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2025-04-27 17:45
ECO tourism ministers convene in Erzurum to advance regional cooperation
TEHRAN - The 6th Ministerial Meeting on Tourism of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) convened on Saturday in Erzurum, the designated ECO Tourism Capital for 2025.
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2025-04-27 17:44
ECO tourism ministers plant symbolic trees in Erzurum
TEHRAN – On Saturday, tourism ministers from the member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) participated in a symbolic tree-planting ceremony in Turkey’s Erzurum to reaffirm their commitment to regional cooperation and sustainable tourism development.
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2025-04-26 17:43
Iran calls for balanced tourism exchange with Turkey
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has highlighted a significant imbalance in tourism exchanges between Iran and Turkey, calling for a strategic review of policies to achieve a more equitable flow of tourists between the two nations.
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2025-04-26 17:40
Iran, Uzbekistan discuss extended co-op in tourism sector
TEHRAN - Senior officials from Iran and Uzbekistan have held talks aimed at boosting bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector, emphasizing their shared civilizational and cultural heritage as a foundation for closer collaboration.
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2025-04-22 17:56
Yazd recognized as world city of traditional jewelry by World Crafts Council
TEHRAN – The historic city of Yazd has been officially designated as the world city of traditional and handcrafted jewelry by the World Crafts Council (WCC), marking another significant international cultural achievement for Iran.
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2025-04-21 17:04
Aerial mapping of Jiroft archaeological sites conducted for first time
TEHRAN - For the first time, aerial mapping and imaging have been conducted over key archaeological sites in Jiroft, a region renowned for its Bronze Age ruins dating back to the 3rd millennium BC.
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2025-04-20 18:01
Iran, Turkey discuss closer cultural and tourism cooperation
TEHRAN - In a meeting held on Saturday between Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, and Turkey’s ambassador to the Islamic Republic, Hicabi Kirlangic, emphasized strengthening cultural ties and expanding cooperation in tourism and heritage sectors.
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2025-04-20 18:01
Salehi-Amiri: Sadi’s language, a means of cultural diplomacy
TEHRAN - The culture and language of great Iranian poet Sadi Shirazi stems from identity of Iranians, said Minister of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri on Saturday.
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2025-04-20 17:57
Iran launches monitoring plan to track land subsidence at historic sites
TEHRAN - Iran has launched a national plan to monitor land subsidence in and around its historical sites, according to Seyyed Hamid Pourmohammadi, Head of the Planning and Budget Organization.
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2025-04-14 17:19
Iran advances cultural diplomacy at UAE investment forum
TEHRAN – Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, has emphasized the strategic significance of Iran’s participation in the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress 2025, held last week in the United Arab Emirates. In a recent statement, the minister described the event as a vital platform for advancing Iran’s cultural diplomacy and promoting the country’s rich civilizational identity on the global stage.
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2025-04-13 17:23
Minister hails ‘successful’ Nowruz travel season, highlights growth in domestic tourism
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, praised the success of the 1404 (2025) Nowruz travel season, describing it as one of the most satisfying and least problematic in recent years.
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2025-04-05 18:35
40% of Iranians travel during Nowruz holidays, tourism minister says
TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri on Friday said 40 percent of the country’s population traveled during the Nowruz Holidays.
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2025-04-04 17:09
Iranian tourism ministry seeks to expand international outreach
TEHRAN– Iran’s Deputy Minister of Tourism, Anoushirvan Mohseni-Bandpey, has highlighted ongoing efforts by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts to enhance tourism and facilitate travel for Iranian expatriates and foreign visitors.
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2025-04-01 12:51
Minister underlines job creation at opening of 5-star hotel in northern Iran
TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has announced that a private sector investment of $150 million in a newly built five-star hotel in Nowshahr has led to the creation of 900 jobs in Mazandaran province, northern Iran.
