Iran in Photos

Umbrella alley in Shiraz (PHOTOS)

A shopping mall in Shiraz, Fars province in Iran, has a ceiling covered by hundreds of colorful umbrellas giving pedestrians a nice shade and...

National Animal Day Marked in Iran (PHOTOS)

In ancient Persia, people celebrated a day named “Bahmanagan” in which they did not eat any type of meat. Environment and animal rights activists...

Doidukh village (PHOTOS)

Doidukh village of North Khorasan Province has a long history in producing different handicrafts including double-sided silk rug.

“Walls of kindness” in Sari (PHOTOS)

People hang their excessive clothes on the wall for the poor and needy to collect directly.

Iranian nuclear delegation in Vienna (PHOTOS)

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, heading a high-ranking delegation, arrived in Vienna to meet EU Chief Federica Mogherini and US Secretary of State...

Rudkhan castle (PHOTOS)

The historical Rudkhan Castle enchants with its magnificent structure and breathtaking nature.

Ski training camp for veterans, disabled athletes (PHOTOS)

The first stage of training camp special for veterans and disabled athletes is underway at the Shemshak Ski Resort in Tehran.      

Serbian tourist in Shiraz (PHOTOS)

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...

Iran Architecture in Photos: Jameh Mosque of Qazvin

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

Abbasian Historical House (PHOTOS)

The construction of Abbasian Historical Complex in Kashan, Isfahan, an Iranian central province, had been started by attempts of Haj Mohammed Ibrahim Tajer Kashi around 1245 to 1248 AH (1829-1831AD).

Frozen Sardabeh waterfall (PHOTOS)

Located 24 km from Ardebil in eastern slope of Sabalan Mountain, Sardabeh waterfall has near 15 meters height with strong smell of sulfur and...

Mid-East’s second largest shopping mall shines in Isfahan

On the outskirts of Iran’s historic city of Isfahan, one of the largest shopping malls in the Middle East has taken shape.

Saveh Grand Mosque (PHOTOS)

Magnificent Grand Mosque of Saveh contains history of a millennium. This Seljuk-era monument was built in the 12th century and is located in Markazi Province.   The...

Woman stuck in snow gives birth (PHOTOS)

A heavily pregnant woman gives birth in the process of being rescued by relief workers with the Red Crescent Society of Iran.

Orthodox Christians observe Christmas in Iran (PHOTOS)

Iranian Christians have observed Christmas Day on January 6.

Double-sided Persian rug (PHOTOS)

The rug has been put on display in some Asian and European countries.

Golestan Palace in the course of time (PHOTOS)

Golestan Palace in the Iranian capital is the place where Iranians can trace history back to the Qajar Dynasty.

Darougheh House in Mashhad

Darougheh House, which dates back to the Qajar era, has been registered as a national heritage site.

President Rouhani visits disabled war veteran (PHOTOS)

The president said the patience of veterans such as Hossein Azadbakht serves as a lesson for members of the public and officials.

Gardens which made it to rooftops (PHOTOS)

One way to get the better of that nostalgic feeling is to have your roof-garden; of course not everyone can afford it.

800-year-old town in Kish (PHOTOS)

The town which sat on a 120 hectare expanse of land was once a developed population center home to a large number of residents.

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

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

Maranjab Desert blanketed by snow (PHOTOS)

The snow-coated desert draws local and foreign visitors in the winter.

Leader meets with family of Assyrian martyr (PHOTOS)

The visit was to mark the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ.

7,000-year-old skeleton goes on display (PHOTOS)

The skeleton and 34 other items found in excavations on Mowlavi Street will remain on display for 50 days.

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