Tourism

By: Morteza Rahmani

Meymand, a beauty in central Iran from the Stone Age

TEHRAN, Mar. 22 (MNA) – At the south-eastern Iranian province of Kerman near Shahr-Babak city, there is a village dating back to the Stone Age. Meymand is a village of troglodytes – cave dwellers.
2019-03-22 10:27
By: Behnam Yousefi

Authenticity of Iranian architecture, culture in Kashan

KASHAN, Mar. 18 (MNA) – Only three hours from the capital Tehran, the central city of Kashan, Isfahan province, can definitely be deemed as a marvelous get-away for many urbanites, who yearn for the authenticity of traditional Iranian culture and architecture.
2019-03-18 10:41
By: Afshin Majlesi

Lipar, a small lake in pink

TEHRAN, Mar. 17 (MNA) – Lipar, a small lake which usually turns pink, is an off-the-radar tourist destination in Iran, which has never been introduced completely!
2019-03-17 16:06
Iran Visa: Types & tips; all you need to know about Iran visa

TEHRAN, Mar. 12 (MNA) – Iranian visa is issued for up to 30 days. It is extendable and must be granted before travelling. There are simple ways to obtain the Iranian visa.
2019-03-12 16:29
By: Morteza Rahmani

Darak, where the desert meets the sea

TEHRAN, Feb. 23 (MNA) – The coastal village of ‘Darak’ can be found in the southernmost tip of Iran, on Mokran's shores, stretching along the Sea of Oman. It is one of the most stunningly pristine beaches in the country.
2019-02-23 11:44
The top 10 unexpected experiences for travelers in Iran

TEHRAN, Feb. 20 (MNA) – Forget about Persepolis and Isfahan's blue mosques! These places are must-see in Iran.
2019-02-20 13:18
By: Maryam Kamyab

12th Intl. Tourism Exhibition

TEHRAN, Feb. 15 (MNA) – The Iranian capital Tehran is hosting the 12th edition of the International Exhibition of Tourism and Related Industries with hundreds of domestic and foreign companies taking part.
2019-02-15 10:59
12th intl. tourism exhibition opens in Tehran

TEHRAN, Feb. 12 – The 12th Tehran International Tourism Exhibition opened at Tehran's International Fairgrounds on Tuesday.
2019-02-12 13:14
Handicraft exports exceed $190 million in 9 months

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 MNA) – Iranian merchants exported over $195 million worth of handicrafts during the first nine months of the current fiscal (to Dec. 21, 2018), a senior official said.
2019-02-04 11:32
VIDEO: King of Spain visits Iran's pavilion in Fitur 2019

TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) – King Felipe VI of Spain visited Iran’s pavilion in Fitur International Tourism Fair, which is underway in Madrid from Jan. 23-27. The King was welcomed with traditional music belonging to southern Iran.
2019-01-28 15:16
By: Hamid Vakili

Zavareh, a historical gem on the edge of central desert of Iran

ZAVAREH, Jan. 28 (MNA) – Zavareh is located 10km from Ardestan county, Isfahan province, on the very edge of central desert of Iran. The small city, named after Rostam’s brother, a mythical Persian hero, has many attractions, including Zavareh Jame Mosque, dating back some 900 years, and Zavareh Sangbast Castle, the second largest castle in Iran after Alamut.
2019-01-28 12:25
By: Pouya Bazargard

Chehel Setun in heart of Gilan

LAHIJAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) – Molla Mahalleh-ye Chehel Setun is a village in Ahandan rural district, in the central district of Lahijan County, Gilan province, Iran. The pristine nature and the monument of one of Imam Musa al-Kadhim’s descendants have made the region an excellent for local and foreign tourists, visiting the northern province.
2019-01-27 11:12
By: Behnam Yousefi

Maranjab Desert in heart of Iran

ARAN AND BIDGOL, Jan. 21 (MNA) – Maranjab Desert, located in Aran and Bidgol, Isfahan province, is one of the most beautiful desert areas of Iran. Maranjab Desert annually hosts over 100,000 domestic and foreign travelers.
2019-01-21 09:29
How to get a visa for Iran; ultimate guide 2019

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Chances are you can’t enter Iran with a free visa unless of course, your country is eligible for that. These countries include Turkey, Syria, Armenia, Bolivia, Venezuela, Azerbaijan, Malaysia and Georgia.
2018-12-31 15:27
Number of Iranian tourists visiting Turkey drops

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey announced on Friday that the number of Iranian tourists visiting the country has dropped by 18.17 percent in January – November 2018, compared to same period last year.
2018-12-29 10:56
Iran embassy in Japan holds seminar on tourism industry

TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) – A seminar was held at Iran embassy in Tokyo aimed at introducing the Iranian culture and tourism industry to Japanese people and travel companies.
2018-12-19 14:51
UNWTO chief calls for closer coop. with Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) – Iranian ambassador to Spain and Secretary-General of World Tourism Organization met in Madrid on Tue. to discuss issues related to tourism and expansion of cooperation between Iran and the UNWTO.
2018-12-19 10:11
Iran to host two Intl. health tourism conferences in 2019

TEHRAN, Dec. 18 (MNA) – Iran is set to host two international conferences on medical tourism in 2019, a senior official at the Ministry of Health and Medical Education said.
2018-12-18 13:56
Iranians’ international trips down by half in 2018

TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) – The number of Iranians travelling abroad dropped from over 10 million last year to nearly 5 million in the first seven months of the current Iranian year (Mar. 21 – Oct. 22), according to deputy director of tourism organization.
2018-12-15 12:15
Iran, Japan keen on boosting cultural ties

TEHRAN, Dec. 13 (MNA) – Director General for Cultural Affairs of Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Manabu Miyagawa hailed the long-standing ties with Iran, calling for expansion of mutual cooperation, especially in the cultural field.
2018-12-13 19:36
By: Behnam Yousefi

Beautiful sceneries of late autumn in Mazandaran

SARI, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Badab-e Surt and Churat Lake in the northern Mazandaran province are playing host to beautiful sceneries of late autumn. Formed in a course of thousands of years, Badab-e Surt is a range of stepped travertine terrace springs of salt-water colored by brown and red hues of carbonate minerals. Churat Lake was created in 1939 by an earthquake and landslide followed by the spring water being closed beside the lake.
2018-12-11 09:06
By: Mehdi Hosseinnejadi

Exquisite beauty of Heyran in Autumn

ASTARA, Dec. 01 (MNA) – The enchanting landscapes of Heyran mountain pass, 30 kilometers west of Astara in Gilan province, have added to the beauty of the region, making it one of the most famous tourist sites in the country.
2018-12-01 13:39
With approval from WTO:

World center for handicrafts, tourism to be set up in Iran

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – Deputy Head of Iran Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Organization (CHTHO) Pouya Mahmoudian said that a world tourism center, as proposed by President Rouhani, will be established in Iran.
2018-11-24 18:02
Iran as safe as UK, according to Travel Risk Map 2019

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – Iran is as safe as the UK when it comes to security, according to a new interactive map showing the risk level around the world.
2018-11-24 13:22
Hitherto Unseen;

New official car rental system in Iran - Navaran

TEHRAN, Nov. 21 (MNA) – Iran has embarked on serious efforts over recent years to attract foreign tourists. To that end, it has passed facilitating regulations, built infrastructure like hotels, improved transportation and developed car rental system, and signed contracts with international airlines and travel agencies.
2018-11-21 15:12
By: Mina Noei

Tabriz reflecting elegant beauties of autumn

TABRIZ, Nov. 20 (MNA) – The streets of Tabriz, in the northwestern East Azerbaijan province, are now reflecting elegant beauties of autumn. The municipality has announced that there is no program in place for cleanup in some regions so that people can enjoy the beauty of the city covered with yellow leaves.
2018-11-20 12:00
By: Fatima Karimi

First underground ecolodge in Middle East

GARMSAR, Nov. 20 (MNA) – Construction of the first underground ecolodge in the Middle East is being finalized in Garmsar county, Semnan province, central Iran. The complex consists of a stronghold on the surface and an underground city which has been dug up some 8 meters blow surface using 4,330 workers during one year. The underground ecolodge enjoys 15 rooms, a big hall and spectacular corridors in which one can see the traces of hand tools used for caving. The ecolodge has not yet been officially inaugurated.
2018-11-20 10:59
By: Mehdi Hosseinnejadi

Gilan's Estil Lagoon in autumn

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – Estill Lagoon is a 138-acre pond located in the northern province of Gilan near the city of Astara. Estil is considered a wildlife refuge home to rare species, and is among the major tourist attractions of the green province.
2018-11-19 19:09
Opening ceremony of UNWTO cultural tourism seminar in Hamedan

TEHRAN, Nov. 13 (MNA) – The opening ceremony of the 40th UNWTO Affiliate Members Plenary Session was held in Hamedan on Monday in attendance of the Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization Zurab Pololikashvili and the head of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization Ali Asghar Mounesan. Titled as ‘International Seminar on Harnessing Cultural Tourism through Innovation and Technology’, the three-day will continue through Wednesday (Nov. 14).
2018-11-13 14:36
Iran ‘safe’, ‘secure’ country for tourists

TEHRAN, Nov. 12 (MNA) – Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), said that Islamic Republic of Iran is a safe and secure country for tourists in the world.
2018-11-12 17:24