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Iranian Film to be Screened in Pakistan

An award winning Iranian film ‘The Father’ (Pidar) directed by Majid Majidi will be screened in Pakistan’s Islamabad on October 6.

Celebration of Molana - Persian Poet and Mystic

September 30th has been named as “Molana Day” on the Iranian calendar, also recognized by the United Nations. Molana was born on 30 September 1207 and is popularly known as Rumi.

Netherlands' Drents Museum Mummy Arrives in Tehran

Director of National Museum of Iran reported the arrival of Drents Museum collection in Tehran.

Persian Food/ The Original Iranian Gheimeh

By far, one of the most popular dishes in Iran is the gheimeh stew. Although this is eaten on every occasion, it is also the main dish cooked during the month of Moharram, which is a religious mourning ceremony, and distributed among people as a vow.

Iran's Cultural Week underway in Russia

Iran's Cultural Week is underway at the Russian capital Moscow with the aim of making the Russians familiar with Iranian culture.

Iranian ‘Ash Festival in Zanjan

The 13th National Iranian ‘Ash Festival began work on 13th August 2018 at the Gavazang (El Daghi) recreational center in Zanjan, northwestern Iran. The event will run for four days in Zanjan. Ethnic groups from across Iran cook the different varieties of this special potage called ‘Ash in Persian with fresh herbs and legumes for the Festival. A large handicrafts show is also staged here.

Official: Passports of Visiting Tourists not to be Stamped

Vice-President and Head of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization Ali Asghar Monesan said on Saturday that passports of the incoming foreign tourists visiting the Islamic Republic of Iran will not be stamped.

Persian Food / Persian Cucumber Yogurt (Maast-o Khiar)

This cool and healthy dip can be served along side rice and meat, or simply with bread. No Persian meal is complete without Maast-o khiar! This dish is best if refrigerated for a few hours, but if you are strapped for time feel free to serve after mixing. Don't be afraid to get creative! Try adding spinach, raisins, or walnuts. Other herbs could be used as well (i.e. mint, tarragon, oregano). More cucumbers, less shallots...it's your call! Enjoy!

Blind tourist couple: Iran, culturally very rich

Iran has a rich and high culture as well as very great poets, acknowledged a blind Spanish couple who are regular globetrotters.

Iranian andy Recipe / Persian Pistachio Nougat

This traditional nougat recipe features the flavors of pistachios and delicate rosewater. Rosewater can often be found in the Middle Eastern sections of grocery stores or in specialty food stores.

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