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Heart of Persia Comes to Iran

Golden Eagle tourist train, also known as Heart of Persia, entered Iran via Sarakhs border, northeastern Iran Sunday midnight, said Director General of Khorasan Railways on Monday.

Termeh Weaving on the Path of Forgotten Arts

Weaving termeh is the local art of Yazd, Kerman, and Isfahan in Iran.

Foreign Tourists Attending Muharram Mourning in Yazd

A host of foreign tourists annually attend Muharram mourning ceremonies in Yazd province. Some of them reportedly come to Iran and Yazd province exclusively for viewing these processions.

Nakhl-Gardani: Traditional Iranian Mourning Ritual

Nakhl-gardani is an ancient mourning ritual commemorating the suffering and martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the third Shia Imam, which is held annually in towns and villages in central Iran, with Yazd as the main host.

Iranian Cities Within List of UNESCO Creative Cities Network

The head of cultural heritage committee of Iranian National Commission for UNESCO said that Iranian cities of Isfahan and Rasht are included in the 180 UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN).

Termeh: Iran Elegant Textile With Paisley Design

The following pictures feature Termeh, the hand-woven Iranian fabric.

Welcome to Yazd maze of historic lanes

With its winding lanes, forest of badgirs, mud-brick houses and delightful places to stay, Yazd is a 'don't miss' destination.

Islam, Muslims, and modern technology

In this interview, Professor Seyyed Hossein Nasr highlights the impact of modern technologies on human habitats and ecosystems. The destruction of environment by modern technology is seen as one of the most serious threats faced by humanity. Modern technologies have also replaced traditional methods of making objects of daily use. This replacement has serious consequences for the spiritual health of humanity. In discussing the impact of modern technology on the Muslim world, suggestions are made to preserve various aspects of Islamic civilization.

Pahlavanpour Garden in Yazd - Iran

Pahlavanpour garden is regarded as a historical site located in the city of Mehriz in Iran's central province of Yazd. It is one of the 9 registered Persian gardens in Iran.

Meybod City - Iran

Meybod is a desert city with an ancient past. Known for its adobe structures, it boasts a long list of historical venues. The city, which resembles Yazd in many aspects, is considered to be much older and has a history of over 7,000 years.

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