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Latest Urban News in Iran – Life in the metropolis. The home of IFP News, Tehran is a city as big as New York, with all the energy and buzz, as well as the social and cultural issues, of a major capital. Simply put, life here is fast and fascinating – find out more in this section.
Art Event in Kerman Keeps Memory of Dried Trees Alive
Wood Memory, an art event where Kerman’s dried trees are turned into artworks, is being held in this desert city’s Maths Park and National Library.
Iranian Cartoonists Hold Art Event on Nature Bridge
A number of Iranian cartoon artists participated in the third Tehran Art Evening, an artistic event held on Tehran’s Nature Bridge every Friday.
What’s Going On in Iran’s Beverly Hills?
It’s been a few years that a luxury town has been established in Lavasan in northeastern Tehran, based on the urban architecture of Beverly Hills in Los Angeles, California. But what’s going on there?
Dowlatabad; The Little Iraq in Heart of Iranian Capital
Iraqi Arabs have formed a neighbourhood, called Dowlatabad, in the south of the Iranian capital of Tehran. The quarter, located in Shahr-e Rey, has gradually turned into a tourist attraction for those who want to taste Arabic dishes.
New Scheme Cuts Traffic Congestion in Tehran by 35%
The newly launched traffic scheme has reduced traffic jam by 30-35 percent in the capital, Mardan Heidari, an official with traffic and transport affairs at Tehran Municipality has announced.
Iranian Researchers Develop High-Precision Licence Plate Reader
An Iranian group of academic experts has produced a homegrown smart system of licence plate readers with the unmatched accuracy of above 99 percent.
Street in Tehran Officially Called ‘Handicrafts Parade’
Tehran City Council has given a street in downtown Tehran the title of “Handicrafts Parade” on the occasion of the World Handicrafts Day, which is annually marked on June 10.
Public Iftar Ceremony in Tehran Tabiat Bridge
A simple Iftar meal was recently served for the public on Tehran’s iconic Tabiat Bridge with the help of local donors.
Park in St. Petersburg to Be Named after Iran’s Isfahan
Based on an agreement between the municipalities of Russia's St. Petersburg and Iran's Isfahan, a park called “Isfahan Park” will be launched in the historic Russian city.
Mild Weather Taking Tehran Citizens to Parks for Iftar
This year, just like the past few years, the holy Islamic month of Ramadan has coincided with the mild season in Iran, and many Iranian families go out to have their Iftar meals in the parks.
Stray Dogs of Tehran Controlled by Feeding Stations
A plan is set in motion to establish special locations outside the Iranian capital, Tehran, for feeding stray dogs.
Son Covers Street in Tehran with 200,000 Tulips in Mother’s Memory
An Iranian man annually plants thousands of tulip flowers on the edge of the pavement of Zarafshan Street in Tehran as a memorial to his late mother.
Mashhad Hosts Festival of Tulip, Daffodil Flowers
A festival of tulip and daffodil flowers is being held in the north-eastern Iranian city of Mashhad, giving a scenic beauty to the holy city.
Giant Insects Park Launched in Tehran
The Iranian capital is now home to a park in which giant samples of insects are put on show with the aim of giving the visitors a chance to have some fun and at the same time making them familiar with the most important species of insects
Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Ramsar Boulevard
Ramsar or Moallem Boulevard, a symbol of the city of Ramsar in Mazandaran province, is one of the most beautiful roads in northern Iran, which links the sea, mountain and forest together.
300,000 Flowerpots to Decorate Bojnord in Nowruz
The Municipality of Bojnord, a city in North Khorasan province in north-eastern Iran, has prepared 300,000 flowerpots to use for decorating the city on the eve of the Persian New Year or Nowruz.
Old Alleys of Tehran Tarted Up for Nowruz
The Municipality of Tehran has decorated the exterior of old houses in alleys of District 9 as part of a pre-Nowruz campaign called “Look Again”.
Pre-Nowruz Festival of Coloured Eggs Underway in Tehran
A festival of coloured eggs is underway in the Iranian capital of Tehran as part of Baharestan 98 event which is held on the eve of the Persian New Year, or Nowruz, with the participation of 450 artists at 10 sites.
City Art Rejuvenates Tehran in Lead-up to Persian New Year
An annual arts event has opened in the Iranian capital, Tehran, to welcome the Persian New Year Nowruz, which is just days away.
Iranians on Shopping Sprees in Run-up to New Year
Iranian people from all walks of life are going on shopping sprees as the Persian New Year is around the corner.
Tehran Citizens Share Joy of Bike Riding Together
A large number of Tehran citizens joined on Friday to attend a public gathering of bicyclists organized by the Municipality of District 3.
Sanandaj; The City of Iranian Sculptures
The city of Sanandaj in Kurdistan Province, western Iran, is home to a large number of statues built in honour of the literary figures, poets, athletes and prominent people of the city.
Iranians Getting Prepared to Celebrate Yalda Night
Yalda is the longest night of the year in the Iranian calendar, during which Iranians celebrate winter solstice along with their families.
Tehran Hosting Exhibition of Urban Sculptures
The sixth biennial exhibition of urban sculptures is underway in the Iranian capital of Tehran, where 59 maquettes have been featured and put to the vote of visitors.
Autumn Leaves Decorate Streets of Tabriz
Pavements and busy paths in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabriz have been covered with autumn leaves, turning into an interesting subject on social media networks.
