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

Iran prepared for “new tourist shock”

Golrokh Askarieh -
We believe that tourism will witness a growing trend in Iran and we are prepared for the new arrivals after the removal of sanctions, said Soltanifar.
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Important tourism-related developments in Iran in 12 months

Emad Askarieh -
During the year-long period Iran's tourism balance landed in positive territory for the first time in more than 35 years.
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Beached Greek Ship sinks deeper

Emad Askarieh -
If the fate of the ship is to be tied to ill-considered plans, tourists will need to say goodbye to the vessel, because in the not-too-distant future, it will vanish from sight for good.
Custom

A dream success story you don’t wanna miss

IFP Editorial Staff -
How a chance encounter has helped a villager in southern Iran set up a very lucrative business with a still brighter future ahead.
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Eighth Tehran International Tourism Exhibition (Photos)

Emad Askarieh -
Photos of the eighth Tehran International Tourism Exhibition in the Iranian capital.
Economy

WTO stresses support for Iran’s tourism industry

Emad Askarieh -
WTO Secretary-General Taleb D. Rifai has underlined that the World Tourism Organization is planning to help with promotion of tourism industry in Iran.
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A well that is doing well in attracting tourists (Photos)

Emad Askarieh -
The ox-well complex Haj-Ibrahim has restored has turned into a tourist destination.
Hard News

Official underlines rise in number of health tourists to visit Iran

Emad Askarieh -
Over 500,000 health tourists are likely to visit Iran in the coming months, said an official with the Health Ministry.
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How Iranians contribute to tourism

Emad Askarieh -
At #tehransmiles, Iranians introduce Iran’s tourist attractions and attract the world to the International Exhibition on Tourism Industry which opens on February 12 in Tehran.
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Red carpets rolled out of black tents

Emad Askarieh -
The head of the Iranian tourism agency says arrangements are being made for the settlement of thousands of foreign tourists in the so-called black tents in nomadic areas across the country.
IFP Exclusive

Winter in Khalkhal-Asalem region in Iran in photos

IFP Editorial Staff -
Winter has created scenic views in Khalkhal-Asalem region, northern Iran.
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Executive instructions adopted to promote the security of foreign tourists

Emad Askarieh -
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has voted for executive instructions aimed at beefing up security for foreign tourists.
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Iran Architecture in Photos: Ancient Forg Castle

IFP Editorial Staff -
Forg Castle is located in a namesake village in eastern province of Southern Khorasan. It is one of Iran's attractions that date back to the Afshar era.
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Chehreh Rock in southwestern Iran in photos

IFP Editorial Staff -
Chehreh Rock which is perched on a towering cliff edge in southwestern Iran is a major tourist attraction.
Cultural Heritage

Norwegian investors willing to invest in Iran

IFP Editorial Staff -
“Norwegian investors would welcome to participate in Iran’s economic projects,” said Norwegian Ambassador Norheim.
Tourism

Six thousand Americans seeking trip to Iran

Emad Askarieh -
Six thousand Americans are seeking to make a trip to Iran by the Golden Eagle Danube Express in 2015, the Golden Eagle Company's manager said.
Cultural Heritage

Behestan Castle in Zanjan Province in photos

IFP Editorial Staff -
Standing tall at the heart of a mountain, a once strategic fort offering protection to people for centuries seems to be losing its battle against nature.
Nature and Wildlife

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Garden of Stones in Sirjan

Emad Askarieh -
A stony protest against government policies by a local in southeastern Iran turns into a popular tourist attraction decades later.
Hard News

Iran to host Islamic Countries’ Health Tourism Conference

Emad Askarieh -
A growing number of hospitals across Iran provide foreigners who visit Iran for medical purposes with excellent healthcare services.
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Iran in the eyes of an American traveler

Emad Askarieh -
Monica Byrne, the US novelist and playwright, gives a first-hand account of her experience in Iran.
Cultural Heritage

Iran World Heritage Attractions (No. 2)

Emad Askarieh -
Naghsh-e Jahan Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Iran, in photos.
Nature and Wildlife

Abr Jungle of Shahrood; a dream of walking on clouds

IFP Editorial Staff -
Cloud Forest, a spectacular natural site in Shahrood, could be a good holiday destination for those who need a change of scenery.
Hard News

French envoy describes Iran as most secure regional country for foreign tourists

Emad Askarieh -
The French envoy to Tehran has disputed inclusion by Paris of Iran in the list of dangerous states for travelling, saying Iran is the most secure regional country for trips.
Healthcare

Meager share of medical tourism in overall tourism profits

IFP Editorial Staff -
An expert says given the country’s medical potential Iranian officials should do more to secure the inflow of cash via medical tourists.
Hard News

VP: Iran’s Tourism Industry Flourishing

Emad Askarieh -
An Iranian official expresses pleasure that more foreign tourists have been showing interest in traveling to Iran in recent months.
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