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2026-01-24 17:25
55 hectares of Semnan's historical texture nationally registered
TEHRAN--Two historical neighborhoods of Esfanjan and Nasar to the extent of 55 hectares in historical texture of Semnan province were registered in Iran’s National Heritage List.
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2026-01-20 17:04
Eyvanki reflects centuries of settlement along ancient trade routes
TEHRAN--Eyvanki city is located on one of the main and most important routes from the east to the west of the ancient and current time, a route that was once called the Silk Road. Eyvanki is located in Garmsar county , Semnan province, about 70 kilometers from Tehran.
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2026-01-07 17:00
Khaf emerges as destination for international visitors
TEHRAN — The city of Khaf in Iran’s northeastern Khorasan Razavi province is drawing growing attention from international visitors, local tourism officials said.
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2025-11-26 10:40
Isfahan opens intl. tourism exhibition, officials say event marks new phase in sector
TEHRAN – Officials in Iran’s central province of Isfahan said on Tuesday that the 15th Isfahan International Exhibition of Tourism, Handicrafts and Hoteling would help launch a new phase in the region’s tourism development.
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2025-11-14 17:15
Khorasan Razavi tourism chief emphasizes importance of interaction between regional countries
TEHRAN--Director General of Khorasan Razavi Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department Seyyed Javad Mousavi emphasized the importance of cultural interaction between the countries of the region on the sideline of his visit to Kyrgyzstan.
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2025-11-03 17:27
Ardabil aims to become hub for health and winter tourism, governor-general says
TEHRAN – Ardabil province, with its more than 1,800 historical monuments, unique natural attractions, and excellent geopolitical position, is on track to become Iran’s leading hub for health, winter, and nature-based tourism.
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2025-10-29 17:20
Silk Road is a living cultural ecosystem, expert says
TEHRAN – The legacy of the ancient Silk Road is a living cultural ecosystem that has received special attention from UNESCO, the Director-General of the UNESCO Tehran Cluster Office for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in West and Central Asia said.
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2025-10-28 16:52
Semnan is to host intl. tourism conference
TEHRAN – The first International Tourism Conference of Semnan, titled “Silk Road: Opportunities and Perspectives,” will be held tomorrow at Semnan University, according to the provincial Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.
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2025-10-22 19:17
By Afshin Majlesi
Iran-China relations through ages: an interview with National Museum director
In an exclusive interview with the director of the National Museum of Iran, we explore the remarkable “Silk Legacy” exhibition currently underway in Tehran. The show offers an unprecedented look at the deep and enduring cultural ties between Iran and China, tracing a connection that stretches back over four millennia.
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2025-10-20 17:22
Holeylan Valley, historical passage of tool-making humans from 100,000 years ago
TEHRAN-Archaeological studies show that tool-making humans lived in the Holeylan Valley in Ilam province for about 100,000 years and after going through the initial stages, have achieved irrigated agriculture and livestock domestication.
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2025-10-14 16:49
Iran-China joint cultural heritage plays effective role in deepening ties
TEHRAN--Joint cultural heritage of Iran and China plays an effective role in deepening relations between the two countries and should be considered as a bridge between the hearts of the people of the two nations, said Minister of Cultural Heritage Reza Salehi-Amiri.
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2025-09-14 17:30
Garmsar eyes turning salt mines into tourist attractions
TEHRAN — Garmsar Governor Ali Hemmati has announced plans to develop several salt mines into tourist attractions as part of the city’s priority programs.
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2025-08-25 16:07
Batik printing of East Azarbaijan
TEHRAN--Batik can be considered a kind of applying patterns on fabrics especially silk. In this method parts of fabric are covered with a resistant material that pretends the dye to pass into the fabric and then create intended designs by specific methods.
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2025-07-18 17:13
Iran considers extending ‘Land of Kindness’ exhibition in China following high demand
TEHRAN -- Iran is considering an extension of its highly acclaimed cultural exhibition, “Land of Kindness”, currently on display in China, following a formal request from Chinese officials, according to Ali Darabi, Iran’s Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage.
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2025-07-14 17:57
‘I will never regret coming’: solo female traveler reflects amid Israel’s strikes on Iran
TEHRAN - When 24-year-old Taiwanese traveler Ariel Kang Chengxuan went to bed on June 12 in Isfahan, Iran, she had no idea she was about to wake up in the midst of all-out war.
