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Iran calls for Russian partnerships in tourism development
TEHRAN - The Iranian Ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, has extended an invitation to Russian firms to invest in Iran's tourism infrastructure.
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2024-05-12 17:48
Iran to launch sea services linking major islands to Dubai and Oman
TEHRAN - Iran is set to launch new marine services connecting the Islands of Kish and Qeshm to Dubai and Oman in the Persian Gulf.
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2024-04-14 17:21
Qeshm geosites draw 387k visitors in year
TEHRAN – A total of 387,925 visits were made to the main geosites of Qeshm Island by both domestic and foreign tourists during the solar year 1402 [March 21, 2023 to March 19, 2024], according to related officials.
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2024-04-14 17:15
85,000 people underpin Hormozgan’s reputation as a living museum of handicrafts
TEHRAN – Hormozgan province is home to over 85,000 craftspeople who have inherited ancient skills from their ancestors.
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2024-04-07 17:28
Kish island to launch tourism consortium
TEHRAN - In a bid to bolster sustainable tourism, the CEO of the Kish Free Zone Organization has announced the formation of a special consortium dedicated to travel affairs.
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2024-04-03 17:09
Over 750,000 holidaymakers visit Qeshm Island
TEHRAN - Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf hosted more than 750,000 travelers who explored its breathtaking landscapes and cultural attractions during the Persian New Year holiday period.
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2024-03-09 21:15
1st Qeshm Oud Festival concludes at Portuguese Castle in Persian Gulf
TEHRAN-The closing ceremony of the 1st Qeshm Oud Festival was held on Friday at the Portuguese Castle in Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf, and winners of different sections received their awards.
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2024-02-28 17:23
Chinese joyful encounters in Iran vs. negative media portrayals
TEHRAN – A recent visit to Iran by a group of Chinese social media influencers has sparked discussions about their fresh perceptions of the country along with their people’s common stereotypes about Iran.
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2024-02-26 17:40
Qeshm Island: a journey through Iran’s geological wonderland
TEHRAN - Qeshm, the largest island in the Persian Gulf, stands out as one of Iran’s most enchanting destinations.
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2023-12-25 18:11
Tourism dialogue: Tunisia and Iran explore cooperative paths
TEHRAN – Travel insiders from Tunisia and Iran convened in Tehran for a significant meeting on Monday aimed at fostering collaboration in the tourism sector.
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2023-12-06 17:44
Ancient port lights up wind towers for sake of tourism
TEHRAN – All the wind towers in Laft have been lit up for the sake of tourism in the ancient port city, which is situated on Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf.
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2023-10-09 17:43
Kish Island, a premier destination for domestic travelers, seeks more overseas arrivals
TEHRAN—Kish Free Zone Organization CEO Rahim Sarhangi has said the southern Iranian island seeks to attract more international visitors.
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2023-09-01 18:19
Hormuz Island still under-the-radar destination
TEHRAN—Hormuz Island in the Persian Gulf is still an under-the-radar destination for many potential sightseers, a local official has said.
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2023-08-19 19:08
Launch of Qeshm-Sulaymaniyah direct flights discussed
TEHRAN – Tourism officials from Qeshm and Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region have discussed the launch of direct flights between Sulaymaniyah and the southern Iranian island.
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2023-08-09 20:00
Qeshm Geopark plans to promote sustainable tourism
TEHRAN – The UNESCO-designated Qeshm Geopark plans to promote sustainable tourism and launch a campaign to empower local communities and foster job creation, its director said on Wednesday.
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2023-04-02 20:00
Hormozgan province exports $3 million of handicrafts in year
TEHRAN - Handicrafts exports from Hormozgan province reached $3 million during the past Iranian calendar year 1401, which came to an end on March 20.
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2023-03-18 19:14
Over 27,000 people visit Qeshm in two days
TEHRAN – The Persian Gulf island of Qeshm has recorded over 27,000 tourist arrivals in two days, a local official has said.
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2022-11-25 19:30
British Cemetery in Qeshm to undergo restoration
TEHRAN – A historical British Cemetery, which is situated on Qeshm Island of the Persian Gulf, is to be restored in the near future, the head of the Qeshm Free Zone Organization said on Wednesday.
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2022-11-25 18:06
By Afshin Majlesi
Eight awe-inspiring natural wonders for your bucket list
Apart from symmetrical mosques, eye-catching mansions, and magnificent ruins, Iran’s diverse and dramatic landscape reveals a wealth of unspoiled scenery that will surprise nature lovers.
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2022-10-31 16:55
Loading, unloading in Qeshm ports hit over 4m tons
TEHRAN - Over four million tons of goods have been unloaded and loaded in the ports of Qeshm Island in southern Iran during the first seven months of the current Iranian year (March 21-October 22), a maritime official said.
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2022-10-23 19:38
Wind-eroded ridge, salt cave from Iran join IUGS list
TEHRAN—The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) has added two Iranian spots to its list of the top 100 geological sites.
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2022-09-25 14:05
Commodities worth over $100m exported from Qeshm Free Zone in 5 months
TEHRAN- Products valued at $107.317 million were exported from Qeshm Free Zone in the southern Qeshm Island during the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-August 22), the head of the zone’s Customs Department announced.
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2022-09-13 18:08
By Afshin Majlesi
On Iranian islands, long walks, bike rides and amazing sceneries
TEHRAN—Sun-kissed beaches in a wide-open blue sky, rich cultures and untouched pockets of wilderness are just a few alluring characteristics of the Iranian islands.
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2022-09-06 18:28
Aras Geopark one step closer to UNESCO registration
TEHRAN - Aras Geopark in northern Iran came one step closer to possibly being registered by UNESCO on Monday when it gained preliminary approval from the 7th Asia Pacific Geoparks Network Symposium (APGN).
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2022-08-26 21:30
Restorers finish work on historical core of Laft
TEHRAN—A team of restorers has finished renewing cobblestone paths in the historical core of Laft, a southernmost Iranian village in the Persian Gulf.
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2022-07-25 19:37
Going beyond the beach: best things to do on Qeshm Island
TEHRAN – Think of the vast Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf, and a certain image comes to mind: unblemished white-sand beaches, lapped by clear turquoise waters.
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2022-06-20 18:19
Iran optimistic to win UNESCO status for geopark
TEHRAN – Iran is hoping to win a UNESCO recognition for its Aras Geopark, which covers an area of about 1670 square kilometers.
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2022-04-26 21:27
Laft’s historical core undergoes restoration
TEHRAN – A restoration work has commenced on the historical texture of Laft, a southernmost Iranian village in the Persian Gulf.
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2021-12-20 17:57
Discover pristine places to visit in Qeshm Island
TEHRAN – People all over the world know Iran as the land of historical sites, deserts, mountains, and forests, but in the south of Iran and in the heart of the Persian Gulf there are islands that are important tourist destinations.
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2021-12-12 20:00
Indigenous relics, historical documents on show in southern Iran
TEHRAN – A cultural heritage exhibition featuring Hormozgan province’s indigenous relics, handicrafts, and historical documents is currently underway in southern Iran.