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2026-05-07 06:27
Beyond modern life: discovering Iran’s tribal worlds
TEHRAN - Under the vast Iranian sky, where mountains stretch into the horizon and rivers carve their way through ancient valleys, a different rhythm of life quietly endures. For travelers weary of crowded cities and hurried itineraries, tribal tourism in Iran offers something rare: a journey not only across landscapes, but into a living, breathing past.
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2026-05-07 06:26
17th Gol Ghaltan festival underway with new community-focused approach
TEHRAN - The city of Amirieh in Semnan province has launched its 17th edition of its nationally recognized Gol Ghaltan ritual, introducing a more traditional, community-based approach to the centuries-old ceremony, local officials said.
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2026-05-07 06:26
Sustainable desert tourism with educational campaign promoted in Mesr Village
TEHRAN – An educational campaign aimed at promoting sustainable tourism and protecting fragile desert ecosystems has been held in the scenic Mesr Village, which is situated in central Iran.
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2026-05-05 23:56
Iran registers 400 cultural elements linked to Persian Gulf
TEHRAN - Iran has recently registered more than 400 cultural and heritage elements that are connected to the Persian Gulf, a senior official said, underscoring efforts to preserve the historical and cultural significance of one of the world’s most strategically important waterways.
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2026-05-05 23:55
Warnings raised over threats to UNESCO-listed Sassanid landscape in southern Iran
TEHRAN - Iranian cultural heritage authorities have issued a warning over a series of escalating threats facing the UNESCO-listed Sassanid Archaeological Landscape of Fars Region, citing structural decay, incomplete excavations, and ongoing legal and management challenges that risk undermining one of the country’s most significant historical ensembles.
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2026-05-05 23:55
A living museum: The cultural and natural wonders of West Azarbaijan province
Situated in the northwest of Iran, West Azarbaijan province is a region where history, culture, and nature converge to create one of the country’s most compelling tourist destinations. Bordering several countries and shaped by centuries of interaction among civilizations, the province has long served as a crossroads of cultural exchange and human settlement.
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2026-05-04 22:02
By Sepehr Zarei
Rethinking the Persian Gulf’s role in deep time human history
In contemporary political rhetoric, “returning to the Stone Age” is often invoked as a metaphor for collapse and backwardness—a phrase occasionally directed at Iran. Yet, from an archaeological perspective, this term carries a fundamentally different meaning.
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2026-05-04 22:01
Agha Bozorg Mosque: The soul of Kashan’s architectural heritage
TEHRAN - Rising from the historic fabric of Kashan, the Agha Bozorg Mosque stands as one of the most remarkable architectural ensembles of late Persian design. It is a place where spirituality, scholarship, and artistry converge.
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2026-05-03 21:01
Ardabil to develop tourism-focused villages, boost infrastructure
TEHRAN - Ardabil province is moving forward with plans to organize rural areas around tourism development, allocating funding to designated villages and prioritizing infrastructure projects to support the sector, local officials said on Saturday.
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2026-05-03 20:57
Kerman province begins process to register natural heritage sites in its Golbaf region
TEHRAN - Kerman province has launched the process of documenting and preparing registration dossiers for several natural landmarks in its Golbaf district, a local official said on Saturday, in a move aimed at securing national protection status and boosting sustainable tourism.
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2026-05-01 20:01
Crowds gather at Persepolis to mark anniversary of Leader’s visit to Fars province
TEHRAN – Large crowds gathered on Friday at the ancient sites of Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rostam to commemorate the anniversary of a visit by the martyred Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, to Fars province.
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2026-05-01 19:31
Iran marks Persian Gulf National Day, recalling 17th-century expulsion of Portuguese forces
TEHRAN – Iran on April 30 marked the Persian Gulf National Day, commemorating a significant moment in 1622 when Safavid forces expelled Portuguese troops from the Strait of Hormuz, an event widely regarded in the country as a milestone in the restoration of sovereignty over its southern waters.
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2026-04-29 22:07
Iran approves national document dedicated to its museums
TEHRAN – Iran’s Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution has approved a “National Museums Document,” a senior cultural heritage official said, outlining a comprehensive framework to guide the country’s museum sector.
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2026-04-29 21:58
Over four million sheltered in Iran’s eco-lodges in recent war, official says
TEHRAN – Iran’s Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution has approved a “National Museums Document,” a senior cultural heritage official said, outlining a comprehensive framework to guide the country’s museum sector.
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2026-04-29 21:41
Iran becoming prepared to welcome foreign travelers
TEHRAN – Iran is observing early signs of a return in foreign tourist arrivals as conditions stabilize following recent conflict, a senior tourism official said on Wednesday, adding that infrastructure and planning are in place to support a broader recovery in the sector.
