaar of Arak requires urgent restoration work as the government pursues its possible inscription on UNESCO’s World Heritage list.
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2025-11-29 17:34
Pomegranate Festival begins in Saveh
TEHRAN—Saveh’s Fourth National Pomegranate Festival, hosted by the historic Jameh Mosque of Saveh, began on Saturday with the presence of national and provincial officials, agricultural activists, and gardeners from across the country.
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2025-11-26 16:59
Third excavation season begins at Zel Hastijan cave
TEHRAN-- The third excavation season has begun in Zel Hastijan Cave, in the city of Delijan, Markazi province.
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2025-11-14 17:16
Saveh holds Samanu-Pazan ritual to mark Hazrat Fatemeh Zahra martyrdom
TEHRAN--Samanu-Pazan ritual is held by the people of Saveh city in Markazi province, during the mourning days of martyrdom of Hazrat Fatemeh Zahra (SA) as in previous years.
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2025-10-22 17:54
Hazaveh, a sweet destination for rural tourism
TEHRAN--Hazaveh village in Arak, Markazi province, is one of the most prominent destinations for rural tourism.
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2025-10-08 12:18
IRAN STONE EXPO 2025 inaugurated with presence of South Korean ambassador
TEHRAN- The 17th Iran International Stone Exhibition was inaugurated on Tuesday in Nimvar City, Mahallat County, Markazi Province, in center of Iran, with the presence of South Korean Ambassador to Iran Kim Junpyo, as well as other ambassadors and commercial attachés from several countries.
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2025-10-07 13:41
South Korean ambassador hails Markazi Province as industrial hub, eyeing deeper co-op
TEHRAN – The South Korean Ambassador to Iran Kim Junpyo has praised Markazi Province’s industrial capacity, saying it has become a highly attractive destination for investment with over 3,000 manufacturing units already established there.
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2025-04-22 18:06
Neolithic and Chalcolithic archaeological site discovered in Mahallat, central Iran
TEHRAN– Iranian archaeologists in Markazi province have uncovered a prehistoric settlement site which dates back to the late Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods, according to provincial heritage officials.
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2025-02-26 18:34
Chalangari, the ancient art of blacksmithing in Iran
TEHRAN - In the heart of Iran's Markazi province, where the echoes of ancient craftsmanship still resonate, the art of blacksmithing stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience.
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2025-01-21 15:04
Non-oil export from Markazi province up 39% in 9 months on year
TEHRAN- The value of non-oil export from Markazi province, in the center of Iran, rose 39 percent in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20 - December 21, 2024), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, the director-general of the province’s customs department announced.
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2025-01-11 18:11
Zayandeh-Rood’s revival underlined as national heritage
TEHRAN – Isfahan province’s deputy governor-general for political and social affairs, Ayoub Darvishi, has reaffirmed efforts to restore the Zayandeh-Rood River as a national and tourism heritage site.
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2024-12-13 17:25
Restoration of 17th-century Aveh caravanserai underway
TEHRAN - A new phase of restoration work has commenced on a Shah Abbasi Caravanserai in the historic town of Aveh, located in Saveh county of Markazi province.
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2024-11-23 18:00
Iran to form ‘golden rectangle’ tourism hub in central provinces
TEHRAN - Aiming to boost domestic and international tourism, relevant officials have announced plans to create a “golden rectangle” tourism hub connecting the provinces of Isfahan, Semnan, Markazi, and Qom.
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2024-11-15 11:41
Export from Markazi province rises 34%
TEHRAN- As announced by a provincial official, the value of export from Markazi province in the center of Iran rose 34 percent during the first seven months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-October 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
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2024-09-04 06:25
Non-oil export from Markazi province up 56% in 5 months yr/yr
TEHRAN- The value of non-oil export from Markazi province in the center of Iran increased by 56 percent during the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, a provincial official announced.
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2024-08-20 14:10
Export from Markazi province increases 63% in 4 months yr/yr
TEHRAN – As announced by a provincial official, the value of export from Markazi province in the center of Iran rose 63 percent during the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-July 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
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2024-08-16 17:14
Yan Cheshmeh petroglyph site made national cultural heritage
TEHRAN - The ancient petroglyph site of Yan Cheshmeh, part of the historically significant Teymareh region, has been officially registered on Iran’s national list of cultural heritage.
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2024-08-11 18:14
Archaeologists probe ancient mysteries in Farahan Pian
TEHRAN - An archaeological survey is underway in Farahan Pian to investigate and identify Islamic-era elements in the ancient cultural region, which is situated in central Iran.
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2024-07-31 18:09
Iron Age pottery fragments unearthed in central Iran
TEHRAN – An archaeological team has unearthed pottery fragments from the Iron Age during excavations in central Iran.
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2024-07-30 14:16
Export from Markazi province up 47% in 4 months on year
TEHRAN – As announced by a provincial official, the value of export from Markazi province, in the center of Iran, rose by 47 percent during the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20- July 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
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2024-07-22 17:14
Ways to protect Teymareh petroglyphs discussed
TEHRAN – Experts on Sunday discussed strategies and methods for protecting the historical, cultural, and natural landscape of Teymareh, which is home to thousands of petroglyphs.
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2024-07-13 18:01
Archaeological survey underway at Saveh’s 12th-century mosque using GPR technology
TEHRAN - For the first time, archaeologists have utilized Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR) technology to uncover potential historical artifacts at the Jameh Mosque of Saveh, which dates from the 12th century.
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2024-07-01 18:09
Multi-sided agreement signed for Arak’s historical bazaar restoration
TEHRAN - A multi-sided agreement to map out a comprehensive restoration and revitalization of Arak’s historical bazaar was signed on Monday.
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2024-06-14 18:27
Discover distinct charm of Sarouk carpets
TEHRAN - Sarouk carpets, renowned for their exceptional quality and enduring beauty, are among the most famous carpets woven in Iran’s Markazi province.
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2024-05-22 17:29
Gerdoo valley: a landscape adorned with walnut trees
TEHRAN – Home to a great number of walnut trees, Gerdoo (meaning walnut in Persian) valley, located in southern Arak, Iran, is a pleasant ambiance to escape from the hustle and bustle of big cities.
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2024-05-14 17:33
Markazi province to host special programs for Cultural Heritage Week
TEHRAN - Markazi province is preparing for Cultural Heritage Week and International Museum Day with over 20 special programs, aiming to engage all ages and promote awareness of its rich cultural heritage.
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2024-05-14 17:33
Saveh Jameh Mosque on track for UNESCO label
TEHRAN - Markazi province's architectural treasure, Jameh Mosque of Saveh, has taken a significant step towards global recognition as it is included in Iran’s preliminary list for possible world recognition.
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2024-05-01 18:16
Khomein’s rosewater festival gains national recognition
TEHRAN – An annual festival dedicated to roses and rosewater has been officially registered in the national list for intangible cultural heritage, marking a significant milestone for Khomein’s Shahabieh village.
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2024-04-08 17:47
By Elahe Seyfodin
Jiria: a lesser-known village of exquisite carpets
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2024-03-17 17:18
Goush-fil made a national heritage
TEHRAN – The skill of making Goush-fil (Persian: “elephant's ear”), which is fried pastry, has been registered in Iran’s national list for intangible cultural heritage.