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2025-03-31 14:34
Tourism minister highlights Eid al-Fitr as opportunity for unity in Islamic World
TEHRAN – Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, extended his congratulations to the Iranian people and Muslims worldwide on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, describing it as a chance to strengthen civilizational and religious ties within the Islamic world.
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2025-03-15 19:52
By Afshin Majlesi
Iran welcomes Nowruz, a season of renewal
With the countdown to Nowruz underway, Iran is buzzing with preparations for one of the most significant and cherished celebrations in Iranian culture. Millions plan to travel across the country or beyond to historical sites, natural landscapes, and family homes, while others will remain in their hometowns to observe traditional family gatherings.
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2025-03-11 22:07
Strategic deal signed to integrate science in Iran’s heritage conservation
TEHRAN – Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology to enhance national identity and cultural preservation.
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2025-03-09 19:04
Investments along southern and northern Iranian coastlines in progress, tourism minister says
TEHRAN - Iran’s tourism minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has announced plans to boost tourism investments along the country’s northern and southern coastlines, highlighting the untapped potential of the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, and the Caspian Sea.
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2025-03-07 18:50
Jiroft is not just a city but a symbol of identity, history, and civilization: tourism minister
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has emphasized the global significance of Jiroft’s ancient civilization and called for greater efforts to showcase its historical and cultural value to the world.
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2025-03-05 17:43
Tehran to host 5th Intl. Conference on Nowruz Diplomacy
TEHRAN - Tehran is set to host the Fifth International Conference on Nowruz Diplomacy and the Nowruz Trophy on March 8 at the Niavaran Cultural-Historical Center.
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2025-03-03 17:48
UN Tourism chief highlights Iran’s role in travel industry
TEHRAN – UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili has emphasized the need to enhance cooperation with Iran to foster sustainable development in the tourism industry.
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2025-02-28 18:34
Iran’s handicraft exports reach $224 million in year
TEHRAN - Iran has exported $224 million worth of handicrafts during the current Persian calendar year (started on March 20, 2024), with an equal amount estimated to have been exported through suitcase trade, according to the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.
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2025-02-28 18:22
Rudbar, a hub of Iranian civilization, must attract more foreign tourists: tourism minister
TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has emphasized the importance of attracting foreign tourists to Gilan province, calling Rudbar a key center of Iranian civilization.
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2025-02-26 18:23
Iranian tourism minister, German ambassador discuss cultural ties
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has met with the German ambassador to Iran to explore avenues for strengthening cultural relations between the two nations.
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2025-02-21 20:03
Senior officials launch ‘Sarv-e Simin’ handicrafts festival in Tehran
TEHRAN – The 9th International Fajr Handicrafts Festival, known as Sarv-e Simin, has officially opened in Tehran with notable figures including Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs, and Reza Salehi-Amiri, the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.
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2025-02-14 18:30
Ecbatana’s UNESCO registration document unveiled at tourism fair
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, along with several related officials unveiled the UNESCO registration document for the ancient city of Ecbatana at the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition on Thursday.
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2025-02-14 18:26
Iran proposes cultural exchange with Tajikistan to boost tourism
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has proposed a cultural exchange initiative between Iran and Tajikistan, emphasizing the role of artists, social media influencers, and public figures in promoting tourism and cultural ties.
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2025-02-12 19:04
Iran to host major tourism exhibition for ACD member states
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, met with Nasser Al-Mutairi, Secretary-General of the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD), on the sidelines of the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition.
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2025-02-12 18:56
Tehran invites Brazilian football stars to boost tourism
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has invited renowned Brazilian footballers to visit the country and promote its tourist attractions.
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2025-02-11 18:40
By Afshin Majlesi
Tehran tourism fair opens with great enthusiasm
TEHRAN - The 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition opened this morning amid a diverse crowd of high-ranking officials, business leaders, travel enthusiasts, and avid visitors. The grand opening ceremony was attended by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his tourism minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, alongside tens of foreign diplomats and representatives from the travel industry.