TEHRAN – An archaeological team has conducted a field survey across Qiz Qalasi with the aim of defining and proposing legal boundaries to preserve the ancient site, which is situated in northern Iran. Led by archaeologist Saeid Sattarnejad, this project, funded by Ardabil’s provincial directorate of cultural heritage, tourism, and handicrafts, involved carving 28 archaeological

TEHRAN – Over the past few days, a significant number of Pakistani pilgrims have entered Iran en route to Iraq’s Karbala to participate in the Arbaeen religious rituals. According to Iranian customs authorities, 16,538 Pakistani pilgrims have crossed into Iran through the Mirjaveh and Rimdan border points in Sistan-Baluchestan province. These pilgrims, who are traveling

TEHRAN – South Khorasan will host a national scientific and practical seminar on eco-lodges in mid-fall, bringing together hundreds of industry insiders from across Iran, according to a local tourism official. “The seminar will span two days and is expected to attract 400 to 600 managers of eco-friendly accommodations from across the country,” said Hadi

TEHRAN – Chehel Dokhtaroon cave in Jahrom, known for its ancient rock paintings, has been officially recognized as a national heritage site, marking a significant legacy milestone for Fars province. The cave, which features 50 rock paintings depicting animals, humans, abstract shapes, and plants, has been inscribed on the national heritage list, according to a

TEHRAN – Iran’s average hotel occupancy rate has fallen below 40 percent, warns the head of the hotel association, urging strong government action and international marketing to revive the struggling tourism industry. “The low hotel occupancy rate is a significant issue for the industry, with many hotels struggling to cover expenses,” Jamshid Hamzehzadeh stated in

TEHRAN – A see-off ceremony for Iranian Para athletes in the 2024 Paralympic Games was held in Mashhad on Sunday. The ceremony was held at the holy shrine of Imam Reza (As), Khorasan Razavi Province. Iran will send 65 Para athletes to the Games in 10 sports. The 2024 Paralympic Games will be held in

TEHRAN – The Chinese Foreign Ministry has issued a report elaborating on the conduct of the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) that its programs are run under the guidance of the US State Department and embassies abroad. The report titled “The National Endowment for Democracy: What It Is and What It Does”, said NED which claims

TEHRAN –The 22nd international environmental exhibition is scheduled to be held from November 19 to 22. Considering the importance of environmental protection, the event aims to raise public awareness to protect Iran’s ecosystem. It also seeks to persuade industries, mining, and petrochemical units to support the preservation of plant and animal species, and encourage them

TEHRAN – There are no reports of monkey-pox (mpox) in the country, an official with the health ministry has announced. Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the mpox virus. It can cause a painful rash, enlarged lymph nodes, and fever. Most people fully recover, but some get very sick. Following the report of confirmed

TEHRAN – The establishment of a national organization responsible for protecting the rights of immigrants and refugees is in the final stages, the deputy chairman of the Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has said. The organization will utilize a precise and managed approach to organize foreign nationals, deal with undocumented migrants, and maintain