Iran in Pictures

National horse-racing tournament in northeast

Iranian horse jockeys vied for the top prize at the national horse-racing championships in the northeast.

Environmentalists clean up nature in northern Iran

Following concerted efforts by a number of Iranian environmentalists, a forested hill in northern Iran was cleared of garbage.

World largest framed carpet unveiled

The world’s largest framed carpet featuring “I love Muhammad” in 40 languages has been unveiled in Tehran.

People in Tehran hold protest rally outside Saudi embassy

Demonstrators in Tehran called for the closure of the Saudi embassy in Iran and speedy punishment of those behind the sexual abuse of Iranian teens.

Tehran Stock Exchange rallies (PHOTOS)

A photo gallery that features a flurry of activity in Tehran Stock Exchange as a result efforts by the government of Prudence and Hope to put the economy back on track.

Book, Paper Conservation-Restoration Center at parliament’s library

A photo gallery that depicts efforts by Iranian experts to restore books and documents at the Book and Paper Conservation-Restoration Center of parliament’s library.

Portuguese Castle in Southeastern Iran

Located in southeastern Iran, the Portuguese Castle dates back to 16th century; when the Portuguese intended to conquer the world.

President Rouhani greets Turkish counterpart in Tehran (PHOTOS)

A photo gallery featuring President Rouhani welcoming the Turkish president after he arrived in Tehran on April 7.

Old locks have literally seen better days in Iran (Photos)

The old lock making craft is close to becoming history in Iran.

Iran Architecture in Photos: Ancient Forg Castle

Forg Castle is located in a namesake village in eastern province of Southern Khorasan. It is one of Iran's attractions that date back to the Afshar era.

Iranian in photo

Iranian in photo

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Kolbe Hoor Beach

Kolbe Hoor is a beautiful beach west of Iran’s southern island of Kish on the rims of the Persian Gulf.

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