Iran Holds International Frame Drum Festival

The Seventh National Festival and First international Course on Daf (a type of frame drum) was held in Sanandaj, western Iran, from August 30 to September 1, 2017.

Iran’s North Khorasan, Land of Tribal Treasures

North Khorasan province in northeastern Iran is among the regions that are called “The Land of Treasures of Tribes”. People in this province live in nature in spite of the deprivation and drought.

Yoghurt Stew: A Yummy Iranian Food

Yoghurt stew is a traditional Iranian meal commonly cooked in the central Iranian province of Isfahan.

Serbia Agrees to Cancel Visa Regime for Iranian Citizens

The Serbian government has agreed to promote bilateral relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran with the abolition of visa requirements for Iranian citizens.

Semnan to Host Iranian Folk Music Festival

The first edition of a music festival for eastern Iranian ethnic groups is set to be held in the historical city of Sorkheh in Iran’s central province of Semnan.

Iran’s Private Sector to Open Hospital for Medical Tourists

The largest private hospital in western Iran is set to open by March 2018 with the aim of offering health services to Iranian and foreign medical tourists.

Iran’s Orsi Khaneh Nominated for 2A Asian Architecture Award

A project by two Iranian architects has been nominated for 2A Asian Architecture Award 2017 in Germany’s capital, Berlin.

Tehran Carpet Exhibition; A Show of Culture, Art and Trade

A top Iranian carpet official has, in an interview with IFP News, discussed a range of issues including the ongoing carpet fair in Tehran and the features that distinguish the Iranian handmade carpets from those produced in other countries.

Hendijan Beach, Pearl of Persian Gulf

The port city of Hendijan in southern Iran, a historical town which dates back to 3,000 years ago, is known as the pearl of the Persian Gulf thanks to its beautiful beach.

Mamarz Lake; Haunted Body of Water in Northern Iran

Mamarz Lake in Iran’s Mazandaran province is widely known as the Ghosts Lake thanks to its horribly calm appearance.

Iran Parliament Vows Strong Support for Handwoven Carpet Industry

A senior Iranian MP says the Parliament will do its best to help reinforce the export of Iran’s handmade carpets to global markets.

Prune-Spinach Stew: A Tasty, Traditional Iranian Meal

The prune-Spinach stew is a gourmet Iranian food served during both day-to-day meals and formal ceremonies.

More Western Tourists, Less Arab Ones Visiting Iran

Official statistics show that the number of tourists from Iraq and the Persian Gulf littoral states visiting Iran has decreased in 2016 and 2017, while that of European and American visitors to the country has witnessed a remarkable growth since August 2015.

Mosques in Iran; Cultural Havens with Impressive Architecture

Iran has some of the most beautiful mosques in the world. However, aside from their splendour, mosques are also significant religious and cultural centres where people come together to socialize and acquire knowledge.

Male Persian Leopard to Return Home from Portugal for Mating

A male Persian leopard that had migrated to Portugal will be transferred back to Iran for mating, according to a zoo official in Tehran.

Iranian City Collecting Child Labourers from Streets

An Iranian social welfare official says a special van has started collecting child labourers from the streets of Tabriz in northwestern Iran.

Shams-ol-Emareh; 150-Year-Old Palace in Heart of Tehran

The Shams-ol-Emareh (Edifice of the Sun) palace is one of the first high-rise buildings of old Tehran, dating back to 150 years ago.

12-Metre-Long Whale Washes Up Dead on Iranian Coast

A gigantic Bryde's whale weighing nearly 10 tonnes has been found washed ashore on the coasts of Shibkooh in Bandar Lengeh, southern Iran, an environment official announced.

American Tourists Interested in Visiting Iran despite Warnings

While Trump’s administration has done its utmost to stop the American and non-American tourists from visiting Iran in the past few months, officials say the number of US visitors of Iran has not decreased at all.

Tehran to Host World’s Largest Handmade Carpet Expo

An Iranian official says a total of 730 domestic companies are expected to take part in the 26th edition of the world’s largest handmade carpet exhibition which is scheduled to open in Tehran on August 23.

Perseids Meteor Shower in Iran Central Deserts (Photos)

The Perseids meteor shower, an annual event that peaks around mid-August, is regarded as one of the brightest and most visible meteor showers.

Iran’s Annual Handicrafts Exports Stand at $250m

A top Iranian official says the Islamic Republic exports $250 million worth of handicrafts each year.

Baghdad Mayor Tours Tehran Tourist Attractions (+Photos)

Zekra Alwach, the female mayor of Baghdad, has visited a number of historical places and cultural heritage sites in a half-day tour of Tehran.

Medical Tourists Looking for VIP Services in Iran

An Iranian surgeon and entrepreneur says the country should prepare the grounds for attracting medical tourists who would like to receive VIP services.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Churat Lake

Lake Miansheh, commonly known as Churat Lake due to its proximity to the village of Churat in Mazandaran province, is among the most beautiful tourist destinations in northern Iran.

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