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2025-05-12 18:11

Tehran, Tashkent explore museum exhibitions and heritage cooperation

TEHRAN - Iran has expressed readiness to expand cultural cooperation with Uzbekistan, particularly in the areas of joint museum exhibitions, world heritage registrations, and historical restoration projects.

Photo depicts a scene from the “Land of Kindness”, a loan exhibition of Iranian relics on show at the Guangdong Museum in Guangzhou, China, May 11, 2025.

2025-05-12 18:11

From Tehran to Guangzhou: Iranian relics on show at ‘Land of Kindness’

TEHRAN - The Guangdong Museum in Guangzhou is currently hosting the Iranian cultural relics exhibition “Land of Kindness”, offering visitors a rare glimpse into five millennia of Persian art, culture, and craftsmanship.

2025-05-11 15:53

Tehran hosting flower and plant exhibition

The 20th Tehran flower and plant exhibition opened its doors to visitors on Saturday.

2025/05/10

By Mohammad Khatibi

A response to claims of ‘imminent collapse’ in Iran

TEHRAN – Daniel M. Rosen, in his recent article for the Jpost, argues that Iran is on the brink of collapse, citing economic hardships posed by U.S. sanctions, evolving situation in the West Asia region, and what he calls internal discontent. However, predicting the Iranian government’s imminent downfall overlooks historical resilience, strategic recalibrations, and Tehran’s evolving regional posture.

2025-05-06 22:38

Tehran-Baku relations enter promising new phase: Iran deputy FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has reaffirmed the strategic importance of the Republic of Azerbaijan for Iran, highlighting the growing momentum in bilateral relations and the two countries’ shared cultural and regional interests.

2025-05-04 17:42

Tour operators from 50 countries to visit Iran

TEHRAN--Hormatollah Rafiei, the director of the Association of Iranian Travel Agencies, said tens of tour operators from neighboring nations as well as European, African and Latin American countries will visit Iran during August 23-September 1.

2025-04-25 17:04

Tehran hosts Golab-Giri festivals to celebrate rosewater heritage

TEHRAN – The Tehran Municipality has launched a series of Golab-Giri (traditional rosewater distillation) festivals across the capital, bringing a fragrant slice of Iranian cultural heritage to urban audiences.

2025-04-21 22:19

Tehran reaffirms sanctions removal as ‘unwavering priority’ in indirect nuclear talks with US

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei underscored Tehran’s unwavering demand for the complete removal of “illegal and oppressive” sanctions as the cornerstone of indirect nuclear talks with Washington.

2025-04-19 18:38

Italian firm partners with Mazandaran for handicraft training and export development

TEHRAN – The tourism chief of Mazandaran province has announced a joint plan for specialized handicraft training courses in collaboration with the Italian international company Cheche.

2025-04-18 17:25

Tehran, Moscow working toward full visa waiver, Lavrov says

TEHRAN - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that Iran and Russia are actively working toward abolishing visa requirements between the two countries, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and boosting tourism.

2025-04-16 17:07

Tehran to host UN Tourism’s inaugural forum dedicated to urban attractions

TEHRAN - Tehran has been selected to host UN Tourism’s first-ever urban forum dedicated to urban attractions, following a key agreement reached on the sidelines of a regional conference organized by the UN body in Indonesia.

2025-04-15 17:12

National Museum session explores visible and invisible forces in exhibition spaces

TEHRAN – A specialized session titled “Presenting Visible and Invisible Forces within the Museums” was held on Monday at the National Museum of Iran, focusing on the evolving role of museums in contemporary society.

2025-04-13 17:59

Tehran, a pioneer in history-based archaeology

TEHRAN - A member of the faculty of the Archaeological Research Institute, Ahmad Chaichi-Amirkhiz, has attached importance to the category of archaeology in tourism by creating a relationship between historical archaeology and historical tourism.

2025-04-12 22:24

By Garsha Vazirian

Iran’s air defense matrix: Blending indigenous innovation and geography to forge a fortress

TEHRAN – In a display of technological sovereignty, Iran’s defense sector has achieved a milestone that underscores its transformation from a pre-revolutionary dependency to a military innovator.

2025-04-12 17:34

Iran’s Central Bank introduces rial debit cards for tourists, foreign nationals

TEHRAN - The Central Bank of Iran has officially issued a directive to the national banking network outlining the procedures for providing Iranian rial-denominated bank cards to foreign tourists and non-resident individuals.

