Yazd

2026-07-10 16:32

Yazd governor-general links protection of historic fabric to sustainable tourism

TEHRAN – Yazd Governor-General Mohammadreza Babaei said on Thursday that preserving the historic fabric of the UNESCO-listed city of Yazd would be pursued alongside “identity-based economic development” and sustainable tourism initiatives.

2026-07-07 23:34

Iranian singer Mostafa Ragheb facilitates release of 10 inmates of unintentional crimes in Yazd

TEHRAN- In observance of the mourning period of Muharram, renowned Iranian singer Mostafa Ragheb has donated four billion rials (approximately $2,300) to facilitate the release of 10 prisoners convicted of unintentional crimes in Yazd.

2026-06-10 23:47

Traditional Nain Aba weaving receives global geographical indication registration

TEHRAN – The traditional Aba weaving craft of Nain in central Iran has been internationally registered as a geographical indication by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), marking the country's 13th global registration in the field, a senior handicrafts official said.

2026-06-01 17:26

Traditional cuisine seen as one of key drivers of tourism growth in Yazd province

TEHRAN - Officials in Iran’s central province of Yazd have highlighted the growing importance of traditional cuisine in strengthening tourism and supporting local economic development, saying that promoting indigenous foods can help preserve cultural heritage while attracting more visitors to the region.

2026-04-27 20:51

Study examines four ancient metal smelting sites in central Iran

TEHRAN – A new research project has examined four ancient metal smelting sites in Yazd province, central Iran, shedding light on early metallurgical practices and identifying the types of metals extracted and processed at the locations, researchers said.

2026-04-12 17:16

Alexander’s Prison: Where myth meets architecture in the heart of Yazd

TEHRAN - Known locally as Zendaan-e Eskandar (“Alexander’s Prison”) and more formally as the Zia’iya School, this enigmatic monument stands among the most intriguing historical attractions of Yazd, which is a UNESCO-listed oasis city famed for its earthen architecture and deep cultural continuity.

2026-02-27 15:47

Cultural heritage officials emphasize protection of historical Kharanaq castle and caravanserai

TEHRAN—Cultural heritage officials of Yazd province have recently visited the historical Kharanaq castle and caravanserai and emphasized the strengthening of interorganizational cooperation and the implementation of joint measures to protect and organize the monuments.

2026-02-25 18:04

Iranian conservator calls for fundamental reform in restoration education

TEHRAN – An Iranian architectural conservator and university lecturer has called for a fundamental overhaul of restoration education, criticizing what he described as an overly theory-based academic system and weak institutional support for field training.

2026-02-14 17:30

UNESCO-listed Yazd resumes restoration projects, official says

TEHRAN -- Currently, with prioritization of cultural heritage projects, the reactivation of stalled projects, and the focus on global registration commitments, a new path has been opened to preserve Yazd's historical identity and strengthen the city's cultural tourism.

2026-02-01 17:38

Discover world's longest qanat, an ancient masterpiece of water management in Yazd

TEHRAN -- As one of the oldest and longest qanats (ancient underground water networks) in the world, Yazd province's Zarech qanat (aqueduct) is a shining symbol of Iranian ingenuity in adapting to nature and providing water in the dry desert climate.

A view of Dadmehr ecolodge unit in the UNESCO-listed city of Yazd, central Iran.

2026-01-24 17:24

Yazd, a warm refuge of history in winter

TEHRAN - Yazd, a UNESCO-listed adobe city, is not merely a winter destination but a refuge, where the ingenuity of ancient architecture tames the cold and preserves the warmth of the sun within its earthen walls.

2026-01-19 17:10

Ardakan transforming from transit city to travel destination

TEHRAN — Ardakan, a historic city in northern Yazd province, has unveiled a comprehensive tourism roadmap aimed at shifting its image from a transit point to a destination where visitors stay.

2026-01-17 19:29

Iran shakes with 99 earthquakes in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 99 earthquakes were recorded across the country in a week from January 3 to 9, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

2026-01-04 17:19

Ardakan MP: Karbafi, a deep-rooted link between livelihood, culture, life of people

TEHRAN—Karbafi, a traditional Iranian weaving art, is not just an art or industry. It is a deep-rooted link between the livelihood, culture and life of the people of Ardakan, Yazd province.

2025-12-27 16:35

Iran to hold international tourism content festival

TEHRAN - Iran will hold the International Tourism Content Festival (ITCF) in February, 2026, aiming to promote the country’s cultural and historical capacities through creative digital storytelling, organizers said.

Photographer and cultural heritage researcher Herbert Karim-Masihi (L) speaks with a visitor at an exhibition of his selected works at the Sa’dabad Cultural-Historical Complex in northern Tehran, December 4, 2025.

2025-12-05 17:27

By Afshin Majlesi

A thousand stories under one name, Herbert Karim-Masihi reflects on his new exhibition

TEHRAN – Iranian-Armenian photographer, and cultural heritage researcher Herbert Karim-Masihi is presenting a new exhibition titled “Iran Thinks of You” at the Sa’dabad Cultural-Historical Complex in northern Tehran.

2025-12-03 17:38

Kharanaq historical fortress restored

TEHRAN – A restoration work on the historic Kharanaq fortress in Ardakan county, central Iran, has been completed, provincial authorities said on Tuesday.

2025-12-02 17:20

Yazd hosts sign-language workshop to support accessible tourism

TEHRAN – A sign-language training workshop for staff of tourism facilities was held in Yazd on Tuesday to promote accessible tourism in the UNESCO-listed city, organizers said.

2025-11-24 17:19

Authenticity is key for foreign buyers of Persian handicrafts, exporter says

TEHRAN-- Foreign buyers are looking for the authenticity of handicrafts, not mass production, so work that has a soul is more valuable to them, a handicraft exporter in Yazd has said.

2025-11-16 17:32

Bastam added to Iran’s list of historical cities

TEHRAN - Bastam, a tourism destination near Shahroud, has recently been added to Iran’s list of historical cities during the second conference of Iran’s historical cities held in Yazd.

2025-11-12 17:23

Yazd hosting conference on Iran’s historical cities

TEHRAN - The second conference of Iran’s historical cities opened in Yazd on Wednesday, bringing together representatives from 43 cities across the country to discuss ways to preserve and promote urban heritage.

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.

2025-10-21 18:14

Yazd train journeys booming

TEHRAN--Yazd province, which has always been known as the jewel of the desert and the heart of traditional Iranian architecture, the historical fabric of its center shines on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and its windcatchers and adobe houses whisper stories of centuries of trade and civilization, is currently on the verge of a major leap in the field of tourism and rail transportation.

2025-10-18 16:02

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