Gilan Province
The latest news and views about Iran’s Gilan Province
Water, electricity and gas restored in Iran’s Astara after heavy flood
An official in the northern Iranian province of Gilan says authorities have managed to restore water, electricity and gas in all areas affected by the recent flood in the city of Astara along the Caspian Sea
Flood causes injuries and heavy damage in Astara, northern Iran
Heavy rains have triggered a flood in the northern Iranian city of Astara, along the Caspian Sea.
Environmentalist: Anzali Wetland in northern Iran likely to dry up soon
An Iranian environment activist has warned the Anzali Wetland in the north of the country will reduce to isolated, shallow ponds in five years’ time.
Ancient glassworks found in Japan, South Korea originate from Iran: Museum official
An Iranian museum official says archaeological studies show that the glasses found in Japan, South Korea and the span of the ancient Han Empire originate from Iran and its northern province of Gilan.
Iran tourism: Gorgeous natural scenery of Asalem-Khalkhal Road
The Asalem-Khalkhal road is one of the most beautiful mountainous routes of Iran that links Gilan and Ardabil Provinces in northern Iran to each other.
Rice paddies thirsty for water
A local official with the water department in Iran’s Gilan Province says the water level in Sefidrood Dam has lessened by 21 percent compared to last year and by 50 percent compared to normal times.
Spring vibes in Rasht’s market
Pleasant spring weather makes Rasht’s market a tourist spot in the northern Iranian province of Gilan. While some may think twice before visiting the place, given the rain, many other visitors venture into the site, which has colorful umbrellas to protect from the downpours.
Iranian herbal dish Zeytoon Parvardeh goes global
A world food atlas has released a list of 100 herbal dishes, and has selected Zeytoon Parvardeh (marinated olive) of Iran’s Gilan Province as the best item on this list.
Iran tourism: The Rural Heritage of Gilan Museum
The Rural Heritage of Gilan Museum is Iran’s first eco-museum and is built over some 263 hectares of land.
Spectacular pear trees in Iran’s Gilan Province
As the spring season decorates the nature, pear trees in gardens give a spectacular look to Iran’s northern province of Gilan.
Fire engulfs Anzali Lagoon in northern Iran once again
Another fire has ripped through Anzali Lagoon in Iran’s northern province of Gilan and is still raging, prompting local officials to call in aerial firefighting teams.
Fish die in northern Iranian lagoon due to hot weather
A heat wave in the northern Iranian Anzali lagoon, Guilan Province, has led to the growth of a highly aggressive species of fern known as Azolla as well as common water hyacinth across the wide swathe of the wetland, reducing oxygen concentration in the water.
Iran tourism: Ms. Khavar’s cooking made Sarvelat village in Gilan famous
Sarvelat is one of the most beautiful villages of Gilan in Chaboksar region in northern Iran, which has a beautiful and green landscape facing a forest valley and fruit orchards. The beauty along with the delicious local food in Ms. Khavar’s restaurant has made Sarvelat a tourist destination.
Anar Bij; A Tasty Dish of Northern Iran
Anar bij or Anar Avij is a stew from northern Iran, particularly the Gilan province. The dish is made up of a delicious combination of fragrant herbs, meat, walnuts and pomegranate.
Anzali Wetland, habitat of swamp tulips
Anzali Wetland is in Iran’s northern Gilan Province near the port city of Bandar Anzali.
Iran tourism: Beauties of Siahkal in in Gilan Province
With the arrival of spring and after that the heat of summer, more Iranians travel to northern areas, which have a pleasant climate.
Nowruz Khani, a tradition marking arrival of spring in Guilan
One of the traditional customs and rituals in Guilan Province is Nowruz Khani – or singing to mark Persian New Year, Nowruz.
Colorful autumn along fantastic Poumel-to-Khalkhal road
You may have heard of the road from the northern Iranian city of Asalem to the city of Khalkhal, and its enchanting beauty. But that is not the only fantastic route between the northern Iranian provinces of Ardebil and Gilan.
Researchers Announce New Discovery in Historical Graveyard in Northern Iran
New excavations at Liar Sang Bon Cemetery in Iran’s northern province of Gilan have found a direct connection between the size of the graves and the social rank and status of the people buried there.
Lahijan; The Gorgeous Bride of Iran’s Gilan Province
Lahijan is the largest city in the east of Iran’s northern Gilan province and its people speak Gilaki dialect.
World’s Rarest Lilly Blooms in Northern Iran
Lilium ledebourii, one of the rarest species in the world, has recently flowered in Damash village of Amarlu region in Gilan province, northern Iran.
Iran’s Beauties in Photos: ‘Fantastic’ Aquarium of Anzali Port
The aquarium of Anzali port in northern Iran, also known as Fantastic Aquarium, is the biggest aquarium of Iran.
Iran’s ‘Vanguard Museum’ Displays World War Legacies
The Vanguard Museum in Gilan province, northern Iran, recounts stories of world wars to preserve the past heritage for future generations.
Iran’s Nature in Photos: Darband Rashi Cave
Located in the city of Rudbar in Gilan province, northern Iran, Darband Rashi Cave is the oldest one in the country.
Iran’s Anzali Port: A Mesmerizing City with Dazzling Attractions
The port city of Anzali is one of Iran’s beautiful cities, boasting houses with colourful gable roofs, attractive squares, modern architecture, a pleasant climate, a dazzling sea and a pier marked by the sound of incoming and outgoing big and small vessels coupled with cries of seagulls.