Iran tourism
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ICHHTO Preparing Guide to Key Iranian Regulations
EghtesadOnline: Iran's tourism authority is preparing a brief guide on key regulations to familiarize foreign visitors with the country's laws before they travel to Iran.
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Achaemenids used smart method to retrofit Susa royal seat
EghtesadOnline: Building the Susa royal seat on the old hills remaining from the Ilamites required a smart and genius method in creating resistance in the foundations, a job the Achaemenids did…
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Archeologist warns of covetous eyes of land speculators on Persian Gulf ports
EghtesadOnline: An archaeologist by referring to the attempt of land speculators to illegally hold possession of and occupy the historical ports of Siraf, Nayband Najiram (Bataneh) in the Persian…
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Support for TM’s Tourism Organization
EghtesadOnline: Tehran Province's chief tourism official has thrown his support behind a plan by Tehran Municipality to form a tourism organization.
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Restitution of Persepolis Collection Expected
EghtesadOnline: Efforts on returning Iran's centuries-old stone tablets will soon pay off, an official at Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization said.
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30 Iranian ancient artifacts repatriated from Italy
EghtesadOnline: 30 Iranian ancient artifacts were repatriated to Iran in cooperation with Italian cultural property police, Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization Deputy Chief…
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Tehran Gears up for Tourist Guides Convention
EghtesadOnline: Tour guides from across the world are gearing up to attend what is arguably the largest convention of its kind in Tehran later this month, as Iranian officials hope to use this…
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Footprint of Industry in Tom Maroon historical site in Persian Gulf
EghtesadOnline: The objects unearthed in the historical site of Tom Maroon in the Persian Gulf are indicative of industrial activities such as metalwork, glasswork and pottery among communities…
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Safavid era pavement discovered in Chahar Bagh Abbasi, Isfahan
EghtesadOnline: The discovery of the arrangement for building pavements in the Safavid era in Chahar Bagh Abbasi in Isfahan, with stone foundation and brick decoration around, is part of the…
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Ecotourism Can Help Conserve Ashouradeh
EghtesadOnline: Ecotourism, if managed properly, can help protect the fragile ecosystem of Ashouradeh and prepare the ground for sustainable development in the small but ecologically-diverse…
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Iranians Flock to Turkey
EghtesadOnline: Iranians' love of travel is well known and the passion they have for traveling to Turkey is unrivaled.
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Rey Historical Sites Shielded From Construction Fallout
EghtesadOnline: The historical Tughrul Tower and Ibn Babavey Cemetery in Rey, Tehran Province, which were at risk of construction activities at Tehran Subway's Line 6, are no longer in danger…
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Work Begins on Pasargadae's Archeological Map
EghtesadOnline: A project to draw up an archeological map of Pasargadae, an ancient city and world heritage site in Fars Province, has begun.
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Iran 2016 Tourism Review
EghtesadOnline: This was a good year for Iran's nascent tourism sector. Old flight routes resumed operations while new ones were established, the UNESCO World Heritage List featured two more…
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42 Rural Tourism Projects Approved
EghtesadOnline: During the first meeting of the workgroup that surveyed rural tourism schemes, 42 projects in 16 provinces managed to gain the final approval, paving the way for their implementation.
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Funding for Tourism Projects in Bushehr Province
EghtesadOnline: About 190 billion rials ($4.7 million) have been allocated to key tourism projects in Bushehr Province to help develop the southwestern province's infrastructure and, by extension,…
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Expert: Persian carpet an example of Iran’s significant share of world heritage
EghtesadOnline: Head of the Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism Organization (RICHT) Seyed Mohammad Beheshti said carpets woven in Europe and other countries are indicative of…
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Unique structure of water conductivity in Sepahbod Khorshid cave
EghtesadOnline: The intricate structure of waterway network in Sepahbod Khorshid Cave is the unique defensive architecture belonging to the Sassanid era on high mountains which overlooks a stronghold…
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Foreign Travel Sites Enter Iran
EghtesadOnline: Online booking industry in Iran is becoming increasingly crowded, with several new entrants vying for the money in the pockets of travelers.
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Pakistani tourist: Iran, an ancient land with vibrant culture
EghtesadOnline: Iran, an ancient land with a vibrant culture and absorbing history, is our next-door neighbor, but surprisingly, not a popular destination for most Pakistani tourists, says an…
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Iran; The Bright Star with Big Tourism Potential
EghtesadOnline: Iran could become the leading tourism market in the Middle East and North Africa region, says an international market analyst.
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Over 30,000 foreign tourists visit Abyaneh village in 8 months
EghtesadOnline: The Village Councilor of Abyaneh said that over 30,000 foreign tourists visited the village during the 8 months of current Iranian calendar year (started on March 20).
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Italian holding company eyes constructing hotels in Iran
EghtesadOnline: Italian holding company, Sycamore Holdings, has expressed eagerness to invest in hotel construction projects in Iran.
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Over 33,000 domestic, foreign tourists visit Abgineh Museum
EghtesadOnline: The curator of Glassware and Ceramic Museum of Iran (Abgineh Museum) said that 33,996 domestic and foreign tourists visited the museum during the 8 months of the current Iranian…
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Italian ambassador: Italy is very proud of archeological co-op with Iran
EghtesadOnline: Italian Ambassador to Iran Mauro Conchatori said on Tuesday that Iran’s call on Italy for implementation of the project for restoration, protection and maintenance of historical…
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Iranian, French archaeologists explore Iron Age site in Neishabour
EghtesadOnline: Iranian and French archeologists have found materials in three historical hills in northeastern Iran which date back to the second and first millennium BC, i.e. the Iron Age,…
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German Foundation to Fund 2 Cultural Heritage Projects
EghtesadOnline: The German-based Gerda Henkel Foundation has selected Iran, along with Uganda and Russia, as one of the recipients of this year’s research grants.
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Iranian, British archaeologists search for remains of Gorgan Wall
EghtesadOnline: The connection of defensive structures of North Khorasan with the defensive wall of Gorgan has caused the Iranian and British archaeologists to search for the defensive structures…
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Foreign diplomats from 10 countries visit Kashan historical house
EghtesadOnline: Four ambassadors and representatives from six other states visited Tabatabaei House in old historical neighborhood of Kashan city on Wednesday.
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Tabriz, nice destination for Turkish tourists: Governor
EghtesadOnline: Governor of Tabriz Rahim Shohratifar said the city could serve as an attractive destination for Turkish tourists.