Friday, March 29, 2024

Tourism

Iran, Most Affordable Destination for Foreign Tourists

Iran’s tourism industry has been identified for a third straight year to have the most affordable prices in the world for foreign visitors.

Shoy Waterfall, Largest of Its Kind in Middle East

Shoy Waterfall, which is located near the city of Dezful in southwestern Iran, is the biggest natural waterfall in the Middle East.

Kermanshah: Iranian Metropolis with Historical Attractions

The city of Kermanshah in western Iran is home to magnificent tourist attractions, including ancient monuments.

Concerts to Be Held Aboard Cruise Ships in Southern Iran

Barring administrative hiccups, Bushehr is on course to becoming the first province to hold concerts aboard cruise ships.

Hottest, Coldest Regions on Earth Look Similar: Iranian Tourist

An Iranian woman, who has travelled to the hottest and coldest places on the Earth, says despite their radical climate differences, the two locations are strikingly similar.

Rouhani to Use Non-Oil Exports, Tourism to Create More Jobs

Hassan Rouhani, the incumbent Iranian president running for the second term, highlighted the role of non-oil exports, the tourism industry, as well as the medium-scale and small-scale enterprises in creating job opportunities for the country’s young labor force.

Shrine of Prophet Khaled in Northeastern Iran

The shrine of pre-Islamic prophet Khaled Nabi in northeastern Iran is a beautiful place surrounded by a strange cemetery.

Qeshm Island Geopark Becomes Global after Receiving UNESCO Green Card

Qeshm Island Geopark in the southern Iranian island of Qeshm has become a UNESCO Global Geopark after obtaining the UN cultural body’s green card.

Foreign Tourists Prefer Rural Houses to 5-Star Hotels in Iran’s Kerman

Figures show that there has been a significant increase in the number of foreign tourists visiting the southeastern Iranian province of Kerman over the past few years, a large number of whom have been highly interested in staying at local guest houses.

“Tourism Industry in Iran Needs Greater Attention”

An Iranian MP says the expansion of tourism industry, more than any other time in Iran’s history, requires increased attention, thoughtful planning, passing and enacting administrative laws and establishment of modern infrastructure.

Iran Deeply Regrets Deaths of German Tourists in Crash

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman voiced his deep sorrow over the deaths of two German tourists in a minibus crash in southern Iran.

Figures Say Number of Foreign Tourists to Iran Peaked in 2016

Official figures indicate that the number of foreign tourists visiting Iran has witnessed a remarkable increase during President Hassan Rouhani’s four-year term, reaching its peak after the implementation of the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers in 2016.

New Look of Tehran’s 30th Tir Street More Appealing to Tourists

30th TirStreet is among the oldest and original historical places in Tehran which has recently attracted greater attention to itself as a tourist attraction due to a number of changes and renovations it has undergone.

“Cultural Conflict in Iran Should Turn into Cultural Diversity”

A top Iranian cultural heritage official has blamed the cultural conflict in modern Iran on mismanagement, and urged that it should turn into cultural reconciliation.

Iranian Tourists Can Visit Russia’s Far East without Visa

Moscow has issued a list of 18 countries, including Iran, the nationals of which are permitted entry into Russia’s Far East without a visa.

Iran’s First Cruise Ship Since 1979 Completes Maiden Trip

Iran’s first cruise ship after the 1979 Islamic Revolution has reportedly completed its maiden voyage and docked in the Persian Gulf resort island of Qeshm, according to Iranian officials.

Cruise Ship Berthed at Iran’s Kish Island Preparing for First Voyage

Sunny, the first-ever cruise ship to dock at Kish Island in nearly 40 years, is scheduled to make its maiden voyage today.

Golestan Palace’s Clock Finally Fixed after 90 Years

The clock of Shamsolemareh, the finest edifice on the eastern wing of Golestan Palace and the first high rise in Tehran, started to run after a 90-year slumber.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Old City of Hamadan

Hamadan, or Hamedan, in central west of Iran is believed to be among the oldest Iranian cities and one of the oldest ones in the world.

Grand Mosque of Urmia: An Architectural Masterpiece

The Grand Mosque of Urmia in northwestern Iran is considered an architectural masterpiece dating back to hundreds of years ago.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Kerman Province

Kerman province in southeastern Iran is home to numerous tourist attractions annually visited by thousands of tourists, particularly during Nowruz holidays.

French Tourists, Top Visitors of Iran’s Shiraz

After the nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, the number of foreign visitors to Fars province in southern Iran has been more than twice as many as before, with the French at the top.

Tourists from 180 Countries Can Obtain Iran Visa on Arrival

A senior Iranian official saysthe Islamic Republic issues visa for nationals from 180 countries upon their arrival at the Iranian airports.

Iran: Legendary Land of Exquisite Attractions

Foreign tourists describe Iran as a country of unique historical monuments, excellent cuisine and hospitable people.

Turning Iranophobia into Iranophilia

Foreign tourists visiting Iran describe Iranian people as very hospitable, kind and caring, and term the country the land of peace.

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