‘Sizdah Be-dar’, celebration to bid farewell to Nowruz
An Iranian National Nature Day, locally known as ‘Sizdah Be-dar’, is held on the 13th day of Farvardin (the first month of…
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Iranian traditional vocalist interrogated by US agents, denied entry
Iranian traditional vocalist Alireza Ghorbani could not perform in California last week after US agents interrogated for hours and denied him entry. Organizers of…
Kashan; historical city of carpets and pottery
Located on the edge of the central deserts of Iran in Isfahan province, Kashan is one of the main destinations for tourists.…
Chabahar; city for all seasons
Located in the southeast of Iran, Chabahar is one of the few areas of the country that is full of inimitable and…
‘Nowruz diplomacy’ a ground for regional convergence
‘Nowruz diplomacy’ as leverage in foreign policies and the relations of the region’s countries can have extensive contributions and benefits. Diplomacy is…
Islamic-Iranian culture lovers mark Nowruz in Pakistan
The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Cultural House in Rawalpindi, a Pakistani city, has held a ceremony to celebrate Persian New Year (Nowruz).…
Nowruz celebration in Afghanistan
Afghanistan is one of over a dozen countries that celebrate the 3000-year tradition of Nowruz. This is how Afghan people observe the…
Iranian poet, literary critic ‘Reza Baraheni’ passes way
Reza Baraheni an Iranian novelist, poet and literary critic died at age of 86 in Canada. Oktay Baraheni, Reza Baraheni’s son, announced…
Italy hosts Iranian art exhibition
Iranian cultural mission in Italy and Italian officials joined hands to hold an exhibition of Iranian artworks dubbed ‘Iran Milleeun Colore’ in…
Persian New Year in Tajikistan
Nowruz- observed by many countries along Silk Roads, including Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan- is a ceremony…
Nowruz most cheerful, popular holiday in Azerbaijan
After Iran, the Republic of Azerbaijan hosts the longest observance and number of public days related to Nowruz, which is considered as…
People of Kyrgyzstan cherish Nowruz traditions
Nowruz, which is celebrated on the spring equinox (usually March 21st), is one of the most important holidays in Kyrgyzstan. Nowruz marks…
Nowruz; a 3000-year tradition of felicity and connectedness
The Persian New Year celebration, known as Nowruz, begins this year on Monday, March 21. Here is how Iranians celebrate the 13-day…
Mankind in need of a savior
The more mankind proceeds in time and gains technological progress, the more it feels the need for a survivor as its inability…
Iranian visual artists hold exhibition in Kazakhstan
Visual artists from Iran’s northern Mazandaran Province have showcased their works in Yessenov University in Aktau, Kazakhstan. President of Hozeh Honari of…
Parvin Etesami; Shining jewel in Persian literature’s history
Parvin Etesami was a prominent poet in Iranian literature and poetry who based on her adherence to traditional literature, composed poems with…
Chaharshanbe Suri, eve of last Wednesday before Nowruz
Chaharshanbe Suri is an Iranian festival celebrated on the eve of the last Wednesday before Nowruz. The concept is indeed intriguing: The…
Iran ‘Red Gold’ capital ready to host tourists
Torbat Heydariyeh county, which has been named the capital of red gold or saffron, is prepared to host tourists during the Iranian…
Art Dubai hangs works from Iranian galleries
Four galleries from Tehran attended Art Dubai, a leading West Asian international art fair taking place every March in the United Arab…
Tehran museum uncovers treasure trove of Iranian artworks on Nezami Ganjavi
Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMCA) is playing host to an exhibition displaying a collection of Iranian artworks on Persian poet Nezami…
Iran, Italy underscore cultural cooperation
Iran’s Culture and Islamic Guidance Minister Mohammad-Mehdi Esmaili said during a meeting with Italian ambassador in Tehran on Wednesday that the two…
WOW Film Festival picks “Ballad of a White Cow”, “Sun Children”, “Zalava”
Iranian films “Ballad of a White Cow”, “Sun Children” and “Zalava” are competing in the 21st edition of the Wales One World…
Iran Regional Music Orchestra makes debut with Nezami songs
Iran Regional Music Orchestra gave its first concert on Tuesday evening at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall by performing songs from the Persian romantic…
Siavash Sufinejad at “Domus Design – Tehran 2022″ exhibition at the embassy of Italy
Siavash Sufinejad was born in 1978 in Tehran. Having graduated from the National Talent Development Organization (SAMPAD), he entered the Faculty of…
Iran and its feasts in month of Esfand
Preservation of nature and environment was the most important principle of life for ancient Iranians and they always performed rituals of joy…
Felicitations to world Muslims on Eid al-Mab’ath
Today marks the auspicious occasion of Eid al-Mab’ath – the anniversary of the day Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was chosen as God’s messenger.…
Iranian girl Parmida Azadian finishes first at UNESCO center art competition
Eleven-year-old Iranian girl Parmida Azadian has won first prize at the International Visual Art Competition 2020 in Troyes, France. Parmida, a member…
Iran culture minister arrives in Lebanon to attend Iranian Cultural Week
Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Mohammad Mehdi Esmaeili arrived in Lebanon on Saturday to take part in Iran’s Cultural Week…
“Fish”, “The Recess” receive nominations at Watersprite Student Film Festival
Iranian movies “Fish” and “The Recess” have received nominations in different categories of the Watersprite Student Film Festival. “Fish” directed by Parisa…
Iran marks National Day of Nasir al-Din Tusi
Today is the National Commemoration Day of the outstanding Iranian philosopher, scientist, and mathematician Nasir al-Din Tusi. Tusi was born in Tus…
Iranian photographer to vie at Biennial of Women Photography
“The War is still Alive” by Iranian photographer Fatemeh Behboodi is scheduled to take part in the International Biennial of Women’s Photography in…
Iran’s flag permanently hoisted in Seoul
The Iranian flag has been hoisted permanently in Teheran Street in Seoul, South Korea. Thanks to the efforts made by Iranian diplomatic…
Iranian directors win three awards in Berlinale
Three films made by Iranian directors won awards in the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival, Berlinale. “My Favorite Cake” directed by Behtash…
37th Fajr Intl. Music Festival hosts German, Egyptian artists
Artists from Germany and Egypt performed in the third night of the 37th Fajr International Music Festival in Tehran, while another artist…
Iran celebrates Father’s Day; birth anniversary of Imam Ali
The 13th day of Rajab, the 7th month of the lunar calendar, is the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (PBUH), the 1st…
Nine Iranian provinces host 37th Fajr Music Festival
The 37th Fajr Music Festival is being held in 9 other provinces of Iran in addition to the capital. During the festival…
Fajr Film Festival: “Mehdi’s Position”, The Grassland” and “The Last Snow” win main awards
The closing ceremony of the 40th Fajr Film Festival was held in the presence of the filmmakers contesting the competition on Friday…
Closing ceremony of 40th Intl. Fajr Film Festival kicks off
Closing ceremony of 40th edition International Fajr Film Festival in underway in Iranian capital of Tehran and the winners are due to…