Daughter of Sun, a real gem and an ambassador of health

A floral necklace is an ambassador of health to help women who suffer from cancer to learn about ways to come to terms with their disease.

A woman who wants to turn her hometown into world’s capital of hand-woven carpets

My ultimate ambition is to establish a centralized village where hand-woven carpets are made, says the Iranian entrepreneur.

Iran, land of different climates

Iran is located in a place where the highly distinctive flora and fauna of different regions converge.

A fake Indian name for the Persian lion

An Iranian environmentalist says that renaming or naturalization of an animal which is native to other countries cannot change the history of the animal.

Signs of early modern humans found in a cave in western Iran

The reasons which contributed to the mystery extinction of Neanderthals are highly likely to be unraveled during the excavations across different sites in Khorramabad Valley.

Expo Milano 2015, a window of opportunity for Iran to present its potential

The Iranian envoy in Italy has said that Eastern and Western investors are invited to Iran and do business in a healthy and secure atmosphere.

At the Height of Tehran’s Tallest Flagpole

You may be interested in seeing some wonderful photos of Tehran, Iran's capital, taken from the top of its tallest flagpole!

History Show Focusing on Seljuq Dynasty in Isfahan

Snapshots of a theater festival aimed at educating people in Isfahan on the Seljuq Dynasty through theatrical performances.

Iran in Photos: Isfahan History Show

Troupes reenact the memories of the historical city of Isfahan in central Iran.

Nature Bridge in Tehran; the awarded structure of 2015

The curved path with variable width and changes in the slopes of the bridge slows down the users and creates a sense of mystery about the destination.

100-plus ancient epigraphs return home from US (PHOTOS)

A photo gallery of the arrival home from the US of 108 Persian epigraphs dug out decades ago in Chogha Mish Hills in southern Iran.

Caracals in Iran

Caracals are deemed as a symbol of beauty and magnificence in deserts across Iran.

Tajrish street market in northern Tehran

The snapshots of Tajrish market, a local street market in Tehran, where colorful items are on offer.

Traditional local ritual in west-central Iran (PHOTOS)

A photo gallery of a traditional ritual in west-central Iran.

Wedding traditions of Turkmens in Iran (PHOTOS)

Snapshots of a Turkmen wedding party in Iran.

Saadabad Palace’s kitchen opens to public as a museum (PHOTOS)

Photos of the Royal Kitchen Museum at Saadabad complex in northern Tehran.

Persian garden Park on a rainy day

A photo gallery of Persian garden Park in northern Tehran which has become a major attraction of the capital.

Iran prepared for “new tourist shock”

We believe that tourism will witness a growing trend in Iran and we are prepared for the new arrivals after the removal of sanctions, said Soltanifar.

A bridge with an interesting function in northern Iran (PHOTOS)

A photo gallery of a bridge with an interesting function: preventing rainwater from going to waste.

Historical house of Imam Khomeini in his hometown (PHOTOS)

A photo gallery that features the ancestral home of Founder of the Islamic Republic Imam Khomeini in his hometown in Markazi Province.

Qasr Garden Museum Built in Former Prison in Tehran

Qasr Garden Museum has set out on a long journey, turning from a park to a mansion, a prison and finally a garden museum.

Beautiful rocky coasts of Chabahar (PHOTOS)

Iran's most beautiful rocky coasts are in Sistan and Baluchestan Province. Whales can often be seen frolicking off these coasts.

World largest framed carpet unveiled

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

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.

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