Video: Spring migration of horses begins in Gilan’s Deylaman Highlands

With the arrival of spring, herds of horses have begun their seasonal migration from the foothills to the highlands of Deylaman in Iran’s northern Gilan Province.

Sasanian architectural remains unearthed at Urmia’s Grand Mosque, northern Iran

Archaeologists have discovered remains of Sasanian-era architecture during recent excavations at the historic Grand Mosque of Urmia, in Iran’s West Azarbaijan Province.

Rose harvest festival celebrates agriculture, tourism in Babol

A month-long festival celebrating the harvest of Damask rose (Gol-e Mohammadi) is underway in northern Iranian city of Babol, aiming to showcase the region’s agricultural strengths and encourage tourism development.

Iranian archaeologists uncover prehistoric and early metallurgy sites in central Kerman plain

A new archaeological survey in the Mahan district of Kerman Province, southeastern Iran, has revealed a series of significant findings, including Paleolithic sites, evidence of early metal smelting and casting, ancient nomadic settlements, and hand-carved shelters.

Kashan’s traditional rosewater festival gains intl. recognition

The centuries-old rosewater extraction ceremony, known as Golâb-giri, held annually in Kashan, has officially been registered as an international tourism event in Iran’s national calendar, according to the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts.

Ancient Zahhak Castle stands as timeless sentinel in northwestern Iran

Located 20 kilometers southeast of Hashtrud in Iran’s East Azarbaijan Province, Zahhak Castle – also known as Narin Qala or Zahhak Qalasi – is a remarkable relic of Iran’s ancient past.

Shiraz Day: A celebration of culture and beauty

Every year on Ordibehesht 15 on the Persian calendar, which fell on May 5th this year, Iran celebrates Shiraz Day, a tribute to one of its most breathtaking and historically rich cities.

Seh Qaleh Desert in eastern Iran: A hidden gem for desert lovers

The untouched and captivating Seh Qaleh Desert in Iran’s South Khorasan province has emerged as a new destination for those who seek silence, starry skies, and the raw beauty of nature.

Iran’s Meymand welcomes tourists for annual rosewater festival

Each spring, the town of Meymand in Iran’s southern Fars Province, becomes a vibrant destination for tourists drawn by its famous rose fields and traditional rosewater distillation practices.

Iran aims for $1 billion in handicraft exports, eyes African market

Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism, and handicrafts has announced an ambitious target to boost annual handicraft exports to $1 billion, highlighting Isfahan as a key hub for the industry.

First Persian yellow deer calves born in Lake Urmia National Park

The first Persian yellow deer calves of the year were born at the Rashkan Breeding and Conservation Site in Lake Urmia National Park, announced the West Azerbaijan Department of Environment.

Chogha Zanbil: Grandeur of Iran’s Elamite architecture

Chogha Zanbil, an ancient ziggurat in Khuzestan, southern Iran, is the first Iranian site registered on the UNESCO World Heritage list and one of the oldest stepped temples in the world.

Locals rescue 24 wild sheep trapped in mud in southern Iran

Residents of Bandar Lengeh in Hormozgan Province, southern Iran, saved 24 wild sheep (Ovis orientalis) that had become stuck in deep mud at a natural watering hole, local environmental officials reported.

Rare Pallas’s cat spotted again in Iran’s Kerman province

A rare sighting of the elusive Pallas’s cat has been reported once more in Iran’s southeastern Kerman province, raising hopes for the species’ conservation in the region.

Toubiron Valley: A natural wonder near Iran’s Dezful

Toubiron Valley, located just 20 kilometers from Dezful in Iran's southern Khuzestan province, offers visitors a breathtaking escape from the region's intense heat.

Vibrant spring tulips bloom in Tehran’s Iranian Garden

The Iranian Garden in Tehran is now adorned with colorful spring tulips, creating a stunning natural display.

Iran’s Stone Garden: A silent protest turned tourist attraction

In the heart of Iran's Kerman desert lies an eerie orchard where trees bear stones instead of fruit.

Lily Meadow where wild flowers meet nature in southern Iran

Lily Meadow is one of the natural attractions of Khuzestan Province, southern Iran, and is located 35 kilometers northwest of Izeh County.

Karaj hosts 11th Tulip Festival featuring Middle East’s largest flower carpet

The 11th annual Tulip Festival is underway in Karaj's Shahid Chamran Park, near the Iranian capital Tehran, showcasing the Middle East's largest floral carpet spanning 2,700 square meters.

Ancient Persian inscription of Darius I faces critical deterioration

The 2,500-year-old cuneiform inscription of King Darius I at Persepolis in southern Iran, one of the most important historical documents of the Achaemenid Empire, is rapidly deteriorating due to environmental damage and past preservation failures, experts warn.

Salt Goddess، splendor of the nature of Hormoz Island, southern Iran

Hormoz Island, off the southern coast of Iran, thanks to its special geographical location, has diverse geological structures in addition to red soil.

Rabat Qoli Caravanserai in northeastern Iran: A timeless crossroads of culture, commerce

The Rabat Qoli Caravanserai, a centuries-old waystation in North Khorasan’s Jajrom County in Iran, stands as a testament to Iran’s Silk Road legacy.

Qazvin: A Prime Destination for Iranian, International Tourists

Located 160 kilometers west of Tehran, the city of Qazvin stands as one of Iran’s most significant tourist attractions, welcoming a large number of domestic and international visitors during this year’s Nowruz holidays.

Iranians celebrate Sizdah Bedar, concluding Nowruz festivities  

Millions of Iranians are marking Sizdah Bedar, or Nature Day, on Wednesday, the 13th and final day of Nowruz celebrations, by picnicking outdoors in parks and countryside areas to welcome spring and ward off bad luck.

Nowruz visitors flock to Iran’s Tabriz 

During the Nowruz festivities marking the Persian New Year of 1404, the city of Tabriz has emerged as a top destination for travelers from across Iran. 

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