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  • Mil-e Ejdeha: off-the-beaten-path temple of Parthian era 2024-10-22 17:29

    Mil-e Ejdeha: off-the-beaten-path temple of Parthian era

    TEHRAN - Mil-e Ejdeha, meaning “Dragon Tower”, is the ruin of a fire temple believed to date back to the Parthian period, also known as the Arsacid Empire (247 BC to 224 CE).

  • A view of Shadegan wetland that extends over an area of 296,000 hectares in southwest Iran. It creates a suitable habitat for a number of migrating waterfowls, which fly to this area from north Europe, Canada and Siberia in autumn. 2023-12-15 17:22

    By Afshin Majlesi

    10 hidden gems across Iran: unveiling off-the-beaten-track destinations

    Welcome to the hidden treasures of Iran, a collection of lesser-known but remarkable places worth exploring in this ancient country. While cities like Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz, Kashan, Kerman, and Yazd boast thousands of historic and architectural marvels, the diverse landscapes that intersperse these famous destinations often go unnoticed.

  • Six surprising and overlooked travel destinations in Iran 2023-06-20 19:05

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Six surprising and overlooked travel destinations in Iran

    TEHRAN – For backpackers looking to venture off the beaten path, Iran has a wealth of lesser-known attractions that rival the breathtaking beauty and historical significance of many well-known ones.

  •  A Kurdish woman plays the daff in the UNESCO-designated Uramanat, western Iran. Kurdish people’s life is full of colors, songs, and music. 2022-03-11 18:45

    Western Iranian provinces claim bigger share of tourist flow

    TEHRAN – Despite having vibrant natural landscapes, countless historical sites,  and above all, hospitable people, western Iranian provinces are still somehow lesser-known compared to other parts of the ancient land.