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2026-04-29 21:33
Bombed office of martyred Leader considered for national heritage status
TEHRAN – Iran’s cultural heritage authorities have initiated procedures to register the official residence and administrative office of the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, better known as “Beit-e Rahbari”, as a national heritage site.
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2026-04-28 21:31
Dehloran’s natural attractions spotlighted for tourism and environmental significance
TEHRAN – Three distinctive natural phenomena in Iran’s western Ilam province have been highlighted by environmental authorities as nationally significant sites, underscoring the ecological and tourism value of the Dehloran region.
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2026-04-28 21:31
Shiraz restores 21 historical mosques in push to boost religious tourism
TEHRAN – Authorities in Shiraz have inaugurated restoration projects at 21 historical mosques as part of a broader urban renewal initiative aimed at reviving their social functions and strengthening religious tourism in the southern Iranian city.
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2026-04-27 20:51
Study examines four ancient metal smelting sites in central Iran
TEHRAN – A new research project has examined four ancient metal smelting sites in Yazd province, central Iran, shedding light on early metallurgical practices and identifying the types of metals extracted and processed at the locations, researchers said.
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2026-04-26 18:26
Police seize historical column bases, arrest two in southern Iran
TEHRAN – Police in Iran’s Marvdasht county have seized four historical column bases and arrested two suspects in an operation targeting illegal antiquities activity, a local police commander said.
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2026-04-26 18:26
Ecbatana’s layered past reveals early urban planning and imperial legacy in west-central Iran
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Ecbatana, located partly beneath the modern city of Hamadan, remains one of the most significant archaeological sites in Iran, offering evidence of early urban planning and continuous occupation across multiple historical eras.
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2026-04-26 18:25
Rising Chinese curiosity about Iran signals shift in perceptions, tourism prospects
TEHRAN – Growing media coverage and online engagement in China have led to increased public curiosity about Iran, reflecting a shift in perceptions that could bolster cultural ties and tourism between the two countries, an Iranian tourism activist based in China said.
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2026-04-25 20:20
Ilam province draws visitors with lush spring landscapes
TEHRAN - In western Iran, along a 425-kilometer border with Iraq, Ilam province emerges each spring as one of the country’s most compelling seasonal destinations.
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2026-04-25 20:19
Minimal intervention key to preserving authenticity of historical sites, expert says
TEHRAN – An Iranian conservation expert has called for a shift toward minimal intervention in the restoration of historical structures, warning that recent war-related damage to heritage sites requires urgent and carefully planned responses.
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2026-04-25 20:19
Classic car rally in Tehran condemns damage to cultural heritage
TEHRAN – A rally and gathering of historical vehicles was held in Tehran on Friday to condemn damage to Iran’s cultural and historical sites caused by airstrikes by the United States and Israeli regime, organizers said.
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2026-04-24 20:26
Heritage experts urge action after war damages 149 sites
TEHRAN – Iran’s association of cultural heritage conservators has warned of extensive damage to historical sites, museums and cultural centers during the recent war with the US and Israeli regime, calling for immediate mobilization of national expertise to manage the crisis and safeguard affected assets.
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2026-04-22 19:14
Isfahan official calls for combined tourism tours centered on ‘resistance tourism’
TEHRAN – A tourism official in Isfahan on Wednesday called for the design of combined tourism packages centered on “resistance tourism,” aiming to link cultural and historical attractions with sites tied to the war with US and the Zionist regime of Israel.
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2026-04-22 19:09
Discover Soubatan, scenic summer haven above the clouds
TEHRAN - Nestled in the highlands of northern Iran, Soubatan village is one of the most captivating rural destinations in Gilan province, offering a rare blend of untouched nature, traditional lifestyles, and dramatic mountain scenery.
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2026-04-22 18:54
Austrian Iranologists condemn destruction of Iran’s cultural heritage at Vienna event
TEHRAN - A group of Austrian and international scholars specializing in Iranian studies have strongly condemned the destruction and damage inflicted on Iran’s cultural heritage, describing such acts as not only an assault on a single nation but a profound loss for humanity as a whole.
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2026-04-21 21:26
Zanjan province: Medicinal plant cultivation seen as driver of health tourism growth
TEHRAN – Expanding the cultivation of medicinal plants in Iran’s west-central province of Zanjan is emerging as a potential driver for health tourism, as officials and experts point to the region’s climatic diversity, natural resources and traditional knowledge as key assets for attracting domestic and foreign visitors.