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2025-12-05 17:27
By Afshin Majlesi
A thousand stories under one name, Herbert Karim-Masihi reflects on his new exhibition
TEHRAN – Iranian-Armenian photographer, and cultural heritage researcher Herbert Karim-Masihi is presenting a new exhibition titled “Iran Thinks of You” at the Sa’dabad Cultural-Historical Complex in northern Tehran.
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2025-12-03 17:38
Kharanaq historical fortress restored
TEHRAN – A restoration work on the historic Kharanaq fortress in Ardakan county, central Iran, has been completed, provincial authorities said on Tuesday.
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2025-12-02 17:20
Yazd hosts sign-language workshop to support accessible tourism
TEHRAN – A sign-language training workshop for staff of tourism facilities was held in Yazd on Tuesday to promote accessible tourism in the UNESCO-listed city, organizers said.
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2025-11-24 17:19
Authenticity is key for foreign buyers of Persian handicrafts, exporter says
TEHRAN-- Foreign buyers are looking for the authenticity of handicrafts, not mass production, so work that has a soul is more valuable to them, a handicraft exporter in Yazd has said.
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2025-11-16 17:32
Bastam added to Iran’s list of historical cities
TEHRAN - Bastam, a tourism destination near Shahroud, has recently been added to Iran’s list of historical cities during the second conference of Iran’s historical cities held in Yazd.
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2025-11-12 17:23
Yazd hosting conference on Iran’s historical cities
TEHRAN - The second conference of Iran’s historical cities opened in Yazd on Wednesday, bringing together representatives from 43 cities across the country to discuss ways to preserve and promote urban heritage.
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2025-11-05 17:04
10 beautiful cities you should visit during travel to Iran
TEHRAN--Iran stands out as a land where urban life is deeply intertwined with centuries of history, spirituality, and stunning natural diversity.
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2025-10-21 18:14
Yazd train journeys booming
TEHRAN--Yazd province, which has always been known as the jewel of the desert and the heart of traditional Iranian architecture, the historical fabric of its center shines on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and its windcatchers and adobe houses whisper stories of centuries of trade and civilization, is currently on the verge of a major leap in the field of tourism and rail transportation.
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2025-10-18 16:02
Cave rescue drill held in Yazd
The sixth cave rescue drill was held with the participation of rescue and relief teams from ten provinces in Mehriz, central Yazd province, on October 10.
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2025-09-15 16:33
Yazd historic mansion under restoration to house new heritage museum
TEHRAN – Work has begun on the construction of the Grand Museum of Yazd, a cultural project planned inside a historic mansion in the UNESCO-listed city of Yazd, officials said on Sunday.
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2025-08-30 16:36
Yazd official calls for stronger tourism cooperation with Isfahan
TEHRAN – The head of the Tourism Commission of Yazd Islamic City Council has called for closer cooperation between Yazd and Isfahan to boost joint tourism initiatives.
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2025-08-24 16:33
Traditional games seen as a path to boost tourism and preserve local culture
TEHRAN – Traditional games rooted in Iran’s cultural heritage could serve as both a tool for preserving local identity and a driver of sustainable tourism, according to new research focused on Yazd province.
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2025-08-09 17:42
Cultural heritage minister visits Nodoushan historical texture in central Iran
TEHRAN—Minister of Cultural Heritage Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri visited the 50-hectare historical texture of Nodoushan district in Meybod county, Yazd province, on Saturday.
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2025-07-28 17:47
1000-year-old carved tombstone discovered in UNESCO-listed Yazd
TEHRAN - A historic tombstone dating back almost 1,000 years has been uncovered during restoration work at Dowlatshahi Mosque in the UNESCO-listed city of Yazd, central Iran.
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2025-07-27 18:13
Centuries-old qanats in Ardakan undergo restoration
TEHRAN – Restoration and rehabilitation work has begun on a series of historic qanats located in the old urban fabric of Ardakan, Yazd province, as part of a preservation initiative for the region’s ancient water infrastructure, local officials said.
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2025-07-23 17:24
Archaeologists race to preserve looted Parthian-era cemetery in Yazd
TEHRAN - Archaeologists have launched a major effort to document and preserve the looted Gour-e Kafari Cemetery, which is located in Bahabad county of Yazd province, officials from the Iranian Center for Archaeological Research (ICAR) announced.
