Category: 6. Culture

In every corner of Iran, from the bazaars of Isfahan to the deserts of Yazd, a story is being told — not through words, but through threads, metal, clay, and paint. Iranian handicrafts are not just decorative objects. They are living…

 This video takes you inside the museum to explore the intricate artistry, history, and cultural significance woven into every Persian carpet on display. Join us on this captivating journey through one of Iran’s most treasured cultural…

For centuries, Persian carpets have woven stories of artistry, heritage, and identity into every thread. More than just floor coverings, these masterpieces embody Iran’s profound cultural tapestry — from ancient craftsmanship techniques…

TEHRAN – Amir Samavati, renowned film producer, passed away in a Tehran hospital on Sunday following heart surgery. He was 65. 

Samavati was the producer of “Deep Breath,” directed by Parviz Shahbazi, a landmark film in Iranian cinema. The…

TEHRAN – A cultural program dedicated to the Iranian cinema is underway at the Museum of Literature and Performing Arts in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Titled “Iranian Film Days,” the program was launched on June 9 and will continue for…

TEHRAN – The Cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) screened a restored version of Italian film director Pier Paolo Pasolini’s 1964 movie “The Gospel According to St. Matthew” on Monday. 

The screening was followed by a review…

TEHRAN – The winning works of the 15th Arctic Exhibition of Photographic Art in Norway have been announced, with six photos from four Iranian photographers among them.

All the submitted works to the event were evaluated by a panel of judges, and…

On Sunday, June 8, water was released from Dorudzan dam into Bakhtegan wetland in southern Fars province to help revive the drying valuable reservoir.

Bakhtegan is a Salt Lake with a surface area of 3,500 square kilometers, once Iran’s…

TEHRAN – Thanks to the country’s achievements and successful experiences in social harm reduction, prevention, and treatment, Iran can serve as a regional hub for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in combating narcotics, an official…

TEHRAN – Blood donation in Iran has increased by more than five percent in the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year, which started on March 21, compared to the same period last year.

Also, women’s participation in blood…