Semnan hosting festival of Silk Road traditions

TEHRAN – The ancient city of Semnan is playing host to a cultural heritage festival dedicated to Silk Road traditions.

Iraqi Kurdistan president discusses bilateral matters with Ayatollah Khamenei

TEHRAN - In a significant diplomatic move, Nechirvan Barzani, the head of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, held a meeting with Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

Tehran, Riyadh consider re-establishing direct flights

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held discussions with his Saudi Arabian counterpart, Faisal bin Farhan, regarding the facilitation of commercial visas and the resumption of direct flights between the two nations.

Iranian artisans showcase skills at Expo 2024

TEHRAN - Tens of Iranian craftspeople showed off their skills as a marketing opportunity at the 6th International Export Potential Exhibition of the Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran Expo 2024), which was held in Tehran from April 27 to May 1.

Iran emerges as potential destination for Russian tourists

TEHRAN - In a bid to position itself as a top tourist spot for Russians, Iran has been implementing several measures to ease travel and enhance accessibility.

Iran to expand ties with African nations: President

TEHRAN – The Iranian President has articulated the shared commitment of Iran and African nations to strengthen their ties, emphasizing the potential for a complementary economy.

National Museum of Iran comparable with Louvre, tourism minister says

TEHRAN – On Saturday, Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Ezatollah Zarghami, addressed the issue of the modest ticket prices for museums across the country, comparing them to international standards.

Tehran puts forward proposals on enhancing SCO ties

TEHRAN – Iran has put forward eight proposals for the development of relations among the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states.

Russian consul marvels at beauty of Shazdeh Garden during visit

TEHRAN – On Tuesday, Russian Consul in Isfahan Andrey Zhiltsov paid a visit to the UNESCO-listed Shazdeh Garden

Half of the world’s population can travel to Iran without visas, tourism minister says

TEHRAN - According to the tourism minister of the Islamic Republic, Iran grants visa-free access to approximately half of the world’s population, totaling around four billion people.

2m visits paid to handicraft workshops in Nowruz holidays

TEHRAN - Handicraft workshops across Iran welcomed a staggering two million visits, during the Nowruz (Persian New Year) holidays from March 19 to April 1, an official with the tourism ministry said.

Tourist arrivals in Iran tops six million in year

TEHRAN - More than six million foreign tourists arrived by air, road, and sea in Iran during the past Iranian calendar year, which came to an end on March 19.

Dominating powers seeking insecurity between Iran, Pakistan: Raisi

TEHRAN- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, in a recent telephone conversation with his Pakistani counterpart, highlighted the discord fostered by "dominating powers" between Tehran and Islamabad. 

Iran to celebrate World Heritage Day with diverse events

TEHRAN – In a meeting held on Sunday, Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts announced its programs to celebrate the upcoming World Heritage Day.

Iran to hold special tourism workshops in 20 provinces

TEHRAN - In a bid to enhance the quality of services provided to tourists, Iran’s tourism ministry is set to organize a series of training workshops soon.

Conference to explore Iran during Median, Achaemenid periods

TEHRAN - On July 4th, a significant academic gathering is set to take place at the National Library and Archive of Iran in Tehran.

Name Shiraz identified on clay seal of Sassanids, archaeologist says

TEHRAN - In a remarkable archaeological revelation, the name “Shiraz” has been identified in Pahlavi script on a Sassanid-era clay sealing.

Tehran to host 1st Asian Cities Innovation Challenges

TEHRAN –The first international Asian Cities Innovation Challenges will be held in Tehran from April 24 to 26.

Insane actions of Zionists are their last efforts, says Raisi

TEHRAN - Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has characterized the recent actions of the Zionist regime as desperate measures, asserting that Israel's behavior demonstrates a disregard for human and international norms.

Iran condemns Israeli attack on embassy, vows to make regime regret crime

TEHRAN- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran condemns in the strongest terms the illegitimate Israeli regime’s missile attack on the consular section building of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Damascus on the evening of Monday, April 1, 2024.

6m museum tickets sold during Nowruz holidays

TEHRAN – Various historical sites and museums across Iran witnessed more than 6m visitors in the course of the Persian New Year’s holidays, according to the statistics revealed by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.

Indian ambassador hails Nowruz as celebration of cultural unity

TEHRAN - Indian ambassador to Iran, Rudra Gaurav Shresth, has admired Nowruz, the venerable Persian New Year celebration, as one of the most significant festivities worldwide.

Protesters gather in Iranian cities after news of harrowing Israeli crimes against Palestinian women

TEHRAN - In a powerful display of solidarity and protest, Iranian cities erupted with demonstrations following shocking reports of Israeli atrocities against Palestinian women in the besieged Gaza Strip.

2.7 million visits to Iranian museums recorded in 11 days

TEHRAN - Some 2.7 million visits to Iranian museums, cultural sites, and historical landmarks have been recorded during the past 11 days, Mehr reported on Monday.

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U.S. ignites trade concerns

TEHRAN- The White House has ramped up pressure on Tehran through Panama, fueling global trade concerns.

Turkish police detain Iranian betting sites head

TEHRAN- Turkey has arrested the Iranian ringleader of a betting, gambling and organized crimes site, the Turkish interior minister has announced.

Iran’s natural beauty goes Greek

TEHRAN – To promote Ecotourism on one hand and introduce Iran’s natural wonders on the other hand, the “Nature Tourism” section has been launched on the Iranology website in the Greek language.