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Love, Mysticism, Dance and Sama in an Ancient Ritual to the Antiquity of Persia

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Ouraman Takht, a small town with a population of 2,000, lies near the city of Sarvabad in Kurdistan Province. It is known for its history, and for its Pir Shalyar ceremonies. Ouraman seems to be as old as time itself – documented sources date it back more than 1,300 years. Based on locals’ claims, the ceremony has been performed for nearly 900 years.
Economy

Iran to resume export of hand-woven carpets to US

Emad Askarieh -
Head of Iran National Carpet Center Hamid Karegar says the Islamic Republic will resume export of its hand-woven carpets to US in near future.
Iran in Pictures

Gorgeous sunset on Kish Island(PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The coral-rimmed, oval-shaped Island of Kish off the southern coast of Iran shines a fiery orange in the sunset, creating a unique and fascinating...
Cultural Heritage

7,000 Year-old Female Body Found in Tehran is Infected

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Experts at the Health Faculty of the Tehran University of Medical Sciences have carried out a scientific examination of the remains of a 7,000...
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Chitgar – The Largest Artificial Lake in Iran

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The lake of Chitgar is one of the latest tourist attractions in Tehran, Iran. The lake is surrounded by an outdoor resort, one which...
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Sadé festival in Kerman, Yazd

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Sade festival is celebrated 40 days after winter solstice in Iran. The festival is observed by Iranian Zoroastrians to celebrate the emergence of fire. The festival...
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Amaryllis Flower Festival, Jarreh Village, Shiraz (PHOTOS)

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A festival is held in villages Jarreh and Baladeh villages in Kazeroun, Fars Province every year. Amaryllis farms in Kazeroun cover 70 hectares of land...
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Lut Desert (PHOTOS)

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Dasht-e Loot is a desert in southeastern province of Kerman, Iran. It is the world's 25th biggest desert. The surface of the sand there has been measured...
Cultural Heritage

Iran Urges UNESCO Push to Protect Cultural Heritage in Syria, Iraq

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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on UNESCO, the United Nations’ cultural organization, to make utmost efforts to protect the endangered cultural works and historic sites in Syria and Iraq from the devastating activities of terrorist groups.
Iran in Pictures

Heavy snow covers Kandovan village

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The inhabitants of troglodyte homes, excavated inside volcanic rocks and tuffs, in Kandovan village of East Azerbaijan province, spend winter days under heavy snow. The...
Cultural Heritage

Fire Temple in Isfahan, Sassanid-era Relic (PHOTOS)

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The fire temple of Isfahan is a Sassanid-era Zoroastrian sacred temples. The fire temple is part of an archaeological complex is located on a hill...
Economy

Iran Aiming for Major Hike in Tourism Income

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iran has formulated plans to increase revenue from the tourism industry within the next ten years to an amount equal to the income generated by oil sales, Head of the country’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) Masoud Soltanifar said.
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Wooden village in Northeastern city of Neyshabour (PHOTOS)

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The wooden village is located 15 km off Mohammad Abad village in Neyshabour and is constructed by contemporary architect Hamid Mojtahedi. The structure makes an eye-catching view for visitors.
Cultural Heritage

Nasir al-Mulk or Pink Mosque in Iran’s Shiraz

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Nasir al-Mulk or Pink Mosque is one of the major tourist attractions of Shiraz, the well-known cultural city in southern Iran.
Cultural Heritage

60 man-made caves in Western Iran belonging to the iron age

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The caves were found in northwestern city of Maraqeh by Iranian archeologists. The following images have been released by Khabar Online News Agency:    
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Iced Waterfall, Nowdeh village, Ardebil (PHOTOS)

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The picturesque waterfall cascades down 30-meter rocks in the northwestern province of Ardabil, Iran.    
Handicrafts

Doidukh village (PHOTOS)

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Doidukh village of North Khorasan Province has a long history in producing different handicrafts including double-sided silk rug.
Cultural Heritage

Rudkhan castle (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The historical Rudkhan Castle enchants with its magnificent structure and breathtaking nature.
Iran in Pictures

Serbian tourist in Shiraz (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
21-year-old Milana of Serbia began her journey around the world with only two euros, and with the message of friendship and kindness. Passing through...
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Iran Architecture in Photos: Jameh Mosque of Qazvin

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The grand, congregational mosque of Qazvin, Jameh Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Iran. The architecture contains a Shabestan and Ab anbar,...
Cultural Heritage

Abbasian Historical House (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The construction of Abbasian Historical Complex in Kashan, Isfahan, an Iranian central province, had been started by attempts of Haj Mohammed Ibrahim Tajer Kashi around 1245 to 1248 AH (1829-1831AD).
Iran in Pictures

Frozen Sardabeh waterfall (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Located 24 km from Ardebil in eastern slope of Sabalan Mountain, Sardabeh waterfall has near 15 meters height with strong smell of sulfur and...
Architecture

Mid-East’s second largest shopping mall shines in Isfahan

Fatemeh Askarieh -
On the outskirts of Iran’s historic city of Isfahan, one of the largest shopping malls in the Middle East has taken shape.
Cultural Heritage

Saveh Grand Mosque (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Magnificent Grand Mosque of Saveh contains history of a millennium. This Seljuk-era monument was built in the 12th century and is located in Markazi Province.   The...
Handicrafts

Double-sided Persian rug (PHOTOS)

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The rug has been put on display in some Asian and European countries.
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