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2025-07-13 18:13
Historic graveyard with 1,793 ancient graves identified in central Iran
TEHRAN—A group of Iranian archaeologists identified 1,793 graves in an area of 1,000 hectares in Yazd province during their one-month explorations. Some 90 percent of tomb chambers have reportedly been destroyed in illegal drilling.
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2025-07-09 16:57
Anniversary of Yazd’s UNESCO designation: a reminder for preserving its rich heritage
TEHRAN - Concurrent with the anniversary of the UNESCO registration of Yazd city on July 9, the deputy governor general of Yazd province called the registration an “exceptional opportunity” for preserving this valuable heritage.
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2025-07-06 17:20
Nationwide Muharram rituals blend faith with culture, devotion, and heritage
Iran, with its deep-rooted history and vibrant cultural landscape, becomes a living canvas of grief, remembrance, and unity during the month of Muharram -- the first month of the Islamic calendar.
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2025-06-01 16:14
Iran desert gold tourism flourishes after UNESCO recognition
TEHRAN--With the global registration of Yazd’s traditional goldsmithing art by UNESCO, this desert city is emerging as a unique destination for tourism, where gold, heritage, and desert landscapes offer visitors a unique experience.
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2025-05-20 16:11
First train of Golden Triangle of Iranian tourism arrives Yazd
TEHRAN—The First train pertaining to the Golden Triangle of Iranian tourism, including cities Isfahan, Shiraz, and Yazd, arrived in Yazd Railway Station on Tuesday.
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2025-05-14 15:27
Nationwide handicrafts event to take place in Yazd
TEHRAN—The director-general of Yazd Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department said a major handicrafts exhibition will be held at Yazd International Exhibition Center from May 20-24, with 300 stalls arranged to be set up.
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2025-05-11 18:21
Iran’s Yazd, Romania discuss ways to broaden cultural ties
TEHRAN--A session was held with Romanian Ambassador to Iran Mirela Carmen Greco in the Yazd Chamber of Commerce on May 11 to promote cooperation in the tourism sector and enhance cultural ties.
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2025-05-11 18:20
Indians fond of Yazd’s architecture, Iranian dishes
TEHRAN--Indians are fond of Yazd’s traditional architecture, and Iranian cuisine, such as traditional dishes of Qormeh Sabzi and Qeymeh Nesar, said an Indian tour operator who works with several travel agencies.
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2025-05-03 18:03
Yazd to introduce tourist path dedicated to traditional jewelry
TEHRAN – Yazd authorities plan to introduce a tourist path dedicated to the city’s time-honored tradition of handmade jewelry, which was recently registered as a world city of handicrafts by the World Crafts Council.
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2025-05-03 17:47
Locals revive tradition of cherishing ancient qanats with flowers and rosewater
TEHRAN - After more than five decades of silence, the people of Bam in southeastern Iran have revived an ancient tradition honoring qanats – the man-made subterranean aqueducts that sustained life in this arid region for centuries.
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2025-05-02 17:47
Tourism Triangle: special rail tour to connect Tehran to Isfahan, Yazd, and Shiraz
TEHRAN - The Railways of the Islamic Republic of Iran has announced the launch of a dedicated rail service aimed at boosting cultural tourism across three of Iran’s most iconic historical cities: Isfahan, Yazd, and Shiraz—collectively known as the "Tourism Triangle of Iran."
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2025-04-27 17:46
Kerman, Yazd can turn into important Asian tourism hubs, expert says
TEHRAN— The Iranian cities of Kerman and Yazd can turn into two important tourism axes of Asia, said the director-general of the Domestic Tourism Development Office.
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2025-04-22 18:03
Yazd to host first intl. academy for handwoven textile
TEHRAN - An international academy dedicated to the art of traditional handwoven textiles and carpets is set to open soon in the historical city of Yazd, marking a significant step toward the revival and preservation of Iran’s rich textile heritage.
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2025-04-18 17:18
By Afshin Majlesi
Iran celebrates Intl. Day for Monuments and Sites amid rich cultural legacy
TEHRAN - Each year on April 18, many countries across the globe celebrate the International Day for Monuments and Sites (IDMS) — a date dedicated to recognizing and protecting the cultural treasures that connect us to the past.