Tourism Industry

Trump’s Travel Ban against Int’l Freedom Principles: WTO

The international tourism organisation chief says Trump’s travel ban runs counter to the international principles of freedom.

Britain’s easyHotel to Open Branches in Iran

The British budget chain easyHotel has announced plans to open branches in Iran, expecting a deal for 500 rooms.

Mideast’s First Mini-World Park under Construction in Iran

The construction of the Middle East’s first and world’s fourth mini-world park is underway in the western Iranian province of Hamadan.

Tourists Amazed by Lotus Lagoons in Northern Iran

The northern Iranian province of Mazandaran is home to beautiful lagoons, the surface of which is decorated with a large number of lotuses. They provide visitors with spectacular scenery during summer.

Iran to Discuss Visa Facilitation with China, Japan, S. Korea

Iranian tourism officials will discuss the possibility of relaxing visa regulations with China, Japan, and South Korea in the next few months, according to the head of Iran's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization.

Tehran Terror Attacks Not to Influence Iran’s Tourism

Wednesday's terrorist attacks in Tehran are not expected to have a noticeable impact on Iran's inbound tourism, as the incidents did not take place at a tourist spot, a tourism expert said.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Sattarkhan Reservoir

The reservoir created by the Sattarkhan dam on the Aharchay river in northwestern Iran not only supplies water for citizens of Ahar and the suburbs, but also irrigates 12,000 hectares of gardens around the lake.

Isfahan Attracts Record-Breaking Number of Foreign Tourists

An Iranian tourism official says an unprecedented number of foreign tourists have visited the historical and natural tourist attractions of Isfahan from March to May.

Iran, Most Affordable Destination for Foreign Tourists

Iran’s tourism industry has been identified for a third straight year to have the most affordable prices in the world for foreign visitors.

Kermanshah: Iranian Metropolis with Historical Attractions

The city of Kermanshah in western Iran is home to magnificent tourist attractions, including ancient monuments.

Concerts to Be Held Aboard Cruise Ships in Southern Iran

Barring administrative hiccups, Bushehr is on course to becoming the first province to hold concerts aboard cruise ships.

Qeshm Island Geopark Becomes Global after Receiving UNESCO Green Card

Qeshm Island Geopark in the southern Iranian island of Qeshm has become a UNESCO Global Geopark after obtaining the UN cultural body’s green card.

Foreign Tourists Prefer Rural Houses to 5-Star Hotels in Iran’s Kerman

Figures show that there has been a significant increase in the number of foreign tourists visiting the southeastern Iranian province of Kerman over the past few years, a large number of whom have been highly interested in staying at local guest houses.

“Tourism Industry in Iran Needs Greater Attention”

An Iranian MP says the expansion of tourism industry, more than any other time in Iran’s history, requires increased attention, thoughtful planning, passing and enacting administrative laws and establishment of modern infrastructure.

Iran Deeply Regrets Deaths of German Tourists in Crash

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman voiced his deep sorrow over the deaths of two German tourists in a minibus crash in southern Iran.

Figures Say Number of Foreign Tourists to Iran Peaked in 2016

Official figures indicate that the number of foreign tourists visiting Iran has witnessed a remarkable increase during President Hassan Rouhani’s four-year term, reaching its peak after the implementation of the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers in 2016.

New Look of Tehran’s 30th Tir Street More Appealing to Tourists

30th TirStreet is among the oldest and original historical places in Tehran which has recently attracted greater attention to itself as a tourist attraction due to a number of changes and renovations it has undergone.

“Cultural Conflict in Iran Should Turn into Cultural Diversity”

A top Iranian cultural heritage official has blamed the cultural conflict in modern Iran on mismanagement, and urged that it should turn into cultural reconciliation.

Cruise Ship Berthed at Iran’s Kish Island Preparing for First Voyage

Sunny, the first-ever cruise ship to dock at Kish Island in nearly 40 years, is scheduled to make its maiden voyage today.

Grand Mosque of Urmia: An Architectural Masterpiece

The Grand Mosque of Urmia in northwestern Iran is considered an architectural masterpiece dating back to hundreds of years ago.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Kerman Province

Kerman province in southeastern Iran is home to numerous tourist attractions annually visited by thousands of tourists, particularly during Nowruz holidays.

French Tourists, Top Visitors of Iran’s Shiraz

After the nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, the number of foreign visitors to Fars province in southern Iran has been more than twice as many as before, with the French at the top.

Tourists from 180 Countries Can Obtain Iran Visa on Arrival

A senior Iranian official saysthe Islamic Republic issues visa for nationals from 180 countries upon their arrival at the Iranian airports.

Iran: Legendary Land of Exquisite Attractions

Foreign tourists describe Iran as a country of unique historical monuments, excellent cuisine and hospitable people.

Turning Iranophobia into Iranophilia

Foreign tourists visiting Iran describe Iranian people as very hospitable, kind and caring, and term the country the land of peace.

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