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2023-05-13 20:53

Shahr-e Yeri, nicknamed ‘City of the Mouthless’, to open to public

TEHRAN – Shahr-e Yeri, a unique archaeological site nicknamed ‘City of the Mouthless’ in northwest Iran, will be open to the public in the near future.

2023-05-02 21:16

Masal: an enchanting destination covered by tranquil mist all year round

TEHRAN – Having a rich greenery of grass and trees, Masal in Iran’s northern Gilan province is a popular destination for holidaymakers and nature lovers. It also is a gateway to charming villages and stunning landscapes nearby.

2023-04-24 00:00

Gonabad to host mulberry harvest festival

TEHRAN - Gonabad in northeast Iran is getting prepared to hold an annual harvest festival dedicated to mulberry.

From adventure to culture: experience Iran like a local

2023-04-14 17:57

By Afshin Majlesi

From adventure to culture: experience Iran like a local

TEHRAN – Traveling has always been about getting to know new cultures. Today's travelers frequently want more from their vacations than just relaxing on a beach, going to a crowded tourist attraction, or touring a museum. Travelers today want more from their trips than the typical tourist experience.

2023-04-08 18:40

Tourism ministry uncovers scheme for rural revive

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has uncovered a new scheme based on which a selection of 100 villages will be revived for tourism in two years.

2023-03-13 21:00

3,400 ecolodge units ready to host Noruz travelers

TEHRAN – A total of 3,400 authorized ecolodge units are ready to host travelers during the Noruz holidays, which officially starts on March 21, a tourism official has said.

2023-03-11 22:00

44 Lorestan villages selected for tourism

TEHRAN – Lorestan tourism directorate has selected 44 local villages as emerging destinations for holidaymakers and nature lovers.

2023-03-06 18:41

Ramsar geopark seeks international fame

TEHRAN – The lush green Ramsar county in northern Iran, which is home to countless natural landscapes, seeks to gain international fame as a geopark, Ramsar’s tourism chief said on Monday.

2023-02-27 23:46

Rasht goes one step further to become a world city of handicrafts

TEHRAN – The ancient city of Rasht is now one step closer to being recognized as a world city of handicrafts, a status given by the World Crafts Council, a local tourism director has said.

2023-02-24 18:05

Ramsar to host tea festival

TEHRAN – Ramsar, a lush green country in northern Iran, plans to stage a tea festival in the spring to promote agritourism.

2023-02-05 19:17

Tribeswomen showcase their handwoven rugs

TEHRAN – Selections of handmade rugs, carpets, and tableau rugs woven by tribeswomen have been put on show at a local exhibition, which is currently underway in Zanjan province.

2022-12-20 12:03

By Seyedhossein Hosseiniseddiq

Bajestan: the land of red rubies

At the invitation of one of my close friends, who is originally from Bajestan city in Razavi Khorasan province, I attended the national pomegranate festival on November 3rd, 2022 in the land of red rubies. This city is known as the land of red rubies because of its saffron fields, pomegranate orchards, and red marble stone mountains.

2022-12-18 21:37

A new travel trend is taking off, Ramsar tourism chief says

TEHRAN - Ramsar tourism chief has said a new travel trend is taking off across the lush green county sandwiched between the lower slopes of the Alborz Mountains and the Caspian Sea in northern Iran.

2022-12-16 18:12

Iran takes serious look at eco-tourism, deputy tourism minister says

TEHRAN – Iran has a serious look at ecotourism as a means of sustainable development in rural villages, the deputy tourism minister said on Thursday.

2022-12-14 19:19

Where to travel next: 100 potential destinations spotted across Iran

TEHRAN –Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has defined over 100 places, mostly near villages and in the countryside, capable of becoming travel destinations in the future.

2022-12-14 19:18

Seven fall destinations offering more than just pretty leaves

TEHRAN - When the heart-shaped leaves turn brilliant red, orange, and yellow in the autumn, color enthusiasts will find autumn gold, which is very rewarding.

In Gilan, splendid backdrops, old sites and new food beckon

2022-09-23 18:44

By Afshin Majlesi

In Gilan, splendid backdrops, old sites and new food beckon

TEHRAN – Gilan offers picturesque landscapes ranging from forested cliffs to sandy beaches, and is known for its rich cultural heritage, local dishes, and most of all, its hospitable people.

2022-09-18 21:30

Six natural elements in Mazandaran gain national status

TEHRAN–Six natural elements in Mazandaran province, including old trees and the natural landscape of a village, have recently been registered on the national heritage list, CHTN reported on Saturday.

2022-07-27 13:37

Award-winning Esfahak village to be demarcated

2022-07-25 19:38

Award-winning Esfahak village to be demarcated

TEHRAN – Cultural heritage authorities are set to define legal boundaries for Esfahak village, which is situated in Tabas county, eastern Iran.

Eager for slice of village life? Iran is your taste

2022-05-31 18:42

Eager for a slice of village life? Iran is your taste

TEHRAN – There are numerous remote and offbeat villages on the Iranian plateau that attract throngs of visitors eager for a slice of village life, natural marvels, and a tradition of cleanliness.

2022-05-29 21:30

Village dwellers buried dead beneath houses, archaeological evidence suggests

TEHRAN – A fresh archaeological evidence suggests that prehistorical residents of a northwestern Iranian village buried dead bodies beneath their houses.