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Chaharshanbeh Soori - Iran

One of our favorite rituals ahead of the Persian New Year is a fire festival on the eve of the last Wednesday of the outgoing Persian Year. So on the last Tuesday night of the year when the sun goes down, bonfires are lit all over Iran. As a custom of bidding evil adieu and welcoming hope and joy, we jump over bonfires saying an epigram out loud. And that, is just one of our customs for Chaharshanbeh Soori.

Chador-shab - Iran

It is actually a wrap yarn woven cloth that comes in many sizes. It’s regarded as one of Iran’s traditional handicrafts.

Chabahar Wonders - Iran

We’ll show you amazing trees that can survive in salt water and the underwater ecosystem, and tell you about the culture of people living along these shores in Chabahar.

Ceramic Tiles - Iran

Tile work is still witnessing an ever increasing growth. Nowadays, the ‘seven-color tiles’ are very popular due to their beautiful and eye catching appearance.

Ceramic Art - Iran

Man probably came up with the idea of pottery and making ceramics when he discovered how fun it is to play with clay. And through necessity and aesthetics, the art was gradually perfected. But is there an end to perfection? Is there an end to art?

Caspian Horses - Iran

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the rediscovery of the Caspian horse, an international festival has been held in Iran’s northern city of Rasht. Horse breeders and scholars from 17 countries attended the three-day event which ended in a beauty competition.

Cartoons _ Caricatures in Iran - Iran

Cartoons and caricatures have been around for centuries with the purpose of satire, humor, political commentary and editorial opinions.

Cartography - Iran

But have you ever wondered how maps are made?! In this feature, the reporter takes us to one of Iran's oldest map making companies.

Carpet Expo 2015 - Iran

You certainly don’t have to be an art connoisseur to appreciate the splendor of Persian carpets. Throughout the years, we have brought you many features introducing Persian carpets, which you can find on Iran Program’s exclusive channel on YouTube. But today, Press TV’s Hoda Lezgee is going to the basic, simple, humble roots from which Persian carpets, one of Iran’s most lucrative businesses, sprang.

Calligraphy Painting - Iran

This feature is all about calligraphy painting. Persian calligraphy painting is a unique art in Iran, which merges the traditional techniques with modern forms to create an art piece. In this episode, we introduce to you Jamshid Hakimi, who has managed to find his own style in the field. We also get to see some of his best works and also learn more about calligraphy painting.

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