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Nearly 6 Million Foreign Tourists Visited Iran in 2023, UNWTO Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in its latest report revealed a considerable growth in the arrival of foreign tourists in Iran last year, saying that about six million foreign tourists visited the country in 2023.
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Iran’s Tourism Industry Grows by 21% in 2023: WTTC
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s tourism industry registered a 21% growth in 2023, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) said.
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Tomb of Saadi in Iran's Shiraz
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Saadi, the celebrated 13th-century poet, is universally recognized among Iranians for his profound literary contributions, notably his landmark works "Boostan" and "Golestan," which stand as cornerstones of Persian literature.
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Ganj Ali Khan Square in Iran's Kerman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Around this oval square some elements of the city have taken shape so that, to the three sides of the square stands the bazaar of Kerman.
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Shahzadeh Mahan; Historical Garden as A Persian Garden
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Shazdeh (Shahzadeh) Garden is one of the most beautiful historical gardens in Iran. This garden is located about 2 kilometers away from Mahan City and in the outskirts of Tigran Mountains and is related to Qajar period.
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Tourism Can Rid Iran of Reliance on Oil: President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi stressed the need to boost the tourism industry to diversify the sources of national income and diminish the country’s dependence on petrodollars.
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Keeyow Lake, A Natural Marvel in Khorramabad, Western Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Keeyow Lake is a natural lake in the northwest of the city of Khorramabas in Iran’s Lorestan Province.
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Alisadr Cave : One of The Few Navigable Water Caves in World
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Ali-Sadr cave is the largest in the world, containing water and offering the use of canoes. This cave is located in the village of Alisadr, district of Kabudrahang, and was inaugurated in the year 1967.
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Falak-Ol-Aflak: Magnificent Castle in West of Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Falak-ol-Aflak Castle, Twelve Tower Castle, and Kakh-e Atabakan are the different names of Dez-e Shapur-Khwast in Iran's Khorramabad. It has been called Falak-ol-Aflak, which means the sky of all the skies, since the Qajar dynasty.
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Persepolis Seen as Symbol of Glory, Grandeur in Ancient Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Persepolis is one of the ancient sites of Iran, which for many years has been the capital during the Achaemenid Empire.
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Imam Mosque of Isfahan: One of The Most Important Historical Mosques in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Safavid era was one of the golden periods of Iran’s history in science, culture, art and architecture. Nowadays most of Safavid monuments are still operational. Especially in Isfahan that was the capital of the Safavid Empire.
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Eram Garden, The Most Beautiful Persian Garden
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Eram Garden located in Shiraz is among the most beautiful Persian gardens in Iran. It is such a unique and gorgeous garden that is inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Nowruz: The New Year Festivity Celebrated in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Nowruz (literally translated New Day) is one of the oldest celebrations in ancient Persia, which is held vigorously in the first day of spring marking the beginning of the Iranian calendar year.
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Khos Duzi of Hormozgan ; A Kind of Traditional Embroidery
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The products of Hormozgan handicrafts are mostly created for local purposes. Khos Duzi, a kind of embroidery, is one of them.
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Urmia Museum: One of The Largest Troves of Historical Treasures in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - One of the largest troves of historical treasures, Urmia Museum opened in 1967 to house artifacts from various historical eras.
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Zarbaft; A Fabulous but Almost Forgotten Persian Fabric
TEHRAN(Tasnim) - Zarbaft is the most exquisite and legendary Persian textile which was once a world-famous fabric.
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Nain Jame Mosque : One of The Oldest Mosques in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Jameh Mosque of Nain is the grand, congregational mosque (Jāmeh) of Nā'īn city, within Isfahan Province of Iran.
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Abdul-Ali Khan Sufi Mansion; Unique Historical House in Northern Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Abdul-Ali Khan Sufi mansion, built by Haj Mirza Mohammad Ali Khan Sufi in the northern Iranian city of Amlash, is one of the most prominent buildings in Gilan province.
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