Divan of Hafez in Chinese language
Chinese ambassador to Iran said that Divan of Hafez was published in his country in the Chinese language. Today is the commemoration…
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Iranians mark Hafez Day at his tomb in Shiraz
Iranian people and other lovers of Hafez from different countries will pay a visit to his tomb on October 12th to mark…
“World War III” to premiere in Iran to gain admission to Oscars 2023
The acclaimed Iranian drama “World War III” will be screened at a Tehran theater for only one week to be eligible for…
“Funeral” by Iranian photographer wins FIAP Gold Medal at Dushanbe Aqua Salon
Iranian photographer Amin Behjat’s “Funeral” has won the FIAP Gold Medal at the 4th Aqua International Salon of Photography in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.…
Cultural figures at Shams & Mowlana Int’l Conference in northwest Iran
The opening ceremony of the 8th International Conference of Shams and Mowlana was held in Khoy County, northwest Iran, on September 29…
Iranian actor Amin Tarokh passes away at 69
Renowned Iranian actor Amin Tarokh passed away in Tehran on Saturday at the age of 69. Tarokh passed away on Saturday due…
Raisi’s cultural, historical gifts to UNSG
President of the Islamic Republic of Iran has provided UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres with two books concerning Iranian culture and history. During…
Iran enters into Oscars 2023 with “World War III”
Iran selected its Venice-acclaimed drama “World War III” on Monday to submit to the international feature award at the 2023 Oscars. The…
Iran calls for boosting cultural ties with Mexico
Adviser to Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance stressed enhancing mutual ties with Mexico in the field of culture. Mahmoud Shalouei,…
Turkish scholar Ali Temizel decorated with Iran’s Shahriar Medal
Turkish scholar Ali Temizel has been honored with a Shahriar Medal, a decoration that Iran gives to foreign scholars who have made…
Persian language taught regularly in China: Cultural attaché
Iran’s cultural attaché in Beijing said that 18 universities in China teach Persian language and literature and seven institutes work on Iranology.…
Iran FM Spox. commemorates Day of Abu Reyhan Biruni
The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kan’ani has marked September 4, which is the Day of Abu Reyhan Biruni,…
Abu Rayhan Al-Biruni; Iranian genius of Islamic Golden Age
Abu Rayhan Al-Biruni, the Iranian scholar and the 10th-century Islamic mathematical genius has inspired scientists and mathematicians for several centuries, and his…
Iranian novelist, journalist Abbas Maroufi passes away
Iranian novelist and journalist Abbas Maroufi passed away at 65 in Germany. Born May 17, 1957, in Tehran, Maroufi has died of…
Iran honors Lebanese athlete avoiding to face Zionist opponent
Iran’s Cultural Attaché in Beirut honored the young Lebanese athlete who refused to compete with his Zionist opponent during the UAE’s 2022…
Tehran to host 2nd Australian Film Week
Film Museum of Iran will be playing host to the 2nd Australian Film Week. The film week will begin on August 31…
German court: Iranian poet Ebtehaj’s body may return home
A German court ruled on Tuesday that the remains of Amir-Hushang Ebtehaj, the recently-diseased Iranian poet who resided in Cologne, may return…
Iranian voice actor Manuchehr Esmaeili dies at 83, did multiple parts in one film
Manuchehr Esmaeili, an Iranian artiste who was so highly skilled in his art that he was able to voice several different characters…
‘Before Heaven’ goes to San Sebastian Film Festival
Iranian short animation ‘Before Heaven’ will be screened at the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain. ‘Before Heaven’, which is produced by…
Iranian films line up for Moscow festival
Seven Iranian movies will be competing in the Moscow International Film Festival. “No Prior Appointment”, “Emad and Tuba Romanticism”, “Sea Boys”, “Wolf…
Director of Cinema Organization of Iran to visit Russia
Director of the Cinema Organization of Iran, Mohammad Khazaei, will visit Russia to discuss the expansion of ties on film industry. The…
“World Northern Hemisphere” to be screened at France
Iranian feature film “World Northern Hemisphere” directed by Hossein Tehrani will be screened at the 28th edition of Nancy International Film Festival…
500 foreign tourists attend mourning ceremonies in Yazd
Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts of Yazd Province announced the presence of more than 500 foreign tourists in the…
Painting by Ruholamin depicts Imam Hussein (AS) in final farewell to young daughter
Iranian impressionist painter Hassan Ruholamin has unveiled his latest work depicting Imam Hussein (AS) in his final farewell to his three-year-old daughter…
Swiss envoy praised Iran’s Homayoun Shajarian
Swiss Ambassador to Iran in a message appreciated Iranian singer Homayoun Shajarian for his outstanding contribution in the field of culture and…
Iranian scriptwriter’s “Hand Luggage” selected at 2 int’l film fests
Short film script “Hand Luggage” has been selected at the Bridgeport Film Fest in the US as well as World Film Carnival…
Iran seeks to retrieve illegally-exported artwork sold at Christie’s
An official in charge of Iran’s historical-cultural properties said on Saturday that Iran seeks to retrieve a rare historical artwork illegally exported…
Iranian Film Week to kick off in Iraq at weekend
Iraqi Minister of Culture and Tourism Hassan Nazim said on Monday that his country will host an event called the Iranian Film…
“Drowning in Holy Water” wins Golden Global Award for best film at Malaysian festival
“Drowning in Holy Water”, a drama on Afghan migration, was picked as best film at the 5th Malaysia Golden Global Awards, the…
Ambassador stresses cooperation between Iran-China media
“Relationship between China and Iran’s media outlets is very important and it will strengthen the mutual understanding between the two nations,” according…
Hatami named as jury member at Venice Film Festival
Iranian prominent actress Leila Hatami has been elected as a jury member for Venice Film Festival’s upcoming 79th edition. Julianne Moore will…
Iranian chess grandmaster wins Intl’ Armenian Chess Tournament
Iranian chess grandmaster and member of Iran’s chess team, Mohammad Amin Tabatabaei, won the Armenian International Chess Tournament that was held in…
Iranian artists weave FIFA World Cup 2022 carpet
Two Iranian artists from the northwestern city of Tabriz have woven a rug with over 300 colors and content related to the…
Winners of 5 International Photo Award announced with tribute to Abbas Kiarostami
Winners of the 3rd edition of the 5 International Photo Award were announced Wednesday evening with a tribute to world-renowned Iranian filmmaker…
Iran, Azerbaijan national libraries to boost coop.
Head of the National Library and Archives of Iran Alireza Mokhtarpour and Anar Karimov, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan…
La Gacilly Photo Festival showcases works by Iranian photographers
Works by four Iranians are on display at the La Gacilly Photo Festival, a vast international outdoor exhibition, which is organized every…
Iraqi minister of culture visits visits Iran National Museum
Iraqi Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities Hassan Nazem at the head of a delegation visited the National Museum of Iran on…
The oldest Persian rug
There is a host of historical Persian rugs on display in museums all across the world, but the oldest of the kind…