Tourism

Iran Travel & Tourism News – Tourism is one of the fields that can help Iran get rid of an oil-dependent economy, and boost its non-oil revenues by encouraging foreign tourists to visit its diverse historical and natural attractions. The “Tourism” section in IFP News tries to offer a true image of the country’s beauties and tourism industry, and the opportunities for foreign investment in the field.

Architecture

Golchin House – A Monument to Old Dezful

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Golchin historical house is a valuable attraction in Dezful, in the southwestern province of Khuzestan. Dezful is known as the ‘City of Bricks’ in light of its unique architectural decorations.
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Senior Official Hopes for Promotion of Urban Tourism

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Head of Iran Urban Economics Scientific Association (IUESA) Hossein Mohammadpour Zarandi hopesthat the upcoming international conference on urban economics will prepare a ground for developing urban tourism.
IFP Exclusive

An American’s Adventure in the Streets of Tehran

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Rob Jackson is 29 and from Manhattan. He travels in an unusual way – he is not in a rush to visit a whole country. Instead, he to picks a single important city and explores it from to top to bottom in three to four days. IFP translates an ISNA report on his experiences in Tehran.
Healthcare

Health Tourism: Iran Able to Make $7bn Out of Mud

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Seyed Ali Riyaz, an Iranian dentist, believes that the Islamic Republic has a great potential to attract health tourists and cab make as much...
Africa

“I’ll Come Back Again as a Tourist” – Zuma Falls in Love with Isfahan

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Jacob Zuma, South Africa’s President, said, “After I leave Iran, I’ll surely come back and travel to Isfahan as a tourist. My recommendation to people is to not to ignore Isfahan as a tourist destination.”
IFP Exclusive

Mountain Hiking in Iran is Both Attractive and Cheap: Mountaineer

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“Many people are fond of Iran’s mountains, but still there are many others who don’t know how they can get there. They don’t even know that a journey to Iran’s mountains is much cheaper than many other countries.”
IFP Exclusive

Village in South Khorasan restored 38 years after quake

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Cultural heritage experts have reconstructed Esfahak Village, 35km from Tabas, in South Khorasan Province, 38 years after it was devastated by an earthquake.
Cultural Heritage

Serbian President Flies Pigeons of Peace at Tehran’s Golestan Palace

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President of Serbia Tomislav Nikolić, during a visit to the historical complex of Golestan Palace in the Iranian capital, released several pigeons as a symbol of peace in commemoration of April 18, the International Day for Monuments and Sites.
IFP Exclusive

Aminabad Caravanserai

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Aminabad Caravanserai lies south of Shahreza, Isfahan province, and is a Safavid dynasty era structure and a major tourist attraction.
Europe

Louvre Museum President Visits Iran’s Isfahan

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Jean-Luc Martinez, the President of ​the ​Louvre Museum, ​took a trip to the central Iranian city of Isfahan​, where he and his delegation visited...
Cultural Heritage

Louvre director at Golestan Palace

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The President of Paris' Louvre Museum, Jean-Luc Martinez, along with a delegation of artistic experts, has been visiting Tehran. During his trip, he has...
IFP Exclusive

Marathon in Persepolis a Symbol of Iran’s Safety

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Runners from 30 different countries have gathered in Persepolis, highlighting Iran’s safety globally.
Architecture

Yazd Ashkezar Water Mill architectural masterpiece

Golrokh Askarieh -
Ashkezar Water Mill in Yazd Province is a masterpiece of traditional architecture, says director general of the city's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Department.
IFP Exclusive

A Dutch Couple’s Recipe for Iranian Kashk-e-bademjan

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Anne Perak and Helen General are a young Dutch couple who have chosen Iran for their one month holiday. Now, after trying so many Persian foods, they have decided to learn how to make Kashk-e-bademjan.
Iran in Pictures

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Nights of Ahvaz

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz, often known in the media for its heavy dust pollution, provided its visitors during the New Persian Year...
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Golden Train of European Tourists Due in Iran Tuesday

Golrokh Askarieh -
The third Golden Train of European tourists is scheduled to arrive in Iran on Tuesday, Isfahan Railways Directorate General said on Sunday.
IFP Exclusive

Kharg Island (PHOTOS)

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Kharg Island, also spelled Khark, is a continental island in the Persian Gulf belonging to Iran. The island is located 25 km (16 mi)...
Americas

Larger increase in number of American tourists applying for visa to visit Iran

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Interests Section of Iran in Washington DC.: No obstacle for issuing visa
Economy

All capabilities employed to fulfill ‘economy of resistance’: VP

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We are employing all our power and capacity to materialize the ‘economy of resistance’ during the6th Development Plan, said Vice President and head of Cultural Heritage Organization.
Environment

A Different Place to Stay: Hotel Made of Garbage in Iranian Island

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A travel group is trying to build an accommodation in the southern Iranian Island of Hormuz using the help of the islanders in collecting the garbage.
IFP Exclusive

“I Love Isfahan” in Naghshe Jahan Sq.

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A human chain forming the words "I Love Isfahan" was created in Naghshe Jahan Square in the historic city of Isfahan, to mark the...
Iran in Pictures

International Tourism Exhibition Kicks Off in Tehran

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The 9th International Tourism Festival has kicked off on Tuesday in Tehran, the opening ceremony has seen Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli and Masoud...
Cultural Heritage

Anbaran Village rich in handicrafts

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Anbaran village in Astara in the northern province of Gilan, has developed into a handicraft village, said the deputy head of Gilan Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Department.
Foreign Policy

Iran to Issue Visa on Arrival for Citizens of All But 9 Countries: Spokesman

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Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari on Monday announced a decision that will enable the citizens of all but nine countries to obtain Iran’s visa on arrival at the country’s airports.
Foreign Policy

Iran issues 30-day visas for tourists from 180 countries

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Foreign Ministry offices in provinces, and especially country's international airports are directed to issue 30-day visas for nationals of 180 countries, deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs Abbas Araqchi said on Saturday.
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