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2026-07-01 20:10
By Afshin Majlesi
War, memory and the race to save a civilization
An interview with Dr. Jebrael Nokandeh, Director of the National Museum of Iran
TEHRAN – What happens when one of the world's oldest civilizations is confronted with the realities of modern warfare? How do museums prepare for conflict, protect irreplaceable artifacts, and respond when cultural institutions come under threat? And what lessons have museum professionals learned from navigating these extraordinary challenges?
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2026-04-15 21:52
Tabriz hosting cartoon exhibition on US-Israeli attacks on Iran
TEHRAN – An exhibition of cartoons on the theme of the recent American-Zionist aggression against Iran has been set up at Clock Square in Tabriz.
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2026-03-13 17:28
People of Tabriz attend Quds Day Rally
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2026-02-09 14:54
Beyond market: A deep dive into Iran’s traditional bazaars
TEHRAN--Step into an Iranian bazaar, and you step into centuries of history and craftsmanship connection. These ancient marketplaces are not just trade centers; they are living museums where art, culture, and everyday life intertwine.
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2026-02-05 23:18
Possible remains of monumental Persian garden identified near Tabriz
TEHRAN – A team of researchers say they have identified what may be the remains of a large monumental garden complex on the outskirts of Tabriz in northwestern Iran, based on analysis of historic aerial imagery and satellite data.
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2026-01-30 16:47
Tabriz can be starting point for tourism cooperation between Iran, Turkey, consultant says
TEHRAN—Orhan Baki, the consultant of the Turkish tourism, commerce and trade company Sulduz considered Tabriz, the capital city of Iran’s East Azarbaijan province, one of the effective destinations for starting joint tourism cooperation between the two countries.
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2026-01-27 17:33
Rab’-e Rashidi: archaeologists to return to 14th-century educational ruins in northwest Iran
TEHRAN--Plans are on the agenda to continue excavations in Rab’-e Rashidi area, an educational complex dating back to the 14th century, in Tabriz, East Azarbaijan province.
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2025-12-10 17:25
Tehran requests new restoration phase for Yerevan’s Blue Mosque
TEHRAN - Iran has formally asked the Armenian government to begin a new phase of restoration work at the Blue Mosque in Yerevan during a recent visit by senior Iranian tourism officials.
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2025-11-30 18:52
Tabriz, a heaven for culinary tourism
TEHRAN – From hearty stews to fragrant nougat, the flavors of Tabriz offer a vibrant gateway into one of Iran’s richest gastronomic traditions, positioning the historic city as a rising destination for culinary tourism.
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2025-11-07 16:52
Blue Mosque of Tabriz to undergo emergency restoration with minimal intervention
TEHRAN – The centuries-old Blue Mosque of Tabriz will undergo emergency restoration with minimal intervention to prevent further loss of its original tilework, a local official said.
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2025-11-05 17:04
10 beautiful cities you should visit during travel to Iran
TEHRAN--Iran stands out as a land where urban life is deeply intertwined with centuries of history, spirituality, and stunning natural diversity.
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2025-10-31 17:03
FM tours UNESCO-inscribed bazaar during Tabriz mission
TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Thursday visited the Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex, inspecting several sections of the UNESCO World Heritage site during an official trip to the capital of East Azarbaijan province.
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2025-10-13 17:21
Gathering of classic cars held in Tabriz in memory of Master Shahriar
TEHRAN-- A large event of historic and classic Mercedes-Benz cars was held in Tabriz, East Azarbaijan province, with the aim of honoring the literary and cultural status of contemporary Persian poet Mohammad Hossein Behjat Tabrizi (Shahriar) with the presence of historic car enthusiasts, tourists and families.
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2025-09-16 16:40
Persian carpets, among the most beautiful in the world
TEHRAN--Persian carpets and rugs are among the most beautiful in the world and a trip to Iran is incomplete without buying a Persian carpet for your home.
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2025-09-07 17:41
Tabriz nominated for D-8 Tourism Capital
TEHRAN-- Tabriz, having received the highest score in the criteria considered, was introduced by Iran as a candidate for the title of the Tourism Capital of the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD 8), said Moslem Shojaei, the Tourism Ministry’s director-general for Marketing and Foreign Tourism Development Office.