Berik Abdygaliuly, Director of the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan (L), visits the National Museum of Iran in Tehran on April 10, 2025, ahead of a meeting with Jebrael Nokandeh, Director of the National Museum of Iran (R).

2025-04-11 17:27

Tehran, Astana agree on joint exhibitions and museum collaborations

TEHRAN - National Museum of Iran Director Jebrael Nokandeh and his Kazakh counterpart have arranged to expand joint exhibitions and museum collaborations.

2025-04-09 17:32

ECO member states advance regional sustainable tourism standards for accommodation facilities

TEHRAN - Member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) came together virtually for the 6th Meeting of the ECO Working Group on Tourism Standardization (WGTS), focusing on finalizing a comprehensive set of sustainable tourism criteria for accommodation facilities across the region.

2025-04-08 13:06

Call for papers in First International deBlock Conference – deBlock 2025

We are pleased to invite experts, students, and researchers interested in blockchain and crypto assets to the First International deBlock Conference, which will take place in Tehran in June 2025.

The Japanese and Iranian foreign ministers hold phone talks

2025-03-19 22:30

Tehran, Tokyo insist on diplomacy in regard to Iran’s nuclear program

TEHRAN – The Iranian and Japanese foreign ministers have insisted on the need to “employ diplomacy” and launch “diplomatic talks” especially on Iran’s nuclear program, IRNA reported on Monday.

Nowruz in Tehran embraces tranquility amidst urban splendor

2025-03-17 17:36

By Afshin Majlesi

Nowruz in Tehran embraces tranquility amidst urban splendor

TEHRAN - As Nowruz approaches, Tehran’s hustle and bustle gives way to serene tranquility, offering visitors a unique perspective on the Iranian capital.

2025-03-17 15:27

Tehran to host first symposium on AI in health

TEHRAN –The first symposium on artificial intelligence in health, with a focus on smart hospitals, is planned to be held in Tehran in the summer.

2025-03-16 16:25

Ancient city of Rey prepares to welcome tourists during Nowruz

TEHRAN - The ancient city of Rey, now part of Tehran, is set to host travelers and holidaymakers during the two-week Nowruz vacation, officially starting on March 21.

2025-03-15 19:51

Iran to host Shahnameh recitations by ethnic storytellers for Nowruz celebrations

TEHRAN – A number of storytellers and narrators from various Iranian ethnic groups have been invited to hold Shahnameh recitations in Tehran during Nowruz celebrations.

2025-03-15 19:43

Tehran, Astrakhan discuss cultural and health tourism co-op

TEHRAN - In a recent meeting, Seyyed Mohammad Kazem Abedi, the Acting Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Astrakhan, exchanged views with Hamza Davudov, a member of the Duma of Astrakhan Oblast, discussing ways to strengthen bilateral relations in cultural and health tourism.

A view of Dadmehr Eco-Lodge, a 19th-century traditional house situated in the UNESCO-listed historic city of Yazd, central Iran.

2025-03-14 17:46

Iran to host largest eco-tourism gathering in May

TEHRAN - Iran is set to host its largest eco-tourism gathering on May 21 (“Ordibehesht 31”), bringing together hundreds of eco-lodge managers, government officials, and international representatives to celebrate and promote sustainable tourism.

2025-03-11 15:42

Tehran hosting exhibition on women’s achievements

TEHRAN – An exhibition of Iranian women’s achievements, titled ‘Iranian women, unwritten stories’, commenced at Iran house of innovation and technology (iHiT) in Tehran on Monday.

Hamidreza Soleimani, CEO of the Dafineh museum group, in an undated photo

2025-03-10 18:54

Museum of Persian pottery to open soon in Tehran

TEHRAN - The CEO of the Dafineh museum group has announced the repurposing of a historic building into a new museum, stating that the Iranian Pottery Museum (“Mouzeh Sofalineha-ye Iran”) will soon be inaugurated in Laleh Street, downtown Tehran.

National Car Museum expands collection with rare automobiles

2025-03-07 18:07

By Afshin Majlesi

National Car Museum expands collection with rare automobiles

TEHRAN – In a landmark move to enhance its prestige, the National Car Museum of Iran has unveiled an extensive expansion of its collection. Seventy rarely-seen classic and vintage cars have been put on display in two newly inaugurated halls, further solidifying the museum’s status as a premier destination for automotive enthusiasts and historians.