Persian

2026-02-22 16:18

Iran is not like any other West Asian country, Turkish researcher says

TEHRAN -- Iran is not at all like any other country in the West Asia. People are very civil, calm, kind, and cultured. Even in the smallest villages, when they realize you are a foreigner, they treat you with complete respect.

2025-11-28 15:22

Persian-speaking poets from around the world invited to participate in Fajr Intl. Poetry Festival

TEHRAN- The call for the 20th edition of Fajr International Poetry Festival has been announced, aiming to introduce and recognize young poets of our beloved homeland and to foster empathy and solidarity among Persian-speaking communities worldwide.

2025-11-17 15:34

Takht-e Soleyman: A 3,000-year-old mystery in Iran’s history

TEHRAN-Takht-e Soleyman is a unique archaeological site in a mountainous area of West Azarbaijan province, with aspects that remain mysterious even after more than 3,000 years.

2025-10-13 17:21

Gathering of classic cars held in Tabriz in memory of Master Shahriar

TEHRAN-- A large event of historic and classic Mercedes-Benz cars was held in Tabriz, East Azarbaijan province, with the aim of honoring the literary and cultural status of contemporary Persian poet Mohammad Hossein Behjat Tabrizi (Shahriar) with the presence of historic car enthusiasts, tourists and families.

2025-09-24 17:43

Echoes of the Past: Elymaean Worshipper Stone Statue

Discovered in Kalgah Zarin, southwest Iran, by the Iranian Oil Company, this statue is a significant find that was accompanied by a hoard of Seleucid and Parthian coins.

2025-09-16 16:40

Mount Sabalan, the sacred gravity in Iran

TEHRAN--Contrary to common belief, Iran boasts a mountainous terrain enriched by the Alpide belt, giving rise to the Alborz and Zagros mountain ranges that span from northwest to southeast. These rugged landscapes not only offer awe-inspiring natural wonders but also hold anthropological attractions, igniting a profound sense of adventure within you.

2025-09-14 17:30

Global audiences gain access to Iranian heritage through 24-hour TV

TEHRAN — Meysam Shokripour, manager of Persepolis Internet TV, has said the first 24-hour channel dedicated to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, launched less than a year ago, allows audiences worldwide to access Iranian cultural and historical content, including Persepolis, via mobile phones, computers and smart TVs.

2025-08-20 09:35

Sheila R. Canby, who shaped the study of Islamic art, dies at 76

TEHRAN - The world of Islamic art history is mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished figures, Sheila R. Canby, who passed away this week.

2025-08-17 17:57

'Iran, The Land of Legends' hits bookstore shelves

TEHRAN – “Iran, The Land of Legends” is the latest publication by acclaimed photographer and artist Davoud Vakilzadeh, produced in collaboration with the National Museum of Iran.

Center for the Great Islamic Encyclopedia

2025-07-30 22:01

Conference emphasizes Persian’s role in uniting Iran, preserving cultural heritage

TEHRAN- The seventh National Conference on "Languages and Dialects of Iran" brought together scholars and cultural figures at the Center for the Great Islamic Encyclopedia in Tehran on Tuesday to underscore the vital role of the Persian language in fostering unity and solidarity among Iranians.

2025-07-08 17:46

Iran, Tajikistan should be pioneers in unifying Persian-speaking world

TEHRAN—Iran and Tajikistan, as two wings of Persian culture, should be pioneers in unifying the Persian-speaking world, said Hojjatollah Ayyoubi, head of Tourism Ministry’s Center for International Affairs.

2025-01-29 20:04

“M. Butterfly” published in Persian

TEHRAN- “M. Butterfly”, a play by American playwright David Henry Hwang has been published in Persian.

2025-01-19 17:59

Minister hails Tajikistan’s enduring love for Iran and Persian language

TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has said he feels proud of the Tajik people’s unwavering love for Iran and the Persian language.

Yalda Night: a celebration of light and togetherness

2024-12-18 16:49

By Afshin Majlesi

Yalda Night: a celebration of light and togetherness

Once again, Yalda Night is approaching as a celebration of warmth, love, and togetherness cherished by all devotees of the Persian culture.

2024-12-02 22:52

“What Makes Us Human” published in Persian

TEHRAN- “What Makes Us Human”, a picture book written by Victor D.O. Santos ad illustrated by Anna Forlati, has been published in Persian.

2024-11-30 17:56

Anthony Shirley's portrait restored and unveiled at Ali Qapu Palace

TEHRAN - A historic wall painting depicting the English diplomat Sir Anthony Shirley (1565–1635) has been restored and returned to its original location at the centuries-old Ali Qapu Palace in Isfahan.

2024-10-18 00:14

Farsi edition of "The Humanomics in the New Era" released

The Farsi translation of the book "The Humanomics in the New Era", which examines China's approach to humanomics was released on the sidelines of the 6th World Media Summit in Urumqi, China.

2024-10-04 17:41

Iran’s leading tourism cities sign cooperation agreement

TEHRAN - In a significant step toward promoting tourism in Iran, the mayors of Yazd, Isfahan, and Shiraz have signed a trilateral cooperation agreement titled the “Golden Triangle of Iran's Tourism.”

2024-09-24 20:44

Robert Hamblin’s biography of William Faulkner published in Persian

TEHRAN- “Myself and the World,” Robert W. Hamblin’s biography of American prominent writer William Faulkner, has recently been published in Persian.

2024-09-08 17:38

Efforts underway for UNESCO registration of Varamin’s 14th-century mosque

TEHRAN - The head of the Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Office of Varamin county has announced the preparation of a dossier for the Jameh Mosque of Varamin to seek UNESCO World Heritage status.

2024-08-23 17:25

Feasibility study conducted on shark tourism in southern Iran

TEHRAN – An Iranian expert has conducted a research project probing the feasibility of launching shark tourism in the waters surrounding Chabahar in the Sea of Oman.

2024-08-17 18:00

Iran considers 34 mosques for potential UNESCO World Heritage label

TEHRAN – Iran has taken a significant step towards the potential registration of its historical mosques as a collective property on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

2024-08-06 17:40

Centuries-old pavilion in UNESCO-listed Shazdeh Garden to undergo restoration

TEHRAN – A restoration project is arranged to help preserve the centuries-old pavilion in the UNESCO-listed Shazdeh Garden, situated in the Mahan district of Kerman province, southern Iran.

2024-08-04 18:00

Tehran meeting to discuss Assyrian civilization

TEHRAN – The ancient civilization of the Assyrians and their influence in western Iran is set to be the focal point of a meeting that will be held in Tehran next week.

Persian darics were gold coins minted by the Persian Empire and feature the image of a crouched archer. (Image credit: Notion Archaeological Project, University of Michigan)

2024-08-03 18:38

Gold coins, believed to be minted in ancient Persia, discovered in Turkey

TEHRAN - Archaeologists in Turkey have unearthed a pot of buried treasure filled with ancient gold coins, believed to be minted in the Persian Empire.

Iran's Hegmataneh added to UNESCO World Heritage list

2024-07-27 18:14

Iran's Ecbatana added to UNESCO World Heritage list

TEHRAN – Ecbatana, a treasured ancient city of Iran known for its profound historical and cultural significance, has been officially inscribed on the World Heritage List by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

A folio of Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh (the Book of Kings)

2024-07-10 18:25

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