Cultural Tourism

VIDEO: Sarein, city of magical springs

TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) – Sarein a city in Ardabil Province, Iran is one of the most beautiful Iranian cities that lies at the foot of the Sabalan Mountains. It is a natural spa region with numerous hot mineral springs well-known for their therapeutic values. It attracts more than five million tourists annually who travel to this region from different parts of Iran and the world because of climate and hot springs.
2020-01-19 17:44
Tajikistan keen on using Chabahar port’s capacities

TEHRAN, Jan. 01 (MNA) – Tajikistan Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran Nizam al-Din Zahedi said that his country is interested in using high capacities and potentials of Chabahar port.
2020-01-01 19:56
VIDEO: Masuleh, the most beautiful stairs village in Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – The stairs village of Masuleh where roofs and streets become one is located in the middle of green mountains of Gilan, northern Iran. Stairway with a specific architecture, the houses of the village are built on each other and the roof of each house is the courtyard of his upper Neighbor. It is one of the most stunning stairs villages in the country.
2019-12-31 11:24
Iran hosts 6.7 million foreign tourists in 8 months

TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) – About 6.7 million tourists have traveled to Iran since the beginning of the current Iranian year (March 21- Nov. 21), according to the dead of the Department of Passports and Visas of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
2019-12-05 19:43
By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Dowlatabad Garden; architectural jewel in heart of desert

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Among the spectacular attractions of Yazd, there is a lush and beautiful garden which is one of the most famous gardens in Iran. A garden of unique architecture that has created a green jewel in the heart of the desert.
2019-12-01 15:59
Moonesan:

Iran welcomes Chinese investors to invest in tourism industry

TEHRAN, Nov. 30 (MNA) – Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Ali-Asghar Moonesan invites Chinese investors for investing in Iran’s tourism industry.
2019-11-30 10:54
Iran takes part in 3rd Ministerial Meeting of Ancient Civilization Forum

TEHRAN, Nov. 29 (MNA) – The Third Ministerial Meeting of Ancient Civilization Forum was opened in Chinese capital Beijing on Fri. with the participation of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
2019-11-29 13:17
Reporters of 22 foreign media outlets travelled to Iran last month: Culture Ministry

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – A statement by Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance's Press Office said in the second month of autumn in the Iranian calendar (Aban) a total of 43 reporters and affiliated news teams from 22 foreign press traveled to Iran.
2019-11-24 22:12
Number of tourists visiting Kerman up by 16%

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – The number of tourists visiting Kerman Province, south of Iran, has increased by 16% in the first six months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21 – September 21).
2019-11-24 17:23
Have you ever tried a lifetime Persian ancient spa?

TEHRAN, Oct. 20 (MNA) – A humble usually brick alcove entrance with a tiled or miniature designed portal leads to an open hall underground with the roof at ground level centered with a small pool.
2019-10-20 14:12
Ardabil governor general:

Selecting Ardabil as ECO tourism capital to guarantee provincial development

TEHRAN, Oct. 09 (MNA) – Governor General of Ardabil province Akbar Behnamjoo said on Wednesday that tourism industry will be a guarantee for the sustainable development of this province with the selection of Ardabil province as Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO)’s tourism capital in 2023.
2019-10-09 16:15
By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Chehel Sotoun; a blend of prominent Persian garden, glorious palace

TEHRAN, Sep. 15 (MNA) – Located next to Naqsh-e Jahan Square and Chahar Bagh, Chehel Sotoun Palace is considered as one of the tourist attractions of Isfahan, Iran.
2019-09-15 17:46
Number of Turkish tourists visiting Razavi Khorasan up by 90%

TEHRAN, Sep. 07 (MNA) – The number of Turkish tourists visiting Razavi Khorasan northeastern province of Iran, has increased by 90% in recent years.
2019-09-07 18:26
Iran accounts for 0.5% share of world’s tourism sector

TEHRAN, Sep. 02 (MNA) – Chairman of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) Gholamhossein Shafei said although the country is home to different tourist attractions with breathtaking views, Iran’s share of tourism in the world stands at 0.5 percent.
2019-09-02 13:26
226 tourism, cultural heritage projects come on stream during Govt. Week

TEHRAN, Aug. 27 (MNA) – Concurrent with the Government Week, as many as 226 tourism and cultural heritage projects were inaugurated across the country.
2019-08-27 19:28
Number of tourists visiting Isfahan up by 5%

TEHRAN, Aug. 27 (MNA) – The General Manager of Isfahan Cultural Heritage said that the number of tourists visiting Isfahan has increased by 5% since the start of the year 1398 (March 21, 2019) despite the sanctions against Iran.
2019-08-27 19:01
By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Falak-ol-Aflak: More than just a castle

TEHRAN, Aug. 24 (MNA) – Falak-ol-Aflak Castle is a historical castle located on a stony hillock in the midst of the city of Khorramabad. It is one of the world's architectural masterpieces which has always hosted domestic and foreign tourists every year.
2019-08-24 15:38
Picturesque 3D illumination at Karim Khan Citadel

SHIRAZ, Aug. 11 (MNA) – Beautiful 3D illuminations around Arg-e Karim Khan (Karim Khan Citadel) in Shiraz, southern Fars province, have given a picturesque scenery to the city center's nights. Karim Khan Citadel is the most famous historical structure belonging to Zand Dynasty that ruled Iran during the second half of the 18th century.
2019-08-11 10:30
Islamic architecture? Sure, but Na’in’s old mosque offers so much more

TEHRAN, Jul. 17 (MNA) – Well regarded for its hospitable people, handicrafts, and ancient qanats (manmade subterranean aqueducts that brings water from the mountains), Na’in dates back to nearly 2000 years, which makes it one of the oldest continuously settled towns in the Iranian plateau.
2019-07-17 09:37
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.
2019-07-14 13:23
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.
2019-07-08 11:34
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.
2019-06-30 18:46
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.
2019-06-24 15:14
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.
2019-06-15 14:19
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.
2019-06-10 15:38
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.
2019-06-08 11:46
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.
2019-06-08 10:42
By: Majid Dehghanizadeh

Damask rose festival in Yazd

MEHRIZ, May 18 (MNA) – The second cultural damask rose festival was hold in Mehriz, a city in Yazd Province, Iran.
2019-05-18 16:21
Iran's handicrafts, tourism attractions on display in China expo

TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – The Asian Culture and Tourism Exhibition kicked off in China’s capital Beijing today, with the representatives from Iran's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) attending the event.
2019-05-18 15:21
By: Mohammad Karimi

Cultural festival in Lorestan province

KUHDASHT, May 04 (MNA) – The cultural festival of Lorestan was held in Kuhdasht County, Lorestan Province, Iran on Friday which included folk music, local cuisine, nomadic handicrafts exhibition and indigenous games.
2019-05-04 16:11