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                             2025-10-03 17:37 2025-10-03 17:37Historic core of Dehdasht to be restored for tourism, minister saysTEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri said on Thursday that the historic texture of Dehdasht in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province will be fully restored for tourism. 
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                             2025-03-12 21:30 2025-03-12 21:30Historical caravanserai in Khuzestan set for restorationTEHRAN – The historical Dehdez caravanserai, a centuries-old structure in the southwestern province of Khuzestan that has long stood abandoned, is set to undergo a major restoration, according to a county official. 
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                             2025-02-07 20:26 2025-02-07 20:26By Afshin MajlesiDeyr-e Gachin: the mother of Iran’s caravanseraisTEHRAN – Situated 80 kilometers northeast of Qom, the caravanserai of Deyr-e Gachin is widely known as the “Mother of Iranian Caravanserais”. The impressive monument, strategically positioned along the historic Silk Roads and the ancient Ray-to-Qom route, now lies within the vast expanse of Kavir National Park. 
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                             2024-12-24 18:41 2024-12-24 18:41By Afshin MajlesiJolfa: a journey through UNESCO heritage and nature’s splendorJOLFA, East Azarbaijan – A photographer’s paradise, the Jolfa region, settled in the northwest corner of East Azarbaijan province, is a treasure trove of natural wonders, historical landmarks, and cultural heritage. 
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                             2024-12-13 17:25 2024-12-13 17:25Restoration of 17th-century Aveh caravanserai underwayTEHRAN - A new phase of restoration work has commenced on a Shah Abbasi Caravanserai in the historic town of Aveh, located in Saveh county of Markazi province. 
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                             2024-12-11 17:59 2024-12-11 17:59Centuries-old caravanserai to undergo restorationTEHRAN - Ma’in Caravanserai, a 400-year-old historical landmark in Marvdasht plain of Fars province, is set to undergo restoration, the provincial tourism chief has said. 
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                             2024-10-20 17:35 2024-10-20 17:35Haj Agha Ali’s house: a glimpse into Iran’s architectural heritageTEHRAN - Located near Rafsanjan in Kerman province, southern Iran, Haj Agha Ali’s house stands as one of the largest and most striking adobe residences in Iran, attracting visitors with its grandeur and intricate design. 
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                             2024-10-19 17:51 2024-10-19 17:51Chinese ambassador highlights Silk Road caravanserais’ role in fostering cross-cultural exchangeTEHRAN - Chinese ambassador to Iran Cong Peiwu has turned the spotlight on the role of centuries-old caravanserais in linking cultures across the ancient Silk Road. 
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                             2024-10-08 17:52 2024-10-08 17:52Sa’d al-Saltaneh: UNESCO-listed caravanserai still under restorationTEHRAN - The second phase of a restoration project on the centuries-old Sa’d al-Saltaneh Caravanserai in Qazvin has officially begun, according to the province’s tourism chief. 
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                             2024-09-24 16:42 2024-09-24 16:42Glimpses of Iranian architecture under Seljuk’s patronageTEHRAN - The Seljuk Empire, one of the most significant Turco-Persian dynasties, played a crucial role in the revitalization of the Muslim world, and particularly in many Iranian cities, from 1037 to 1194. 
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                             2024-08-19 17:49 2024-08-19 17:49Maranjab Desert: where golden dunes meet ancient storiesTEHRAN – Having breathtaking landscapes, historical landmarks, and natural wonders, Maranjab Desert offers a diverse array of experiences for sightseers, adventure seekers, history buffs, and nature lovers alike. 
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                             2024-08-14 18:04 2024-08-14 18:0417th-century caravanserai to be entrusted to private investors for better restoration and upkeepTEHRAN - Titi Caravanserai, which is one of the oldest historical inns in northern Iran, is set to be temporarily handed over to the private sector aimed to receive better restoration and maintenance. 
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                             2024-07-06 18:23 2024-07-06 18:23Tomb of Cyrus the Great to undergo restorationTEHRAN – The Tomb of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the ancient Achaemenid Empire (c. 550 – 330 BC), will undergo restoration, Fars province’s tourism chief said on Saturday. 
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                             2024-05-27 22:18 2024-05-27 22:18By Afshin MajlesiFrom Yazd to Khiva: twin gems of ancient architecture and cultureUZBEKISTAN, Tashkent - In the vast expanse of Asia, among the myriad of ancient cities, two stand out for their striking similarities and rich cultural heritage: Yazd in Iran and Khiva in Uzbekistan. 
