Tourism Industry

Chinese Influencers Visit Iran’s Tourist Attractions

A group of Chinese influencers have visited Iran’s tourist and historical attractions as part of a familiarization trip organized by the Iranian government.

Iran to Hold ‘Sari 2022’ Event to Attract More Tourists

An Iranian official says the Islamic Republic is going to hold a tourism event called “Sari 2022” in Mazandaran province to attract more tourists to the northern province.

Tourists Drive All Way from France to Iran with Dyane (Video)

A group of French tourists recently visited the historical sites of Iran with the vintage cars they had driven all the way from Europe.

Over 2m Iranian Pilgrims Leave for Iraq to Attend Arba’een

More than 2,000,000 Iranian pilgrims have already crossed the border into Iraq since September 30, 2019 to attend ceremonies marking Arba’een, the anniversary of the fortieth day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS).

Iran, Russia Finalizing Visa Waiver Program for Group Tours

A senior Iranian tourism official says a visa waiver program between Tehran and Moscow for group visitors is going through final stages and will be announced in the coming days.

UNWTO Publishes Book with 14 Stories on Iran Tourism

The UN’s World Tourism Organisation has approved and published a book on several narratives on Iran tourism which include four stories of the industry influencers.

Mazandaran Named Tourism Capital of ECO Countries in 2022

The northern Iranian province of Mazandaran has been picked as the tourism capital of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) members states in 2022.

Iran Ranks 2nd Worldwide in Terms of Growth in Tourism Sector

Despite the US pressures and sanctions, Iran ranks second in the world when it comes to growth in the tourism sector, the latest data shows.

Iran Set to Boost Tourism Ties with Tajikistan

Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts says Iran is seeking to further expand its tourism relations with Tajikistan as tourism ties among regional countries bring them closer together.

Iran, Austria Clinch Tourism Cooperation Deal

Iran and Austria recently signed a protocol on tourism cooperation to further boost the industry in both countries.

Tourism Industry Earned Iran $12 Billion in Past Year

Iran’s minister of culture, tourism and handicrafts says the country has earned nearly $12 billion through its tourism industry over the past year, but it still needs to further ameliorate this sector.

14 Countries Attending Silk Road Conference in Iran

The International Silk Road Conference has begun its work in the Iranian city of Hamadan, with forty guests from 14 countries attending the weeklong event.

16 Countries to Attend Silk Road Conference in Iran

The International Silk Road Conference will be held from September 23 to 29 in the Iranian city of Hamadan with the participations of representatives from 16 countries.

Irish Tour Organizers in Iran to Get Familiar with Its Tourist Attractions

An Irish team of tourism officials and tour organizers are on a tour of Iran to get more familiar with the tourism potential in the country, especially in the field of medical tourism.

UNWTO Recognizes Tehran’s Abbasabad as Int’l Tourism Hub

The Abbasabad Tourism Complex in northern Tehran has been registered by the World Tourism Organisation as a major tourism hub.

Iran Says Its Tourism Industry Booming Despite US Bans

Iran’s top tourism official says the country will soon be hosting some 20 million tourists despite the US’ “maximum pressure” policy which tries to discourage foreigners from visiting Iran.

Medical Tourism in Iran Hits New Record in Four Months

Iran attracted some 600,000 medical tourists during the first four months of the current Iranian year (March 21–July 22), equaling the total number of visitors who travelled to Iran for healthcare services during the whole past year, a senior official says.

Iran President Introduces Two New Ministerial Picks to Parliament

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has introduced two new picks to the parliament for the ministries of education and cultural heritage, putting them to the vote of lawmakers.

All You Need to Know about Car Rental Insurance in Iran

Car rental in Iran is one of those services that make transportation between the country’s cities much easier and also safer. It can be a great help especially for those who want to travel in Iran and start their journey from Tehran, the capital city.

Iran Drawing More Tourists Despite US Sanctions

The number of foreign tourists visiting the country over a span of four months in the current year has risen by 50 percent compared to the corresponding period last year, Iranian officials say.

Iraq’s Interior Minister in Iran for Arba’een Coordination

Iraqi Interior Minister has arrived in Tehran to discuss issues related to Arba'een, one of the world's largest religious gatherings annually held at the fortieth day after the martyrdom of third Shiite Imam, Hussein ibn Ali (AS).

Tehran-Ankara Train on Track again after 4 Years

After a four-year suspension, Iran launched the first Tehran-Ankara train, which made its inaugural trip to Turkey on Wednesday night. Carrying 200 passengers, the 5-car train departed Tehran at 10 PM local time.

Iran to Launch Ministry of Tourism, Cultural Heritage

A spokesman for Iranian Parliament's Cultural Commission says the Guardian Council has approved the plan to set up the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Heritage.

Italian Coach’s Wife Charmed by Tehran’s Beauties

Andrea Stramaccioni, a well-known Italian football coach currently managing Iran’s Esteghlal FC, seems to be satisfied with bringing his family to Tehran.

Iran Never Ceases to Amaze Foreign Visitors 

Iran has always surprised foreigners who visit the ancient country for the first time. Getting back to their country, the visitors share their experiences with their fellowmen.

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