Isfahan Province
The latest news and views about Iran’s Isfahan province
Iran Holds Camel Riding Tournament
The eighth round of national camel riding championship was recently held in Varzaneh desert in Isfahan, central Iran.
Nehchir Citadel; Historical Structure in Heart of Iran
Nehchir Citadel is a historical building located near the city of Mobarakeh in Isfahan Province, central Iran. The magnificent structure dates back to the Safavid era, and has been restored during the Qajar period.
Iran’s Zayanderud River Refreshed by Spring Rainfall
The recent rainfall in the Iranian city of Isfahan has refreshed the dried-out river of Zayanderud, an iconic part of the historical city.
Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Upside-Down Tulips in Western Iran
Upside-down tulip is a special type of fritillaries mainly found in the Zagros Mountain range in western and southern Iran.
Oil Extraction’s Traditional Method in Iran’s Shahreza
The ancient Assarkhaneh (seed oil extraction workshop) in the Iranian city of Shahreza is a historic site which dates back to 300 years ago.
Iran Holds Vintage Car Rally
Iran’s Touring and Automobile Club has organized a vintage car rally between Tehran and Isfahan provinces with the aim of promoting safe driving culture and domestic tourism.
Enamelling; Unique, Ancient Art of Iran’s Isfahan
Meenakari or enamelling is the art of colouring and ornamenting the surface of metals by fusing over it brilliant colours that are decorated in an intricate design.
Symbolic Polo Contest Held in Iran’s Isfahan
On the occasion of the ten-day celebrations of the anniversary of the 1979 Revolution across Iran, a symbolic polo contest was held in the Naqsh-e Jahan Square at the centre of Isfahan.
Grand Bazaar of Isfahan, World’s Longest Roofed Market
Qeysariyeh Bazaar, a historical market built in Isfahan during the 11th century, is located on the northern wing of Naqsh-e Jahan Square.
Gheymeh Rizeh; Easily-Made Iranian Dish Popular with Almost Everyone
Gheymeh Rizeh, a local dish originally made in Iran’s Isfahan, is prepared with small meatballs, chickpea flour and fragrant green-leaf vegetables.
Vank Cathedral to Be Registered as Iranian World Heritage
After registering three churches in the World Heritage List, Iran is trying to add other Armenian cathedrals like Isfahan's "Vank" to this list.
Christians in Iran Preparing for New Year
Armenian residents of Isfahan, the majority of whom live in Jolfa neighbourhood, hold annual celebrations on Christmas and the new Christian year.
Iran in Photos: Natural Beauties in Autumn
In Iran, a combination of beautiful and different colours could be seen from Baghbadoran in the central province of Isfahan to the villages of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province during the autumn.
Autumn in Ancient Iranian Village of Abyaneh
Abyaneh, a historic village in Natanz County in the central Iranian province of Isfahan, annually attracts thousands of tourists thanks to its unique atmosphere, beautiful architecture, and fine weather.
22nd Luxury Train in Iran with 78 Foreign Tourists on Board
The Golden Eagle luxury train has arrived in the central Iranian province of Isfahan with tourists from 11 Europe, Asia, and America on board.
Iran’s Tourist Attractions: Tomb of Poet Saib Tabrizi
The tomb of the Iranian poet Mohammad Ali ibn Mirza Abdul Rahim Tabrizi, known as Saib Tabrizi, in the central city of Isfahan has turned into a major tourist attraction.
Persian Architecture Masterpiece: Imam Mosque of Isfahan
The Imam Mosque, formerly known as Royal or Shah Mosque, is a historic mosque, regarded as one of the masterpieces of Persian architecture in the Islamic era.
Czech Republic Interested in Investing in Iran’s Steel Industry
A senior official from the Czech Republic has voiced Prague’s interest in investing in the Iranian steel industry given the significant progress the Islamic Republic has made in this area.
Tomb of Amir-Kabir’s Daughter; Mysterious Attraction in Central Iran
The tomb of Amir Kabir's daughter, which is still unknown among people in Iran’s Isfahan province, is considered one of the mysterious attractions of the central province.
Isfahan Selected as Member of Creative Cities Network
The historical city of Isfahan in central Iran is the country’s first city to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) by virtue of its crafts and arts.
Iran’s Beauties in Photos: A Village with Three Churches
Khoygan Olia, a beautiful village in Isfahan province in central Iran, used to be the village hosting the largest Armenian population living in Iran.
Old Bathhouse in Central Iran Turned into Anthropology Museum
The cultural heritage organization of Isfahan province has turned an old bathhouse, dating back to the 16th century, into an anthropology museum.
Mosques in Iran; Cultural Havens with Impressive Architecture
Iran has some of the most beautiful mosques in the world. However, aside from their splendour, mosques are also significant religious and cultural centres where people come together to socialize and acquire knowledge.
South Korean Speaker Visits Historic Sites of Isfahan
Speaker of South Korea’s National Assembly, Chung Sye-kyun, has used the opportunity of a diplomatic visit to Iran to tour the heritage sites in the central Iranian city of Isfahan.
Iran, Austria to Hold Joint Tourism Training Course
Iran and Austria are taking preparatory steps to hold a joint travel and tourism training course in an Austrian university.