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                             2024-05-24 17:25 2024-05-24 17:25By Afshin MajlesiFrom mosques to mausoleums: architecture under Seljuk patronageTEHRAN - The Seljuk Dynasty, the first Turkish rulers of the Muslim world, brought a renaissance to the Islamic Caliphate, characterized by religious fervor and robust governance. 
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                             2024-05-07 18:27 2024-05-07 18:2717th-century Caravanserai of Semnan under restoration for tourismTEHRAN – The northern facade of Caravanserai of Semnan has been restored to its former status as part of a main project to set up the gigantic inn for tourism. 
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                             2024-04-26 16:51 2024-04-26 16:51By Afshin MajlesiFrom trade to tradition: a journey through iconic bazaarsTEHRAN – For tourists, Iranian bazaars offer a window into local culture, providing opportunities to witness authentic social interactions and procure unique Iranian souvenirs. 
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                             2024-04-22 18:18 2024-04-22 18:18Qazvin sets sight on attracting global visitors with new tourism strategyTEHRAN – A marketing initiative aimed at drawing international visitors to Qazvin province is in progress for the very first time. 
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                             2024-01-28 18:45 2024-01-28 18:45UNESCO-listed Caravanserai of Yengi Imam to undergo restorationTEHRAN - The Caravanserai of Yengi Imam, a UNESCO-listed monument, is slated for restoration, announced Alireza Jalalzai, the head of the national foundation dedicated to UNESCO-designated Iranian Caravanserais, on Saturday. 
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                             2024-01-22 17:48 2024-01-22 17:48400-year-old caravanserai to transform into cultural hub for handicraftsTEHRAN - In a groundbreaking development, the deserted Shah Abbasi Caravanserai of Karaj is up for a transformative journey as local authorities announce plans to lease the historical site to private investors. 
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                             2024-01-07 18:35 2024-01-07 18:35Persian Caravanserai: three-day event to honor centuries of hospitalityTEHRAN – A three-day event titled “54 UNESCO-registered Iranian caravanserais” is aimed to underscore those places that provided shelter, food, and water for caravans, pilgrims, and other trekkers for millennia. 
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                             2023-12-27 18:49 2023-12-27 18:49Hindu Caravanserai echoes Silk Road talesTEHRAN – Situated on the eastern flank of the bustling Meydan-Qala Bazaar in Kerman lies an extraordinary gem of historical and cultural importance — the Hindu Caravanserai. 
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                             2023-12-24 17:01 2023-12-24 17:0117th-century caravanserai undergoes restorationTEHRAN - The second phase of restoration work has been commenced on Aveh Caravanserai, a 17th-century monument in Saveh county of Markazi province. 
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                             2023-12-11 16:48 2023-12-11 16:48Exhibit explores treasured Ganjali Khan complex over timeTEHRAN – On Monday, a photo exhibition featuring old and fresh pictures of the 17th-century Ganjali Khan complex opened to the public in Harandi Garden Museum in Kerman province, southern Iran. 
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                             2023-12-10 17:29 2023-12-10 17:2923 historical monuments under restoration in SemnanTEHRAN – A total of 23 historical monuments in Semnan are currently under restoration as part of the province’s campaign to safeguard its cultural heritage for coming generations. 
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                             2023-11-21 17:31 2023-11-21 17:31Persian caravanserais: how restoration efforts can drive tourism, cultural preservationTEHRAN - As Iran’s tourism looks to fully recover from the aftershocks of the coronavirus pandemic, a fresh push for the restoration and revival of Persian caravanserais may offer many benefits to the tourism sector. 
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                             2023-11-20 17:31 2023-11-20 17:31Discover the wonders of Damghan: from caravanserais to mosques and fortsTEHRAN - Abundant with remnants of the past caravanserais, strongholds, brick towers, edifices, and places of worship, Damghan can hardly be overlooked by a cultural tourist. 
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                             2023-11-07 17:35 2023-11-07 17:35Association for cultural heritage benefactors launchedTEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister on Monday publicized the launch of a special association for cultural heritage benefactors to raise funds for urgent restoration projects. 
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                             2023-11-06 17:35 2023-11-06 17:35Centuries-old caravanserai, bathhouse to undergo restoration in southern IranTEHRAN – Restoration work is to begin on a centuries-old collection that includes a mud-brick caravanserai and a public bathhouse in southern Iran. 
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                             2023-11-04 17:44 2023-11-04 17:44Discover a city within another while in IsfahanTEHRAN - In the heart of Isfahan, where time seems to stand still, lies arrays of vaulted traditional bazaars that have witnessed centuries of bustling commerce.