Iranian People Preparing for Nowruz

As we approach the end of winter and the beginning of the new season, Iranian people are preparing themselves to welcome Nowruz and celebrate the Persian New Year.

Iranian People Celebrate Persian Fire Festival

Charshanbe Soori is a prelude to Nowruz (the Iranian New Year), and is celebrated with firework displays and the jumping over of fires. Mixed nuts and berries are also served during the celebration.

Plaza Opened in Heart of Square in Central Tehran

In a ceremony attended by Tehran Mayor Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the plaza of Valiasr Square was unveiled. The square is one of the major...

The Only Ski Resort in Semi-Dry Eastern Iran

While most ski resorts in Iran are located in northern and western parts, the mostly dry and semi-dry provinces in the east are also home to one ski resort.

Wonders of Iran You Shouldn’t Miss

The French newspaper Le Figaro has published a report on Iran’s outstanding landscapes foreign tourists should not miss.

Rapeseed Fields in Northern Iran

Rapeseed, a bright-yellow flowering plant, is considered the third-largest source of vegetable oil and one of the oldest ones in the world.

Historical House of Boroujerdis in Iran’s Kashan

The central Iranian city of Kashan is home to several historical houses with beautiful architecture and decorations. These houses, including those of Boroujerdis, Tabatabaeis, and Abbasis, are among the most interesting tourist destinations in Kashan.

Return of Life to Major Wetland in Southwestern Iran

The recent rainfalls in southern and southwestern parts of Iran have breathed new life into Hurolazim, one of the biggest and most important wetlands of Iran, which is the Iranian part of a bigger wetland shared with Iraq.

Water in Iranian Dam Frozen in Cold Winter

Interesting scenes have been created following the sharp decline in temperature within the past days that has frozen parts of the lake of the Mahabad Dam in West Azerbaijan province.

Winter in Iran’s Marivan

The city of Marivan in western Iranian province Kordestan has been blanketed by heavy snow in recent weeks.

Wonderful Salt Dome in Central Iran

Many tourists annually visit the beautiful salt dome and ponds located near the city of Qom in central Iran.

A Tour of Art Galleries in Tehran

Year after year, the art galleries of Tehran become more prosperous. Iranian people are now more willing than ever to see art and buy gallery items.

Heavy Rain in Southern Iran Breathes New Life into Maharloo Lake

The recent heavy rainfall in southern Iran have breathed a new life into several shrinking wetlands and lakes including Maharloo Lake, near Shiraz.

Beach Volleyball World Tour Wraps Up in Iran’s Kish Island

Russia claimed the title at the final match against Poland in the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Kish Island 3 Star on Saturday.

Int’l Car Exhibition Kicks Off in Tehran

Tehran Auto Show started work on Tuesday with several Iranian, European, and East Asian car manufacturers displaying their latest products.

Iranian Cities and Villages Blanketed with Heavy Snow

Heavy snowfall and rainfall affected some 28 provinces, mainly in northern and western parts of Iran, on Monday with temperatures plunging to below zero.

Iran’s Kish Island Hosts Cable Ski Tournament

The final round of a cable ski tournament was held in Kish Island, southern Iran, on Friday.

Millions of Iranians Celebrate Anniversary of Islamic Revolution

Iranian people in different cities and towns poured into the streets on Friday and held massive rallies to celebrate the 38th anniversary of Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Desert Tourism Gathering in Loot, Southeastern Iran

A huge number of desert tourists are visiting the Loot Desert in southeastern Iran.

Mystic Dance in Ancient Iranian Mid-Winter Ceremony

Pir Shalyar is a three-day ancient ceremony held twice a year in Western Iran in mid-spring and mid-winter. Attending the mystic ceremony is of great significance, and many tourists from Iran and abroad make their way to the city each year.

Iran through Eyes of Thai-Swiss Painter

A Thai-Swiss artist, recently put her paintings on display in an exhibition named “Iran through my eyes” in a gallery in Tehran.

Iranian Family Launches Nationwide Campaign to Protect Asiatic Cheetah

An Iranian family is leading a caravan that travels across the country to inform people about the lives of critically-endangered Asiatic cheetahs.

Ancient Festival of Sadeh in Southern Iran

Iranian Zoroastrians, and even some non-Zoroastrian Iranians, annually celebrate Sadeh, an ancient Iranian festival that takes place 50 days before Nowruz, the Persian New Year.

Heroic Firefighters Laid to Rest after Funeral Ceremony Attended by Thousands

A funeral ceremony for 16 Iranian firefighters, who lost their lives battling a massive blaze that recently ruined a high-rise in downtown Tehran, was held in the capital city’s Grand Mosalla on Monday. The self-less firemen were later laid to rest as thousands escorted them to the cemetery.

Water Returns to Revive Imperilled River in Central Iran

The floodgates of Zayandehroud Dam were opened on Sunday to allow water to flow into the parched river with the same name.

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