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.

Hard News

US tourists heading to Iran after sanctions lift: NYT

Emad Askarieh -
American tourists are heading to Iran in the aftermath of last month’s sanctions removal which saw Iranian tourism boom again, a new report says.
Foreign Policy

Iran offers visas to arriving tourists at its airports

IFP Editorial Staff -
Head of Iran's Organization of Cultural Heritage, handicrafts and Tourism said the country will issues 30-day visas for its visitors from 190 countries upon arrival at Iranian airports.
IFP Exclusive

Gomishan, Less-Visited Destination in North-eastern Iran

IFP Editorial Staff -
Very few people visit Gomishan city in Golestan province, north-eastern Iran, despite its interesting historical houses.
Iran in Pictures

Gorgeous sunset on Kish Island(PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The coral-rimmed, oval-shaped Island of Kish off the southern coast of Iran shines a fiery orange in the sunset, creating a unique and fascinating...
IFP Exclusive

Chitgar – The Largest Artificial Lake in Iran

IFP Editorial Staff -
The lake of Chitgar is one of the latest tourist attractions in Tehran, Iran. The lake is surrounded by an outdoor resort, one which...
Iran in Pictures

Heavy snow covers Kandovan village

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The inhabitants of troglodyte homes, excavated inside volcanic rocks and tuffs, in Kandovan village of East Azerbaijan province, spend winter days under heavy snow. The...
Economy

Iran Aiming for Major Hike in Tourism Income

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iran has formulated plans to increase revenue from the tourism industry within the next ten years to an amount equal to the income generated by oil sales, Head of the country’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) Masoud Soltanifar said.
IFP Exclusive

Wooden village in Northeastern city of Neyshabour (PHOTOS)

IFP Editorial Staff -
The wooden village is located 15 km off Mohammad Abad village in Neyshabour and is constructed by contemporary architect Hamid Mojtahedi. The structure makes an eye-catching view for visitors.
Iran in Pictures

Serbian tourist in Shiraz (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
21-year-old Milana of Serbia began her journey around the world with only two euros, and with the message of friendship and kindness. Passing through...
IFP Exclusive

Iran Architecture in Photos: Jameh Mosque of Qazvin

IFP Editorial Staff -
The grand, congregational mosque of Qazvin, Jameh Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Iran. The architecture contains a Shabestan and Ab anbar,...
Hard News

Iran says constructing 125 luxury hotels

Emad Askarieh -
Soltanifar said that some of the new hotels are ready to be opened provided that the required financial resources are provided to their contractors.
Iran in Pictures

Inauguration of Iran’s largest five-star hotel (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
The hotel became operational, unofficially though, when Tehran played host to a forum of gas-exporting countries in late November.
Selected

Iran gets berth on LA Times’ list of 16 must-see destinations in 2016

Emad Askarieh -
Many Americans are eager to visit Iran; Iran is full of historic towers, mosques and squares, especially in the ancient city of Esfahan, LA Times says.
Selected

Iran makes it to the list of CNN’s where to go in 2016

Emad Askarieh -
CNN recommends its audience to visit Iran in 2016 despite a congressional bill which restricts travels to Iran.
Cultural Heritage

Isfahan designated UNESCO Creative City of crafts and folk art

Emad Askarieh -
The designation comes after Isfahan was named a World Crafts City in September by the World Crafts Council.
Food

Rasht designated as UNESCO Creative City of gastronomy

Emad Askarieh -
The Iranian city of Rasht gets UNESCO’s recognition as one of the best places in the world as far as cookery is concerned.
Cultural Heritage

Mirror House of Mofakham; Wonderful Persian Mansion

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Mofakham mirror house, a beautiful epitome of Persian architecture, is part of a big traditional garden complex in Bojnourd, North Khorasan, northeastern Iran.
IFP Exclusive

Remarkable desert formations in southeastern Iran

IFP Editorial Staff -
Every corner of the desert is home to archeological sites dating back to the fourth millennium B.C. and the Islamic.
Selected

Tourism chief: We should not be afraid of foreign tourists

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iran’s tourism chief has said that tourism in Iran has grown three times the world average, adding that the country needs even more growth if it seeks to achieve its 2025 objectives.
IFP Exclusive

Beautiful nights in Tehran (PHOTOS)

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Tehran at night; the megacity seems to meet the sky on the horizon.
Lifestyle

A month-long trip around Iran to take selfies

Emad Askarieh -
A young Iranian man makes a film of selfies he has taken at different historical sites and his video goes viral on the Internet.
Tourism

Iran’s tourism sector to receive major boost in post-sanctions era: Official

Emad Askarieh -
Iran's tourism sector is a flourishing market for investors and the country anticipates an influx of tourists after sanctions are removed, Soltanifar said.
Iran in Pictures

Aali Mohammad Valley; Amazing Phenomenon in Qeshm Island

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Aali Mohammad Valley, located in the western part of Qeshm island, spans along a north-south line. This amazing Natural phenomenon attracts many tourists every year.
Cultural Heritage

World Craft City, an opportunity to boost tourism

Golrokh Askarieh -
An Iranian official has said that Isfahan’s new title, the World Craft City, can help the country boost its tourism.
Hard News

Iran welcomes French investment in tourism: VP

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iranian and French businessmen should draft an agreement to be signed by the two countries’ presidents when President Rouhani flies to Paris later this year, Soltanifar said.
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