Semnan Province
The latest news and views about Iran’s Semnan province
Iran to Boost Traffic Safety by Making Roads Musical
Officials in Iran’s Semnan province say they are going to boost traffic safety across the province by making the roads ‘musical’.
Iran Hosts First Edition of Silk Road Rally
The first edition of Iran Silk Road Rally was recently held on parts of the ancient Road in Semnan province, central Iran.
Iranian Cheetah Caught Stealing Ranger’s Shoes (+Video)
An interesting video has emerged showing an Iranian cheetah cub stealing a wildlife park ranger’s shoe outside his guarding post in the protected area of Seidowa Wildlife Refuge in Iran’s northeastern Semnan province.
Iran to Establish Four Space Tourism Parks
An Iranian official says the country plans to establish four space tourism parks in the desert cities of Kashan, Damghan, Qeshm and Kerman to further promote the tourist attractions of these cities.
Unique Photos Snapped of Persian Leopards
Mehdi Chalani, an Iranian environmental photographer, has managed to snap some unique pictures of three Persian leopards living in a protected area in the central province of Semnan.
Astonishing Beauty of Abr Forest
Many think that Semnan Province in Iran is engulfed by the deserts, but 45 kilometres north of the provincial city of Shahrud there is a very charming forest called Abr, which literally means Cloud Forest.
Joy of Bathing in Qajar Kings’ Summer Resort
Cheshmeh Ali (Ali Fountain) is a summer resort located 35 kilometres north of Damghan in Semnan Province, central Iran.
Digi: A Local Nomadic Iranian Food
Digi, which is also known as the “shepherds’ food”, is one of the tasty local foods cooked in Semnan province in eastern Iran.
Asiatic Cheetah, Cubs in Iranian National Park (+Video)
A female Asiatic cheetah and her four cubs were recently observed by the National park rangers in the protected area of Touran Wildlife Refuge in Iran’s Semnan province.
Pistachio Stew; Delicious Dish Popular in Damghan
The Iranian city of Damghan is well-known for its high-quality pistachios, so it would not be strange to see one of its most famous local foods is made with pistachios.
Iran, Land of Diverse Ramadan Traditions
Special ancient traditions are still practiced in a number of Iranian cities during the holy month of Ramadan in addition to the common rituals and customs practiced nationwide.
Iranian Villager Turns His House into Popular Hotel Museum
A construction worker from a village in Iran’s Semnan Province hosts tourists from all over the country at his local home which he himself has turned into a hotel museum.
4,000-Year-Old Skeletons of Mother, Infant on Show in Iran
The intact skeletons of a mother and her infant dating back to 4,000 years ago are on display at a museum in the eastern Iranian province Semnan.
Maani-Pilaf; A Local Gourmet Iranian Food
Maani-Pilaf is a tasty and colourful local Iranian food made with several ingredients, including rice and meat.
Tarikhaneh Mosque; 2,300-Year-Old Monument in Central Iran
Tarikhaneh Mosque is an ancient site in the central Iranian city of Damghan. Initially a Zoroastrian temple, the monument was built more than two thousand years ago.
Iran’s Tourist Attractions in Photos: Arg Gate of Semnan
Arg Gate, located in the city of Semnan east of Iranian capital of Tehran, annually attracts thousands of tourists as one of the major attractions of the city.
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.
Bastam Grand Mosque in Semnan (PHOTOS)
Bastam Grand Mosque and Kashaneh Tower are two historical sites in Semnan Province, northern Iran.