Tourism
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Kish Air, Oman to increase airport service cooperation
TEHRAN, Jul. 15 (MNA) – Kish Airlines, which operates in Iran’s southern tourist hub and free trade zone of Kish Island, and Oman Holding signed an agreement on Sunday to broaden airport services cooperation.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque, stunning whirling colors
TEHRAN, Jul. 14 (MNA) – One of the most beautiful and photographed pieces of architecture in southern Iran, is Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque. It is one of the tourist attractions of Iran’s historic city of Shiraz which is known for its colorful lights that are formed by stained glass windows.
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By: Morteza Rahmani
Astronomical tourism; What Iran has to offer to stargazers
TEHRAN, Jul. 12 (MNA) – Tourism industry has gained momentum in recent years with the government redoubling efforts to boost the sector for increasing foreign currency revenues and creating jobs under the current economic conditions.
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Turkish investors to build tourism complex on Kish Island
TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – A large residential-recreational complex will be built for tourists on Kish Island, southern Iran, with the Turkish investment of $100 million.
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By: Afshin Majlesi
Is Iran safe for Americans to visit?
TEHRAN, Jul. 11 (MNA) – The matter of security in Iran is essentially considered as a complex question for any US citizen willing to visit the Islamic Republic.
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Iran to implement visa-free regime for Chinese tourists from July 16
TEHRAN, Jul. 09 (MNA) – From July 16, Chinese tourists will no longer need visas to enter Iran.
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By: Bahnam Yousefi
14th Handicrafts Exhibition in Arak
ARAK, Jul. 09 (MNA) – The 14th Handicrafts Exhibition is underway in Arak in Markazi province from 8 to 12 July, 2019, showcasing the best of the province's handicrafts to visitors.
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Is Iran safe for traveling by tour?
TEHRAN, Jul. 08 (MNA) – If you pay attention to the westerns media propaganda you will see that they don’t show the real face of Iran and always want to scare all people who have the idea of traveling to Iran. The tourists should know that only by traveling and having the intention of enjoying cultural and tourists attraction places they won’t face any danger and will experience fantastic travel ever.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
Badab-e Surt, seven colors springs
TEHRAN, Jul. 07(MNA) – Badab-e Surt is a rare geologic place which attracts geology lovers to one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Mazandaran province, northern Iran. It comprises a range of stepped travertine terrace formations that has been created over thousands of years as flowing water from two mineral hot springs cooled and deposited carbonate minerals on the mountainside.
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Iran’s visa waiver for Chinese to create travel incentives
TEHRAN, Jul. 01 (MNA) – Chairman of Iran Tour Operators Association believes that psychologically, the visa waiver has a positive effect on the tourists of a country and it also creates incentives for travel.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
Rasht city of silver rain
TEHRAN, Jun. 30 (MNA) – Rasht is located in the north of Iran around 25 km from Iran's Caspian Sea coast. It is one of the most important destinations for tourism in Iran because of its natural and historical attractions.
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By: Hamid Vakili
Come lose yourself in architecture of Jameh Mosque of Isfahan
ISFAHAN, Jun. 30 (MNA) – One of the most eye-catching tourist spots in the Iranian central province Isfahan is its Jameh Mosque (or Masjed-e Jameh in Persian), with its breathtaking architecture, spanning over 20,000 square meters. The site has been inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage list.
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Govt. ratifies no visa policy for Chinese visiting Iran
TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – The Cabinet approved no visa policy for Chinese tourists visiting Iran, deputy head of Iran Cultural Heritage, Handcraft and Tourism Organization announced.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
Kandovan breathtaking rocky village
TEHRAN, Jun. 24 (MNA) – Kandovan is a historical village in Iran's East Azarbaijan province, near the city of Tabriz. It is one of the three rocky villages in the world and the beauties of this village have made it one of the strangest villages in Iran.
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Iran not to stamp passports of visiting foreigners
TEHRAN, Jun. 23 (MNA) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani issued an order to the Interior minister on Sunday, according to which Iran will not put stamps on the passports of the visiting foreigners.
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By: Behnam Yousefi
'Shirz' Canyon in Kuhdasht
KUHDASHT, Jun. 23 (MNA) – Shirz Canyon with its breathtaking tourist attraction sites is a canyon of geotouristic importance located 45 kilometers northeast of Kuhdasht in Lorestan, western Iran. The canyon is a favorite tourist spot during summer.
