Iran in Photos

Tomb of Seyyed Gholam Rasoul in Iran’s Chabahar

The tomb of Seyyed Gholam Rasoul, which dates back to the 11th century AD, has white walls and Indian-style architecture.

Life of an environmentalist in photos

Kamran says he has gone through many books to learn more about ways of helping the environment and wildlife.

Rouhani attends gathering of Revolution Guards commanders (PHOTOS)

President Rouhani delivers a speech at a gathering of senior IRGC commanders.

Restored Golden Palm unveiled in Tehran park

There is hope that the unveiling of the artwork can prompt a huge leap in economic and cultural relations between the two nations, Iranian deputy foreign minister said.

Iranian, Brazilian top diplomats meet (PHOTOS)

Images of Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira meeting with his Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Iranian women scale mountain to promote peace (PHOTOS)

The climb was part of an "Ascent for Peace" program.

Varkaneh Village in western Iran (PHOTOS)

Varkaneh is a touristy village in Hamedan Province and has been registered as a national heritage site.

Spanish delegation visits Isfahan (PHOTOS)

Three Spanish ministers, heading a big delegation, visited the tourist attractions of the historical city of Isfahan.

Austria’s First Lady visits Tehran Carpet Museum (PHOTOS)

The Austrian President along with his wife and a large economic delegation is in Iran on a three-day official visit.

Kharanaq, a shaking adobe minaret in central Iran (PHOTOS)

The adobe minaret dates back to the Sassanid era.

Nomadic sport festival in southern Iran (PHOTOS)

Nomadic sportsmen and sportswomen took part in the two-day sports festival.

National Sculpture Symposium in northwestern Iran (PHOTOS)

Some 30 sculptors compete at the 22-day Sculpture Symposium which opened in Tabriz on August 23.

Book-reading campaign launched in Mashhad (PHOTOS)

He lends his books to others in a bid to encourage the youth to read more books.

An act of kindness toward animals (PHOTOS)

The couple believes this small act of kindness brings peace and blessings to their lives.

Chak Chak, a Zoroastrian shrine in central Iran

Chak Chak is very popular with both Zoroastrian pilgrims and Muslim tourists. But between June 14 and 18 each year, it is only open to Zoroastrian worshipers.

Storm tears through capital, leaving three injured (PHOTOS)

The storm which kicked up dust knocked down trees, power lines and scaffolding in the capital.

Qazvin Day (PHOTOS)

Some old professions have been revived at Sa'd al-Saltaneh Caravanserai to mark Qazvin Day.

Kerman Bazaar; Historical Market in Southern Iran

Different sections of the ancient bazaar were constructed during the reign of different rulers of the city.

Maragheh Temple in northwestern Iran (PHOTOS)

The temple which dates back to the Parthian era was the largest Zoroastrian place of worship during that period.

Museum of vintage cars in Tehran (PHOTOS)

The museum seeks to protect the cars which are a national asset and display the vintage collection for car lovers.

Windmill: Original Iranian Experience of Industrial Structure

The widespread availability of wind has made it possible for Iranians in desert areas to use the windmills.

Film director arrested in all-star match (PHOTO)

An Iranian director who was protesting against the screening of a movie in theaters where his film was to be screened was arrested and later released during a charity match between Iran’s stars and those of the world.

Darabad Botanical Museum in Tehran (PHOTOS)

The museum puts on display 600 plant species collected in two years.

Crops in southeastern Iran (PHOTOS)

Fertile soil and perfect climatic conditions in the southeastern town of Irandegan have rendered it ideal for cultivation of tropical fruits.

Khosrowshahi Garden in Tehran (PHOTOS)

The garden houses a theater with indoor and outdoor sections which can be used for public performances and gatherings.

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