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.
Beauties of Iran: Somewhere between fall and winter
Mazandaran, thanks to its geographical position, leads to the Caspian Sea on the one hand and to the Alborz Mountains on the other, which has bestowed special beauties on the province in all seasons.
Sand dunes of Iran’s Lut Desert, tallest in world
Lut Desert is a vast swath of land that covers about 10% of Iran’s territory. It is one of the most arid and warmest regions of the world with an area of 120,000 square kilometers.
Exquisite book in Tehran’s Armenian Museum
An old manuscript restorer says there is an exquisite book in the Armenian Museum in Tehran of which there are only seven similar copies in the world.
Get to know Iran’s Maldives
Iran boasts spectacular scenery across the country. However, in the southern water of the Persian Gulf and western side of the Hormozgan Province lies an island, which has come to be known as “Iran’s Maldives”.
Iran’s ban on arrivals does not apply to air passengers
Iran’s Deputy Minister of Tourism and Cultural Heritage has said a 15-day ban imposed on foreign tourists does not apply to those entering from the air borders.
Old mansion and maritime museum side by side in Bushehr
The Persian Gulf Sea and Maritime Museum was established at the Kolah Farangi Mansion of the southern Iranian port city of Bushehr in 2008.
Shur River: A miracle in the heart of Iran desert
When it comes to deserts, few people can imagine a river or even a pond in them.
Iran: No decision to stop issuing tourist visas because of Omicron
Iran has not stopped issuing tourist visas amid a surge in the new variant of the Covid cases in some countries.
Mazandarn’s Colorful Autumn
The Hyrcanian Forests next to the Caspian Sea in the northern Iranian Province of Mazandaran has put on yellow clothes in autumn, creating an atmosphere full of peace and energy for people.
First Batch of French Tourists in Iran after Covid Curbs Eased
The first batch of French tourists has arrived in Iran after the country ended visa restrictions for foreigners, which were imposed to curb the coronavirus pandemic.
Foreign tourists back in Iran amid Covid downward trend
The first batch of foreign tourists are in Iran following the relaxation of coronavirus bans.
The group, from Russia, arrived in the country on Thursday night.
Gorgeous Iran: Chal Kandi Valley, Dezfoul
Chal Kandi Valley of Dez River is a spectacular area in Khuzestan province located between the north of Dezful and the east of Andimeshk cities in southern Iran.
Iran, Iraq Launch Visa Waiver Program
Iran and Iraq have eliminated visa requirements for visitors travelling between the two countries via air.
Iran’s first round of beach polo competitions in Gilan
The first round of beach polo championship of Iran is being held in the northern city of Talesh.
The competing teams are from different cities like Tabriz, Rasht and Boeen Zahra.
Iran reopens borders to foreign tourists
Iran’s Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicraft Aliasghar Shalbafian has said with the arrival of the post-Covid era, Iranian officials have made huge efforts to boost tourism, reopening borders to foreign tourists.
Exhibition of Vintage Cars Opens in Tehran
An exhibition of Iran’s classic cars has opened in Tehran, showcasing an invaluable collection of vintage cars of historical importance.
Iran Resumes Issuing Visas for Foreigners from October 23
Iran will in a few days resume issuance of tourist visas for foreigners after a 19-month halt, due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Swiss Parliament speaker visits Isfahan, Yazd
The speaker of the Swiss National Assembly Andreas Aebi has traveled to Isfahan and Yazd to visit the historical sites of these Iranian cities.
Mandatory visas to be waived for air travelers between Iran, Iraq
The head of Iran's Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization says a permit has been issued to abolish mandatory visas for Iranian air travelers to and from Iraq.
Iran Beauties in Photos; Kalouts in Kerman
Kalut is a Persian word that is comprised of the words Kal and Lut, together meaning the City of Lut.
65-million-year-old wonder cave in Isfahan Province
With its stunning stalagmites and stalactites in the form of chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and stone columns on the floor, Sangriz cave is mostly calcareous.
Iran’s West Azarbaijan Province reopens all border crossings
Iran’s West Azarbaijan Province reopened all its five land border crossings on Friday after nearly two years of closure over the spread of the coronavirus.
The Butterfly Garden Museum of Isfahan
Isfahan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Iran, which is visited by many domestic and foreign tourists every year.
Iran to resume issuing tourist visas
Iran will resume issuing tourist visas for foreigners in a few weeks at the order of President Ebrahim Raeisi after a 19-month hiatus.
Enchanting Nature at Kolluk Village in Sistan & Balouchestan
Kolluk is a village in the Ghasr-e-Ghand county of Iran’s southeastern province of Sistan and Balouchestan. The village is known as a unique tourist attraction with a pure bewitching nature and mineral springs.
