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2026-02-11 17:31
Qazvin’s Baklava should become a global brand, says deputy minister
TEHRAN – Qazvin’s Baklava (layered pastry dessert), as an example of the art and history of people of Qazvin, should become a global brand through coordination and planning, said the Deputy Minister of Handicrafts at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.
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2026-02-09 14:54
Beyond market: A deep dive into Iran’s traditional bazaars
TEHRAN--Step into an Iranian bazaar, and you step into centuries of history and craftsmanship connection. These ancient marketplaces are not just trade centers; they are living museums where art, culture, and everyday life intertwine.
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2025-12-15 17:47
Iranology goes beyond academia, Armenian researcher says
TEHRAN—Iranology is a quiet diplomacy between Iran and Armenia. Mariam Zazyan, an Armenian Iranologist, believes that being an Iranologist has a responsibility beyond academic study and can play an effective role in strengthening the cultural and friendly relations between the nations.
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2025-10-01 17:25
268 tourism projects worth $130 million inaugurated across Iran
TEHRAN— A total of 268 tourism projects were inaugurated simultaneously via video conference by Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri on Wednesday.
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2025-08-30 16:11
Scaffolding taken down from Qazvin Jameh Mosque after 15 years
TEHRAN – Scaffolding has been removed from the southern iwan of Qazvin’s Jameh Mosque after nearly 15 years, marking the completion of a major restoration project, the provincial cultural heritage chief said on Thursday.
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2025-08-10 16:58
6th excavation season launched at Qal-e Kord cave, one of oldest human settlements in Iran
TEHRAN - The sixth season of archaeological excavations at Qal-e Kord cave in the Avaj county of Iran’s Qazvin province has begun under permits from the Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, the institute said on Saturday.
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2025-07-29 17:07
Ovan Lake: hidden alpine gem of Qazvin you need to visit
TEHRAN-- Nestled in the Alamut valley of Qazvin province, Iran’s Ovan Lake is a breathtaking, crystal-clear alpine lake that remains one of the country’s most underrated natural wonders.
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2025-07-02 16:27
Qazvin’s threefold strategy for tourism highlighted during ministerial visit
TEHRAN - The Governor-General of Qazvin province, Mohammad Nozari, has emphasized a comprehensive three-pronged approach to advancing tourism in the province, encompassing short-, medium-, and long-term strategies.
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2025-07-01 17:35
Alamut Castle nears UNESCO World Heritage status, tourism minister says
TEHRAN - Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts announced on Tuesday that the historic Alamut Castle is on the verge of possibly being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
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2025-05-09 17:49
Ambassadors of five nations visit Qazvin
TEHRAN—Ambassadors and representatives of Uganda, Sierra Leon, Bangladesh, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka visited Qazvin to become acquainted with the economic, cultural, and tourism potentials of the Iranian province.
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2025-03-04 18:15
Qazvin’s Jameh Mosque: a testament to centuries of architectural brilliance
TEHRAN - The Jameh Mosque of Qazvin, also known as the Friday Mosque of Qazvin, stands as one of Iran’s oldest and most historically significant mosques.
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2025-01-11 22:37
“Yahya's Prophecy” exhibit showcases stories of resilience in war refugee camps
TEHRAN- A photo exhibition titled "Yahya's Prophecy" has opened in Qazvin, offering a unique and immersive experience that combines imagery, text, and sound.
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2024-10-14 17:16
Qazvin sees 13% rise in tourist visits in H1
TEHRAN - Qazvin province has experienced a 13 percent increase in the number of visits to its tourist attractions during the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (started on March 20), compared to the same period last year.
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2024-10-08 17:52
Sa’d al-Saltaneh: UNESCO-listed caravanserai still under restoration
TEHRAN - The second phase of a restoration project on the centuries-old Sa’d al-Saltaneh Caravanserai in Qazvin has officially begun, according to the province’s tourism chief.
