Tourism

Iranian Adventurer Cuts Short Camel Journey Around World over COVID-19

The coronavirus outbreak has forced an Iranian traveller to cut short his trip around the world on camel.

Iran’s Visa Issuance Rules Designed to Speed up Travel Procedure: Spokesman

Iran has offered explanation on the procedure for granting visas to those who would like to travel to the country.

Hotels Close in Yazd by Choice amid COVID-19 Outbreak

While people are strongly advised to refrain from traveling after the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Iran, the hotels in the historical city of Yazd have closed up of their own volition as a precautionary measure.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Tarik-Darreh Ski Resort

The international ski resort of “Tarik-Darreh” is located in the slopes of Alvand Mountain, western Iran.

Best Road Trips in the US in 2020

There are several places to explore around the world if there is time and money. Although it is almost impossible to explore every part of the world, thus you must enjoy any place that you visit.

Laft Village, Port of Windcatcher in Iran’s Qeshm Island

Laft is a small, beautiful village in Iran's Qeshm Island, which is known as the port of windcatcher.

Tourian Village, Green Place in Iran’s Qeshm Island

Vegetable cultivation, sunflower farms and beautiful palm groves are among the tourist attractions of Tourian village in Iran's Qeshm Island.

Hut Hotels of Ghalehganj; Unique Attraction for Tourists

The first hut hotel of Iran which opened in the underprivileged city of Ghalehganj in 2016, is now a symbol of the development of city, and it is now known for this hotel.

Iran, Russia to Finalize Visa Waiver Program

Iran and Russia are to finalize a visa waiver plan for group travel between the two countries.

Iran Unveils National Tourism Brand

Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has unveiled the country’s national tourism brand.

13th Int’l Tourism Exhibition Kicks Off in Tehran

The 13th International Tourism Exhibition and the 33rd edition of the National Handicrafts Exhibition of Iran have gotten underway simultaneously in Tehran since Wednesday, February 12.

Iran’s Beauties in Winter: Frozen Wetland of Choghakhor

The surface of water at Choghakhor wetland in south-western Iran is frozen during cold winter days.

8 Million Tourists Visit Iran in 10 Months: Minister

Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts says around eight million foreign tourists have visited the country over the past ten months.

Mangrove “Hara” Forests of Iran’s Qeshm Island

The Hara Forests in Qeshm Island are an important ecological resource, as well as a main tourist attraction of southern Iran.

Naz Island, One of the Seven Wonders of Iran’s Qeshm Island

Naz Island is the only place tourists can wade on foot or by car one km into the Persian Gulf waters.

Qeshm Island’s Tala Water Wells (Tal Eau)

There are 366 wells forming Tala Water wells, equal to the number of days in a leap year; each day people used the water of one well.

Iran’s Esfahak Village Wins To Do 2020 Award

The historical village of Esfahak has won the TO DO 2020 Award of Germany, which is awarded annually to a project which focuses on participation in tourism, profits the local people, is environmentally friendly and avoids gender discrimination.

WTO Hails Tehran’s Offer to Host World’s Biggest Tourism Event

Tehran Municipality’s offer to host a world conference on urban tourism in 2021 has been welcomed by the President of World Tourism Organization.

Kharbas Caves, Historical Attraction of Iran’s Qeshm Island

Kharbas Caves in Qeshm Island have been a temple of Mithraism in ancient times. They attract the attention of archeologists and visitors alike.

Iran Calls Off Chinese New Year Celebrations over Coronavirus Threat

Fears over the possible spread of the coronavirus has cancelled New Year celebrations by Chinese nationals in Iran.

Iran’s Qeshm Island; Major Hub of Tourist Attractions

Qeshm is an Iranian island in the Persian Gulf with many natural, cultural and tourist attractions. The island is considered a tourist hub which has the capacity to absorb more domestic and foreign travellers.

Iran’s Cheerful Face Depicted at FITUR 2020

Iran recently attended the Fortieth edition of FITUR International Tourism Fair in Spain to introduce itself as a safe and favourable destination to foreign tourists.

Iran to Open Marble Palace to Public after 40 Years

Tehran's Marble Palace, a historical building of Pahlavi era, will open to public after decades.

Persepolis World Heritage Site Blanketed with Snow

Persepolis and Pasargadae, two prominent monuments of ancient Persia, have been covered with snow during the cold winter days of Fars province, southern Iran.

Hamadan to Host ‘Splendid Iran’ as Chinese Tourists Arrive

An Iranian official says a national event entitled “Splendid Iran” will be held in Hamadan Province from 24 January to 9 February, when a host of Chinese tourists are expected to arrive as the event coincides with the New Chinese Year.

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