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Yesterday 21:30
Old structure, probably a public bathhouse, discovered in Shiraz
TEHRAN – Sections of an old structure, which probably belongs to a public bathhouse, have been exposed by chance during a grading and site preparation in Shiraz, southern Iran.
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Yesterday 20:30
Workshops to revive traditional blacksmithing in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad
TEHRAN – Several old-hand masters of blacksmithing have been invited to help revive the traditional skills of the craft that is on the verge of oblivion across Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province in southwest Iran.
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Yesterday 18:52
Qeshm’s tourist arrivals up 20 percent y/y
TEHRAN – Qeshm Island recorded over 2.8 million visitors during the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21).
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2021-10-16 20:30
Historical gardens undergo restoration in Iranian county
TEHRAN – Several historical gardens, which are situated in Tiran-Karvan county of Isfahan province, have undergone restoration projects.
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2021-10-15 20:30
Vintage cars stage rally in support of responsible tourism
TEHRAN – Tens of historical and vintage vehicles hold a three-day car rally between Tehran and the northern Mazandaran province in support of responsible tourism during the COVID-19 era.
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2021-10-15 20:00
Russia to lift COVID ban on flights to Iran, other countries
TEHRAN - Russia is scheduled to lift its COVID-19 ban on flights to Iran and several other countries as of Nov. 9, the government coronavirus task force said on Thursday.
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2021-10-13 22:00
Five agritourism farms to open to public in northwest Iran
TEHRAN – Five agritourism farms will come on stream in the lush and fertile regions of East Azarbaijan province, northwest Iran.
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2021-10-13 21:30
Coronavirus: Lorestan registers 6,000 overnight stays in H1
TEHRAN – Vacationers made some 6,000 overnight stays in hotels and guest houses of Lorestan province during the first half of the current Iranian calendar year 1400 (started March 21) as many potential visitors stayed home since virus restrictions began in early 2019.
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2021-10-13 18:09
Tall-e Bakun and its prominent role in study of early Iranian art
TEHRAN – Tall-e Bakun is a prehistorical twin site situated in the fertile Marvdasht plain of Fars province, near the UNESCO-designated Persepolis, the Achaemenid ceremonial capital.
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2021-10-11 20:00
Iranian handicrafts: Ihrami
TEHRAN - Ihrami is a kind of traditional fabric of Iran that is traditionally produced in the southwest Khuzestan province.
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2021-10-11 17:20
Zoroastrian Towers of Silence: abandoned, enigmatic but touristic
TEHRAN - The enigmatic Zoroastrian Towers of Silence are set on two lonely, barren hilltops on the southern outskirts of Yazd in central Iran.
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2021-10-10 21:17
New book explores traditional textile of Sistan-Baluchestan
TEHRAN – Iran’s Research Institute for Cultural Heritage and Tourism (RICHT) has recently published a book that turns the spotlight on traditional clothing and textile across the ancient Sistan-Baluchestan province.
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2021-10-10 21:17
Iconic Azadi Tower welcomes visitors after COVID shutdown
TEHRAN – Borj-e Azadi (Azadi Tower), widely known as the most iconic landmark of the Iranian capital, reopened to visitors on Sunday after some five months of closure caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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2021-10-10 20:00
Exhibit of engraved metalwork opens in Tehran
TEHRAN – An exquisite collection of engraved metalwork has been put on show at the headquarters of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts in Tehran.
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2021-10-10 17:45
30 historical monuments restored in eastern Iran
TEHRAN - A total of 30 historical buildings and aging structures, which are located in South Khorasan province, have been restored since the beginning of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21), the deputy provincial tourism chief has said.
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2021-10-09 20:00
Iranian handicrafts: Khameh-Duzi of Sistan-Baluchestan
TEHRAN – Khameh-Duzi is a subcategory of traditional embroidery in Iran. This craft is common in the southeastern Sistan-Baluchestan province, and in particular in the city of Zabol and its outskirts.
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2021-10-09 18:35
Iranian president tours Delvari Museum
TEHRAN – On Friday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi toured Ra’is Ali Delvari Museum, which displays the personal belongings and weapons of the hero of the anti-colonial struggle in southern Iran.
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2021-10-09 18:32
What are expert prospects for tourism recovery?
TEHRAN – Though international tourism has revealed signs of a rebound as some destinations eased travel restrictions over the past couple of months, the lack of international coordination and slow vaccination rates in several countries and regions suggest it may need a longer time to bounce back.
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2021/10/08
By Afshin Majlesi
World Post Day: a brief history of postal service in ancient Iran
TEHRAN - World Post Day is celebrated on October 9, the anniversary of the establishment of the Universal Postal Union in 1874 in the Swiss capital, Bern. It is an occasion to recognize the invaluable contributions of postal workers and post offices to our societies all over the world.
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2021-10-02 20:47
By Afshin Majlesi
Reissuance of Iran visas won’t cause a flood of tourists, expert says
TEHRAN – In a response to some complaints, Iranian Tour Operators Association Director Ebrahim Pourfaraj has said the reissuance of Iranian tourist visas won’t trigger a flood of visitors to the country.
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2021-10-02 20:46
Iran pavilion hailed by visitors at Expo 2020
TEHRAN - Iran pavilion at the prestigious Expo 2020 Dubai has been hailed by visitors, CHTN reported on Saturday.
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2021-10-01 18:16
Ways to foster tourism in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad to be explored, Iranian president says
TEHRAN – On Friday, Iranian President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi paid a visit to Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad where he issued a decree to examine ways to develop the tourism industry of the southwestern province.
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2021-09-29 21:00
Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari registers 47,200 overnight stays in H1
TEHRAN - Vacationers made about 47,200 overnight stays in the lesser-known Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province during the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21).
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2021-09-29 20:00
11 Sacred Defense elements, properties approved as national heritage
TEHRAN – A selection of eleven elements and properties involving Iran-Iraq 1980-1988 war, which is called Sacred Defense in the Islamic Republic, have recently been added to the national heritage list.
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2021-09-29 17:54
Majestic Shah Cheragh where mirrors and glass shards cover every inch
TEHRAN – The dazzling shrine of Shah Cheragh is a major tourist destination and pilgrimage site in the ancient city of Shiraz, southern Iran.
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2021-09-28 21:30
Tiny teahouse in Tehran brews up love for customers
TEHRAN - With his trimmed beard, red scarf, and bronze-colored waistcoat, Kazem Mabhutian serves a steady stream of customers in the smallest and oldest teahouse in Tehran, but at 63 years old, he is counting on God to find him a successor.
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2021-09-27 17:10
Historic neighborhoods of Soltanieh to be equipped for tourism
TEHRAN – Soltanieh, which is home to a UNESCO-designated monument of the same name, has undergone an intensive urban study intended to equip the ancient city for tourism.
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2021-09-27 17:07
Iran plans to resume tourist visas next month: minister
TEHRAN – Iran plans to resume tourist visas by next month after months of suspension amid strict government measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the tourism minister announced on Monday concurrent with World Tourism Day.
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2021-09-25 18:56
Tourism has unique ability to make sure nobody is left behind: UNWTO
TEHRAN – On the occasion of World Tourism Day, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has ensured every part of the sector has a say in its future – including communities, minorities, youth, and those who would otherwise be at risk of being left behind.
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2021-09-25 18:53
Time to ‘fully develop’ tourism economy in Ilam province, Iranian president says
TEHRAN – Iranian President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi has urged his administration to make extra efforts to fully develop the tourism-related economy in Ilam province.