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2024-10-06 17:50
30% of Iran’s handicrafts made by nomadic communities
TEHRAN – Some 30% of Iran’s handicrafts are produced by its nomadic communities, according to Mojtaba Mizban, the deputy of infrastructure development at the Nomads Affairs Organization of Iran.
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2024-08-28 18:32
House of 20th-century poet set for restoration and revival
TEHRAN - A house that once belonged to Aref Qazvini, a renowned 20th-century Iranian poet, is set to undergo restoration and repurposing as part of a broader initiative to enhance the region’s tourism.
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2024-08-25 17:55
Qazvin: Iran’s capital of calligraphy
TEHRAN - Qazvin, a city with a rich cultural heritage, has long been celebrated as Iran’s capital of calligraphy.
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2024-08-21 18:43
Muharram, New Year rituals added to national tourism calendar
TEHRAN - A number of Muharram mourning rituals as well as a Persian New Year ceremony have recently been included in Iran’s National Tourism Events Calendar.
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2024-08-19 18:00
180,000-year-old child tooth unearthed in Iranian cave
TEHRAN - Archaeologists have discovered a child’s tooth dating back 180,000 years in Qaleh Kord cave, situated in Qazvin, during the fifth season of archaeological excavations at the site.
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2024-08-02 17:17
Erbil hosts Iranian travel insiders on fam tour
TEHRAN - As part of the Qazvin Export Capabilities Exhibition in Iraq, some Iranian tourism managers have embarked on a tour to explore Kurdistan region’s key attractions, enhancing cross-regional tourism collaboration.
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2024-07-29 18:14
Qazvin to promote tourism, crafts capacities in Erbil
TEHRAN - Qazvin province is set to set up a special exhibit in Iraq’s Erbil, aiming to boost its international profile.
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2024-07-28 17:14
Historical elements unearthed in Qazvin’s Safavid court
TEHRAN – Arrays of historical elements, estimated to date from the Safavid, Qajar, and Pahlavi eras, have recently been unearthed at the Dolatkhaneh of Qazvin, which was once a royal complex in the ancient Iranian city.
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2024-07-26 17:34
Qazvin makes a big hit with intl. students
TEHRAN – Tens of international students hailing from some 50 countries, have explored Qazvin’s places of interest in a one-day tour.
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2024-07-17 18:15
Qazvin literary heritage: a new frontier in tourism
TEHRAN - Qazvin, renowned for its literary luminaries like Ubayd Zakani and Ali Akbar Dehkhoda, is launching a literary tourism department aimed at harnessing the rich cultural tapestry.
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2024-07-09 18:10
Qazvin upgrades services for summer guests
TEHRAN - Qazvin province is gearing up for a busy summer season, offering hundreds of beds across various accommodation facilities.
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2024-06-08 18:48
Handicrafts creative house opens doors in Qazvin
TEHRAN - The historical Raoufi House in Qazvin has reopened as a creative house dedicated to handicrafts, aiming to promote local craftsmanship, help create jobs, and attract tourists.
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2024-05-28 22:25
Qazvin’s traditional dolls join national intangible legacy
TEHRAN – Three traditional dolls from Qazvin province have been officially recognized as intangible cultural heritage, highlighting the region’s rich cultural tapestry.
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2024-05-19 18:16
Qazvin museums embrace overseas students
TEHRAN – In commemoration of International Museum Day [May 18], a team consisting of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences’ international students have toured Qazvin’s museums.
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2024-05-07 18:21
Qazvin wins ambassadors’ hearts
TEHRAN – Ambassadors from South Korea, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Nicaragua have recently explored a selection of destinations during their two-day tour to Iran’s Qazvin.
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2024-04-24 17:52
Sardar-e Bozorg: a journey through Qazvin’s subterranean realm
TEHRAN – Ab-Anbar-e Sardar-e Bozorg, composed of mudbrick twin cisterns, stands as a remarkable feat of Iranian architectural ingenuity within the ancient city of Qazvin.