Tourism

Pictures: Historical charm of Sa’dabad complex in Tehran continues to captivate visitors

The Sa’dabad Cultural and Historical Complex in northern Tehran, renowned for its lush gardens, unique climate, and historic architecture, has drawn increasing attention in recent years. Many visitors are content with exploring the scenic outdoor spaces, often unaware of the distinct stories each palace interior holds within this vast complex.

Embrace the enchanting autumn beauty of Farim Sahra forests in Iran’s Mazandaran

Farim Sahra in Iran’s northern Mazandaran Province is renowned for its stunning beauty, surrounded by lush forests to the north and south.

Iran’s tourism minister announces development projects in Abu Musa island, other regions

Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyed Reza Salehi Amiri has announced extensive reconstruction and development projects in various regions of the country, including Abu Musa Island, which has made headlines in recent days over its ownership dispute with the UAE. 

Snow blankets Tochal ski resort in northern Tehran

The second snowfall in the fall has covered the Tochal International Ski resort north of the Iranian capital Tehran.

Recreation on Khazar Sea coast

The September 2024 holidays provided an opportunity for Iranians to head to the country's north for recreation, with the coastal town of Abbasabad in Mazandaran Province being one of the many tourist destinations for people.

Archaeologists: Petrochemical pollutants stifling Iran’s Persepolis to death

Persepolis, the remains of an ancient city in the southern Iranian province of Fars which bears secrets dating back to over 2,500 years ago is dying a slow death due to chemical pollutants, experts warn.

Severe traffic congestion in roads to tourist resorts of northern Iran

Millions of people in Iran have traveled to northern tourist resorts as well as the holy northeastern city of Mashhad during the holidays which are nearing their end.

Majestic fortress of Khoda Rahm Khan: a testament to Iran’s architectural grandeur

The Khoda Rahm Khan Fortress, also known as the Chaleshtar Fortress, stands as one of the most magnificent and historically significant architectural landmarks in Iran.

Birdwatching growing popular in Iran

Birdwatching is one of the most important branches of ecotourism that is becoming very popular in Iran.

Iran tourism: The best and most famous handicrafts of Tabriz

Handicrafts of Tabriz are among Iran’s most beautiful ones that demand a lot of skills. During your trip to Tabriz, you can buy those handicrafts as souvenirs for your loved ones.

Tehran Toy Museum, a captivating place for young and old

The Tehran Toy Museum with over 1500 toys is considered a paradise on earth for kids.

Three-story suspension bridge inaugurated in Iran’s tourist region of Sareyn

A three-story suspension bridge, the first of its kind, was inaugurated on Monday in Iran’s northwestern Sareyn County, in Ardabil province.

Yazd windcatchers, historical masterpieces in central Iran

A windcatcher, wind tower, or wind scoops is a traditional architectural element that originated in Iran and is used to create cross ventilation and passive cooling in buildings.

Mild weather lures more tourists to northern, northwestern Iran

As the weather gets milder in the final days of the spring, more tourists flock to the beautiful nature of Gilan and Ardabil, two adjacent provinces in northern and northwestern Iran.

Data: 1.4 million foreign tourists visited Iran in past 3 months

The number of foreign tourists visiting Iran in the first three months of this year on the Iranian calendar, starting on March 21, surpassed 1.4 million, according to the international tourism organization, UN Tourism.

Iran tourism: Chamim wildlife, Khuzestan Province

“Chamim" is a village in Hamidiyeh, in the southwestern Iranian Khuzestan Province, where visitors find desert sands, river water and forest trees together.

Nasir al-Molk Mosque in Shiraz, a dream of tourists

The Nasir al-Molk Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in the southern Iranian city of Shiraz and arguably the most exquisite mosque in terms of architecture.

Spring nature of Churat Lake in Sari, Iran’s Mazandaran Province

Churat Lake is located 10 kilometers from Churat Village in the Chahardange district of Sari, in the northern Iranian province of Mazandaran.

Iran’s Hidden Gem: Bisheh, a Paradise Nestled in the Heart of Zagros, western Iran

Nestled amidst the majestic landscapes of Zagros lies the enchanting village of Bisheh, a true haven boasting an array of natural, cultural, historical, social, and economic treasures in the western Iranian province of Lorestan.

Australian couple driving through Bean car from Europe to Australia

An Australian tourist couple, who travel from England to Australia with a Bean vintage car, entered Iran on their way.

Miracle in the making: Lake Urmia reborn after years of drought

In a remarkable turn of events, Lake Urmia, once a symbol of environmental devastation, is now experiencing a miraculous revival. After years of suffering from crippling drought, the lake is bursting with newfound vitality, thanks to the abundant rains of last winter and this spring.

Iran tourism: Tarom, a piece of paradise in spring in Zanjan

The Iranian city of Tarom in Zanjan province in western Tehran, perched on top of the country, is and a complete package of a natural attractions for tourists.

IAEA chief tours Iran’s historic Khaju Bridge

The director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi, who is in Iran to hold technical talks with Iranian officials and attend a nuclear conference, visited the historic Khaju Bridge in Iran’s central city of Isfahan.

Iran’s Zrebar Lake overflows after recent downpours

The level of water in the Zrebar Lake in western Iranian city of Marivan has reached its highest point due to the rainfalls in the past few days.

Tourist village in Iran’s Kurdistan hosts huge number of people for historical festival

The Hezar (1,000) daf ceremony was held on Friday evening in the presence of a large number of people and officials as well as daf players from all over Iran in the tourist and historical village of Palangan, in the western Iranian province of Kurdistan.

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