Tourism

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.

Spring blossoms in orchards of Golestan province, northern Iran

With the beginning of spring, fruit trees have blossomed and created unique landscapes in the gardens and fields of Iran's Golestan province.

Iran tourism: Salasel castle and Darion creek, hidden gems in Khuzestan

In the heart of Khuzestan province in southern Iran, lie two captivating treasures waiting to be explored: Salasel Castle and Darion Creek.

Iran tourism: Historical Asef Mansion in Kordestan hosts Nowruz tourists 

Nowruz, or Persian New Year, holidays is a great opportunity for travelers across Iran to tour historical monuments and sites, including the Asef Mansion in the western Iranian city of Sanandaj, the capital city of Kordestan Province.  

Saadi tomb in southern Iran hosting Nowruz holiday-makers

Vacationers are thronging the tomb of great Iranian poet Saadi in the city of Shiraz in southern Iranian Fars province.

Zanjan Archeology Museum in northwest Iran boasting priceless collection of ‘Salt Men’

The archeology museum in the northwestern Iranian city of Zanjan is hosting vacationers during Persian New Year holidays this year.

2-tonne cake unveiled in Iranian capital on Imam Hassan birthday

A 2-tonne birthday cake measuring 200 meters in length has been unveiled in the Iranian capital Tehran, marking the anniversary of the birthday of Imam Hassan, the second Shiite Imam.

Photo report: Discovering scenic beauty of Zaras village, southern Iran 

Nestled in Khuzestan province, Zaras tourist village emerges as a captivating gem, enchanting visitors with its picturesque landscapes during the blossoming spring season.

Tehran’s Milad tower hosts Nowruz holidaymakers

The Iranian capital Tehran’s landmark Milad Tower, or arguably the second landmark after the Azadi tower, welcomes visitors from the capital and other parts of the country during Nowruz holidays.

Iran’s natural wonder: Mud volcano in north

Naftalijeh mud volcano is one of the natural places of Golestan province, which is located in Gomishan city in the east of the Caspian.

Bandar-e Torkman, Nowruz holidays destination in Iran’s north

The Iranian port city of Bandar-e Torkman, which is known as one of the most important ports in the country’s north, hosts tourists during the Nowruz holidays.

Naqsh-e Jahan in Iran’s Isfahan charms Nowruz tourists

Isfahan is one of the most visited and frequently cited historical cities in central Iran that captives tourists throughout the year, especially during the 13-day holidays of the Persian New Year, Nowruz.

Cheshmeh Kileh bridge in Iran’s Tonekabon, a tourist spot for Nowruz

The Cheshmeh Kileh historical bridge in Iran’s northern Tonekabon city is a valuable cultural heritage asset.

Revival of lake Urmia welcomes tourists as water levels reach new highs

In a significant turn of events, Lake Urmia, a once-depleted natural wonder in Iran, is making a remarkable comeback, attracting tourists with its improved conditions. Recent measures implemented in the catchment area and satellite wetlands, coupled with favorable rainfall, have led to a substantial rise in the lake's water levels.

Iran tourism: Tarikdareh, smallest but spectacular ski slope

The Tarikdareh ski slope is the closest piste to the center of the city of Hamedan in western Iran.

Iran tourism: Naneh Massoumeh Alley in Iran’s Bushehr shows off appealing paintings

Naneh Massoumeh, Persian for Grandma Massoumeh, is the name of an alley in the southern Iranian city of Bushehr, along Persian Gulf, which stands out because of its colorful paintings on the walls.

Tehran International Exhibition of Tourism underway

The 17th Tehran International Exhibition of Tourism and Related Industries has opened, bringing together representatives from the tourism industry from 11 countries, namely Russia, Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Tajikistan, Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Sri Lanka.

President Raisi says tourism industry can rid Iran of dependence on petrodollars

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has stressed the necessity to enhance the tourism industry to diversify the sources of national income and diminish the country’s reliance on oil.

Iranians enjoy skiing in Abali resort

The Abali ski slope located in Damavand city, near the Iranian capital Tehran, is open to skiers after several days of snowing across the country.

Iran tourism: Chalus Mountains covered in snow

Heavy snow blankets the mountains of Chalus, in  Mazandaran Province, after temperatures fell below zero in the northern Iranian province.

Iran tourism: Khomam Saturday Bazaar shining in Gilan province

In the heart of Gilan province in northern Iran, the Khomam Saturday Bazaar has emerged as a vibrant economic hub, captivating locals and visitors alike.

Dolphin jumps into tourist boat off Hengam Island, southern Iran 

A video goes viral on social media showing a dolphin jumping into the boat of tourists of Hengam Island in southern Iran.

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