Mexican photographer: Iran, a country with cultural diversity and beyond stereotypes

TEHRAN—Mexican documentary photographer Roberto Flores, who traveled to Iran for the first time, emphasized Iran's cultural and human potential and said: “My goal in traveling to Iran is to record the cultural diversity and lifestyle of Iranian nomads, a living reality that can challenge the stereotypical narratives of Iran in the world.”

Vivid colors of Qashqai carpets enliven black tents

TEHRAN — The vivid colors and distinctive designs of Qashqai carpets add visual richness to Siah-Chadors, the traditional black tents used by Iran’s nomadic communities. Such an striking contrast, seen in only a few places worldwide, has drawn attention to the artistry and cultural value of Qashqai weaving.

Gorgan hosts intl. tribal culture festival highlighting regional ties

GORGAN - Iran’s Golestan province hosted the 17th International Festival of Tribal Culture this week, with officials saying the event reflects Iran’s historical links with neighboring countries.

By Afshin Majlesi

An inside look at Gorgan’s tribal festival

The 17th International Festival of Tribal Culture, scheduled to take place in Gorgan, the capital of Iran’s Golestan province, from Dec. 16 to 19, is often described as a celebration. But to see it only as a cultural event is to miss its deeper significance.

Excavations reveal secrets of seasonal pastoral camp in Hawraman Mountains

TEHRAN — Newly published findings from rescue excavations at the Bardeh Mar archaeological site in Iran’s Hawraman region are shedding fresh light on the seasonal rhythms of pastoral life during the Islamic period.

Tehran hosts expert meeting on entrepreneurial skills for nomadic women

TEHRAN – Iran has played host to an expert meeting aimed at developing entrepreneurial skills among female bearers of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) from nomadic communities, officials said.

Gorgan festival to highlight nomadic life

TEHRAN—Gorgan will hold the 17th Iranian ethnic culture festival during November 16-18. The three-day event will host cultural, artistic and handicraft groups from all over the country and nine foreign countries.

Tehran hosting National Day of Villagers, Nomads

TEHRAN – The National Day of Villagers and Nomads is being held in Tehran on October 6 and 7, with a focus on integrated, participatory, and technological governance.

Festival of Iranian tribes kicks off in Bojnurd

TEHRAN – A festival of Iranian tribes, alongside a handicrafts and souvenirs exhibition, officially opened on Monday evening in the scenic Besh Qardash area of Bojnurd, the capital of North Khorasan province in northeastern Iran.

Tribal crafts exhibit underway in Bandar Abbas

TEHRAN – A tribal festival featuring a variety of nationwide Iranian handicrafts and souvenirs has opened to the public in Bandar Abbas, an ancient port city in southern Iran.

Traditional attire of lur ethnic group made national heritage

TEHRAN - The traditional attire of Lur women and men has been inscribed on Iran’s National Intangible Heritage List.

Tehran to host 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition

TEHRAN - The 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition is set to take place at the Tehran International Permanent Fairgrounds from November 13 to 16, bringing together hundreds of artisans, craftspeople, and nomadic artists from across Iran.

30% of Iran’s handicrafts made by nomadic communities

TEHRAN – Some 30% of Iran’s handicrafts are produced by its nomadic communities, according to Mojtaba Mizban, the deputy of infrastructure development at the Nomads Affairs Organization of Iran.

Fahraj festival to celebrate National Day of Villages and Tribes

TEHRAN – Tomorrow, a festival celebrating the National Day of Villages and Tribes will be held in Fahraj county of Kerman province, southern Iran.

Kerman to launch museum of nomadic carpets

TEHRAN - Kerman province will establish a museum of nomadic rugs and handicrafts, in collaboration with the private sector, said a local official.

South Khorasan exports nomadic Siah-Chadors to global markets

TEHRAN – Some 70 percent of the Siah-Chadors produced by nomadic artisans in South Khorasan’s Nehbandan county are now being exported to international markets.

Nomadic arts: discover rich tradition of Gabbeh carpets

TEHRAN - Gabbeh is a simple and colorful hand-knotted textile with a pile of long threads. It is exclusively made by the nomadic people of southern Iran and is used as a floor covering.

Ardabil to host 2nd festival dedicated to Shahsevan nomads

TEHRAN – The second edition of a tribal festival dedicated to Shahsevan nomads will be held in Ardabil province on April 25 and 26.

By Elahe Seyfodin

Timeless art of making traditional felt hats: enduring legacy of Iran’s nomadic culture

As the first light of dawn graces the sky with hues of gold, a familiar scene unfolds in an old neighborhood of Isfahan. In a modest workshop, the master artisan Aliakbar awakens to begin his daily ritual. His hands, weathered by years of dedication, deftly navigate the intricacies of Kolah Namadi making, a craft passed down through generations.

Tourist camps to transform Tehran’s nomadic landscape

TEHRAN – On Monday, the head of the tribal affairs office in Tehran province said his office is preparing a plan to stimulate tribal tourism and uplift the economic prospects of nomadic communities across the Tehran province.

Tourism minister praises unity among Iranian nomads, ethnic groups

TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism minister on Friday expressed admiration for the national unity that exists among Iranian nomads and ethnic groups.

Exhibit dedicated to nomadic life opens in Tehran

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, an exhibition dedicated to nomadic lifestyle, handicrafts, souvenirs, and tourism appeals opened in Tehran.

Intl. festival of Iranian nomads & tribal economy opens in northern Iran

TEHRAN – On Monday, the 16th edition of an international festival of Iranian nomads & tribal economy was launched in the ancient city of Gorgan, northern Iran, among a crowd of various tribes and curious visitors.

Handmade Iranian dolls on view in Japan

TEHRAN – Collections of handmade dolls and puppets from every corner of Iran have been put on show at an exhibition held in Japan’s Tama.

Nomads go to tent schools

Nomads in western Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province set up schools in tents when they move from place to place.