tourism

In photos: The beauties of Tehran during Nowruz

The photos depict Tehran’s beauties, which are nowadays attracting travelers and holidaymakers during the two-week Nowruz vacation.

In photos: Museums and historical mansions of Sanandaj host tourists during Nowruz

The museums and ancient mansions of Sanandaj, in Kordestan Province, western Iran, are nowadays hosting travelers and holidaymakers during the two-week Nowruz vacation, officially starting on March 21.

In photos: Historical city of Aqda in central Iran

The historical city of Aqda is located 40 kilometers from Ardakan, in Iran’s central province of Yazd. The city is near the road that connects Yazd to Isfahan. It is home to many historical attractions, including the Haj Abolqasem Rashti Caravanserai, New Bathhouse, Khajeh Nasir stockade, Sam Castle, Hulagu Mosque, and the Grand Mosque.

In photos: Abarkouh County’s tourist attractions

Abarkouh is an ancient Iranian town located about 140 kilometers to the west of the city of Yazd, and bordering the province of Fars. Some 400 historical monuments have been listed in the county, of which 147 are registered in Iran’s National Heritage List, and 129 of which are immovable cultural monuments of national significance. Twelve are intangible cultural heritage.

In photos: Reshki-and-Masi Nowruz ritual in central Iran

Reshki-and-Masi is one of Nowruz rituals in Arak, the capital city of Iran’s Markazi province. A few days before spring and Iranian New Year, groups of singers go from door to door. In return, it is customary for the householders to give them gifts or to offer them sweets, candies, eggs, peas, and other foods.

In photos: Spring blossoms in Iran’s Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province

As spring and Nowruz approach in Saman County, Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province, southwestern Iran, trees are already blossoming, promising a season of renewal.

In photos: Tourist attractions of Iran’s southwestern city of Izeh

The ancient city of Izeh is located in Khuzestan province, southwest Iran. The city is among main tourist attractions in southern Iran, especially in spring, thanks to its beautiful nature and the ancient sites it hosts.

In photos: Aladaghlar rainbow mountains in Iran

Aladaghlar Mountains are rainbow mountains situated in East Azarbaijan Province, northwest Iran. They are famous for their diverse colors presenting mesmerizing scenes for tourists visiting the mountainous area located 40 km northwest of Tabriz, the provincial capital of East Azarbaijan.

In photos: Spring blossoms in Iran’s Fars Province

With spring and the Iranian New Year approaching, many trees in Maharlu Village, in Iran’s Fars Province, are already in bloom.

In photos: Beauties of Iran's Chabahar Port

Located in the furthest southeastern point of Iran along the Gulf of Oman and the Makran Mountains in Sistan and Baluchistan Province, Chabahar is the country's sole ocean port. Its climate is spring-like year-round, hence the name "Chabahar", which means "four springs."

Snow blankets Iran's East Azarbaijan Province

In photos: The following photos show stunning scenes of snow-covered regions in Shebli village, East Azarbaijan Province in northwestern Iran, during winter.

Migratory birds in Iran's Hoor al-Azim Lagoon

Migratory birds reside in Hour al-Azim Lagoon, Khuzestan Province, southwestern Iran, during the cold season each year. The habitat is now home to different types of gulls and ducks.

Snow blankets Iranian northern province of Mazandaran

The photo album depicts the stunning scenes of snow-covered forests in Mazandaran Province, northern Iran, during winter. (IRNA photos/January 14, 2025)

Tourism festival in western Iran

The second tourism festival showcasing ancient Kurdish rituals, especially those from Dalahu city, was held in Kerend-e Gharb City, Kermanshah Province, western Iran, on Friday, January 17, 2025.

Seagulls flying over Iranian southern seashores

Photojournalists tour cultural attractions in Tehran District 4 Tour

Several photojournalists toured Tehran District 4, on January 5, 2025, visiting attractions like the Rasam Arabzadeh Carpet Foundation, PanjTan Shrine, and Tehran Birds Garden.

Iran's Qeshm Island commemorates 91st anniversary of British expulsion

A ceremony named "The Flag is Up" was held on December 19, 2024, on Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf, with Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, Commander of the Iranian Army’s Naval Forces, in attendance.

Yalda festival in Tehran

Every year, Iranians across the country celebrate Yalda on the last night of the autumn, which is an ancient festival. This year, Yalda fell on Friday night (night of Dec. 20), corresponding to the 30th and last day of the Iranian Calander month of Azar.