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2025-07-11 22:41
Exploring cultural richness of ‘pearl of Silk Road’ Kashgar
Located in the southwestern part of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, Kashgar sits on a lush oasis nourished by the Yarkant River, which flows from the Karakoram Mountains. Since ancient times, traders and travelers crossing the Pamir Plateau have stopped here to rest, trade, and connect.
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2025-07-06 17:21
Early Islamic metallurgical complex discovered at Masouleh; strengthens revised World Heritage file
TEHRAN - A joint Iranian-Chinese archaeological team has uncovered a significant early Islamic-era settlement and a sponge iron smelting workshop at the Khanbaji Sara site within the Cultural Landscape of Masouleh in northern Iran.
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2025-06-14 10:18
Iran proposes strategic plans to enhance tech ties along Silk Road
TEHRAN – Addressing the 2nd Belt and Road Conference on Science and Technology Exchange, Hossein Afshin, the Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, has proposed six strategic plans to boost technological ties along the Silk Road.
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2025-05-11 18:21
Iran to hold gastronomy conference under Silk Road banner
TEHRAN—Iran plans to hold a gastronomy conference concerning the ancient Silk Road, for which it served a significant role for centuries, said Director General of UNESCO’s Food and Gastronomy Club Mohammad Babareza.
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2025-04-25 17:01
Salehi proposes naming 2026 as Cultural Year of Iran and China
TEHRAN--Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyyed Abbas Salehi suggested to name 2026 as “Year of Cultural and Tourism Cooperation Between Iran and China,” which was welcomed by Gao Zheng, director-general of the Bureau of International Exchanges and Cooperation of the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
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2025-04-12 17:34
Fakhr-e Davoud Rabat, a Timurid monument in Silk Road route
TEHRAN - Fakhr-e Davoud Rabat is one of the most prominent roofed caravanserais of the Khorasan region with unique architecture and a special geographic situation in the Silk Road route.
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2025-04-09 17:01
Iranian minister highlights opportunities for stronger cultural cooperation with China
TEHRAN - Iran’s tourism minister has underscored the long-standing cultural and economic ties between the Islamic Republic and China, emphasizing their strategic partnership in heritage promotion and the potential for further collaboration.
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2025-03-08 18:13
Silk Road intl. youth photography competition opens call for entries
TEHRAN – The 4th Silk Road International Youth Photography and Short Video Competition has opened a call for entries.
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2024-12-03 18:19
Glory of Ancient Persia to reach Xinjiang
TEHRAN - Following successful showcases in Beijing and Shanghai, Iran’s renowned exhibition, “The Glory of Ancient Persia”, will soon be unveiled in Xinjiang.
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2024-11-18 17:31
Archaeologists unearth clues to ancient city in northwest Iran
TEHRAN – An archaeological team from Tabriz Islamic Art University has recently uncovered evidence of a historical city in East Azarbaijan province, northwest Iran.
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2024-11-01 17:07
Bread and food festival celebrates culinary heritage in Semnan
TEHRAN – The second edition of the Taska Bread and Food Festival wrapped up on Friday, attracting a vibrant crowd of locals and visitors in the historical city of Semnan, once a key stop on the Silk Road.
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2024-10-19 17:51
Chinese ambassador highlights Silk Road caravanserais’ role in fostering cross-cultural exchange
TEHRAN - Chinese ambassador to Iran Cong Peiwu has turned the spotlight on the role of centuries-old caravanserais in linking cultures across the ancient Silk Road.
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2024-10-13 17:34
Tehran exhibit of Chinese arts celebrates centuries of exchange along Silk Road
TEHRAN – A loan exhibition showcasing selected works of Chinese art and culture was inaugurated in Tehran on Saturday evening, marking centuries of trade and cultural exchange along the Silk Road.
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2024-10-05 16:56
Intl. conference on Silk Road heritage scheduled in Kerman
TEHRAN – Iran’s Research Institute for Cultural Heritage and Tourism is set to host an international conference on the Silk Road’s cultural heritage in the ancient city of Kerman, southern Iran.
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2024-08-27 18:08
By Afshin Majlesi
Affordable adventures await in these six must-visit cities
TEHRAN - With a history stretching back over 6,000 years, Iran is one of the world’s most appealing destinations for budget-conscious travelers.