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Ardabil hosts 2nd conf. on health tourism
TEHRAN, Jun. 18 (MNA) – The 2nd Confobition (Conference and Exhibition) on Health Tourism as well as the ECDO-NGOs and Health Tourism Agencies Meeting kicked off on Monday morning in Ardabil, Iran.
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Council of Mins. approves 3 bills on Caspian Sea security
TEHRAN, Jun. 17 (MNA) – The Council of Ministers during a Sunday cabinet meeting approved three bills regarding cooperation agreements on Caspian Sea security.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
Ziggurat of Choga Zanbil magnificent ruins
TEHRAN, Jun. 15 (MNA) – Ziggurat of Choga Zanbil, the world's largest ziggurat is located in Shush; a city in Khuzestan Province, southwest of Iran. It was the first Iranian monument to be registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979.
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Iran, Austria hold tourism meeting in Vienna
TEHRAN, Jun. 12 (MNA) – The second meeting of Iran-Austria Working Group on Tourism kicked off in Vienna Wed. with the aim of implementing the provisions of a previously signed Memorandum of Understanding between the two countries.
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By: Marjohn Sheikhi
For lovers of Persian handicrafts: ‘Parvaneh’ Friday bazaar is made for you!
TEHRAN, Jun. 12 (MNA) – If you are tourist in Tehran yearning to see the best and the most of Iranian handicrafts in one place, I suggest you pay a visit to the ‘Friday Bazaar’ at Parvaneh Parking Garage on Jomhouri Street.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
Katale Khor cave, hidden paradise in Zanjan’s mountains
TEHRAN, Jun. 10 (MNA) – Katale Khor cave is one the most breathtaking caves in Iran which is located in Zanjan Province. The Katale Khor cave has been chosen as the first cave in terms of its crystals and cave formation, beauty and its numerous layers.
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By: Behnam Yousefi
Isfahan, perfect destination for culture aficionados
ISFAHAN, Jun. 08 (MNA) – The mesmerizing Safavid architecture and world heritage sites have made Isfahan province a popular destination for both Iranian and international holidaymakers.
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By: Benyamin Moharramzadeh
Beauties of Kouhroubar
KOUROUBAR, Jun. 08 (MNA) – Kouroubar is a county located on the west side of Masouleh, Gilan province, Iran. It is populated with few cattle ranchers. On the way to Kouroubar, you see several rivers and springs.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
Sarein, city of magical springs
SAREIN, Jun. 08 (MNA) – Sarein a city in Ardabil Province, Iran is one of the most beautiful Iranian cities with pristine nature and pure climate that lies at the foot of Sabalan Mountains. It is a natural spa region with numerous hot mineral springs well-known for their therapeutic values.
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By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan
St. Stepanos Monastery beautiful Armenian church
TEHRAN, Jun. 02 (MNA) – St. Stepanos Monastery is the second most important Armenian Church in Iran after St. Thaddeus Monastery. It is located about 15 km northwest of Jolfa, East Azarbaijan Province, northwestern Iran.
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Caravanserais and time travel to forgotten ages
TEHRAN, Jun. 01 (MNA) – For many travelers to Iran, staying in or even visiting a centuries-old caravanserai, can be a wide experience; they have an opportunity to feel the past, a time travel back into a forgotten age!
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Tourists attend Quds Day rallies in Isfahan
ISFAHAN, Jun. 01 (MNA) – Number of tourists took part in International Quds Day rallies alongside with Iranian people in Naghsh-e Jahan sq., Isfahan.
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Iranian athlete travelling round the world on camel
TEHRAN, May 25 (MNA) – An Iranian athlete has begun his journey around the world and across Iran on a camel, the director general of Hormozgan Province Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization said.
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VIDEO: Mud volcano eruption in southern Iran
TEHRAN, May 25 (MNA) – Mud volcanoes, which can be found in the southernmost tip of Iran, on Mokran's shores, stretching along the Sea of Oman, have added to the tourist attractions of Sistan and Baluchestan province. Beris, Ramin, Tong and Bolbolak are among the biggest ones, rising several meters above the ground every year.