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Winter in Iran’s Golestan: Symphony of birds

In the lush nature of Iran’s northern Golestan Province, as autumn arrives and temperatures drop, thousands of migratory birds fly from the north to warmer regions.

Sahand ski resort: A premier winter sports destination in Iran

Located on the slopes of Mount Sahand, in the northwestern Iranian Province of East Azerbaijan, Sahand Ski Resort is a 1,200-meter-long facility equipped with ski lifts, a ski school, and a hotel, attracting winter sports enthusiasts each year.

Heavy snowfall hits mountainous roads in Iran’s northern Gilan province

Gilan Province in northern Iran is experiencing heavy snowfall, with up to 100 centimeters of snow accumulating on mountainous roads.

Iranian specialist warns: Water scarcity and droughts threaten Iran’s wetlands 

An Iranian wetland ecosystem management specialist has warned about the critical state of Iran's wetlands during a conference marking World Wetlands Day.

TasteAtlas ranking names best, worst Iranian cuisine

In the latest TasteAtlas Ranking for January 2025, Iranian cuisine has been celebrated for its rich and diverse flavors, with Kateh, a simple Persian rice dish, emerging as the top-rated Iranian food.

6th Tehran International Auto Show unveils over 20 new products

The 6th Tehran International Auto Show, one of the largest and most significant events in the automotive industry, is currently underway in the Iranian capitalT Tehran. The event kicked off on January 29 and will run through January 31.

Makran, a winter paradise for tourists in southeastern Iran

The shores of Makran in southern Iranian port city of Chabahar are one of the unique tourist hubs on the Iran-Pakistan border.

Homa-ye Saadat, symbol of prosperity, spotted in Iran’s Alamut

A bearded vulture, known as Homa in Persian literature and regarded as a symbol of prosperity, has been observed and photographed in the skies of the mountainous Alamut region in Qazvin, north-central Iran, according to the provincial Department of Environmental Protection.

Police discovers ancient artifacts in Harsin, western Iran

An Iranian police commander announced the discovery of 100 historical artifacts dating back to the first and second millennia B.C. in western Iran.

Official: 80% decrease in Iranian handwoven carpet exports

Iran's handwoven carpet industry is facing a crisis, with exports thereof plummeting by 80% in recent years.

Zoroastrian era Sadeh festival celebrated in Sheshtamad, northeastern Iran

The ancient Sadeh festival, rooted in the Zoroastrian era, was celebrated on Thursday evening in the Iranian city of Sheshtamad, a cultural hub in the northeastern Razavi Khorasan province.

Turkmen Horse important cultural symbol of ancient and modern Iran

Iranians have had a special interest in horses since ancient times, and sports like horse racing and polo are deep-rooted in the history of this land.

Iran’s Miankaleh wildlife sanctuary: A haven for migratory birds

Every winter, thousands of flamingos and various migratory bird species make their way to Miankaleh Lagoon in Mazandaran province, northern Iran.

Ancient shrine in Iran’s Mazandaran crumbles, awaiting philanthropic aid

An ancient shrine in northern Iranian province of Mazandaran, named Darvish, faces collapse due to lack of proper maintenance and funding.

Winter delights in Iran’s Sorkhrud: Whooper swans bring joy

The Sorkhrud Wetland in Iran’s northern Mazandaran Province is buzzing with life as it hosts the magnificent whooper swans this winter.

“Water’s End” in southern Iran a haven for migratory birds 

Located 30 kilometers from Minab in the Kalahi and Sirik region in Iran' southern province of Hormozgan, the village of Tiab stretches approximately 9 kilometers from its main branch to its opening into the sea. 

Seabirds “Shalus” of Persian Gulf captivate nature enthusiasts

The "Shalus," a local word for seabirds from the gull family, inhabit the shores of the Persian Gulf, attracting the attention of nature lovers and tourists with their appealing appearance and social behaviors.

Siberian gulls bring winter charm to Shiraz, southern Iran

With the arrival of winter, Siberian seagulls of the kakayi species have migrated to Iran’s beautiful city of Shiraz, gracing the Nahr-e Azam water reservoir with their presence.

‘Mother of Siberian Cranes’ passes away in Iran’s Mazandaran

Ellen Vuosalo, a Finnish researcher affectionately known as the "Mother of Siberian Cranes," has passed away at 95 in the northern Iranian province of Mazandaran.

Leopard spotted roaming with cubs in Iran’s Savadkuh

Stunning images have been captured of a mother leopard along with her two cubs in the heights of the Savadkuh non-hunting area, in northern Iran.

Lalejin: The enchanting ceramics capital of Iran

In the heart of Hamadan Province, in western Iran, lies the ancient city of Lalejin, a place where earth and imagination meld into timeless art.

Hendurabi Island: A hidden gem in Persian Gulf

Hendurabi, a small island covering approximately 22.8 square kilometers, is part of the Kish district in Bandar-e Lengeh County, in southern Iran.

Leopard, cub spotted in Gilan’s Hyrcanian forests

A leopard and its cub have been sighted in the Ashkourat Rudsar no-hunting area, in northern Iran, the director general of Environmental Protection Unit for Gilan Province announced.

Malayer’s mini world: A tourism gem in western Iran

The “Mini World” recreational and tourism complex in Malayer, in the western Iranian province of Hamedan, spanning an impressive 48 hectares, is the first of its kind in the Middle East.

Iranian martial artist Aliakbari sparks controversy with video of pet lion

World-renowned Iranian martial artist Amir Aliakbari has stirred controversy by posting a video of himself hugging a lion at his home.

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