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Anthropology Museum of South of Sahand

The Anthropology Museum of South of Sahand, which was the first of its kind in the East Azarbaijan Province of Iran displays various aspects of the life of the people of the region in 12 sections.

The Palace of Ardeshir Babakan

Built in the 3rd century CE, the Palace of Ardeshir Babakan exhibits the outstanding features of the Sassanid architecture

Pileh Baba Ecotourism Lodge

Pileh Baba Eco-Lodge is located in Kecha Village, Rasht County, Gilan Province.

Traditional Aushes of Yazd

Many types of Aush (a particular Iranian dish) with different flavors and healthy and nourishing ingredients are cooked in Yazd, which have an important place in the diet of the people of this province

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Noskhe-pardazi; The Ancient Art of Beautifying Books in Iran

One of the factors that made Noskhe-pardazi (the art of beautifying books) grow in Iran significantly is the background of this land with regard to science.

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Silversmithing

East Azarbaijan Province of Iran is one of the main centers of silversmithing in Iran. The products of this craft include a wide range of ornaments and other artifacts.

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Poosh Douzi (Canopy Making) Art of Yazd

.Poosh Douzi is an art and craft in which fabric and temporary canopy is sewn for different places

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Traditional Darning

Darning is a sewing technique for repairing holes, or worn areas in fabric in such a way that the fabric returns to its original state after repair, leaving no trace of the refinishing work.

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Kofteh-gari: The Art of Enhancing Lifeless Metal.

In this craft, artisans decorate the surfaces of metal volumes by inlaying wires made of diverse materials

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Iranian Khatam

Khatam (marquetry) is an ancient Iranian skill and art of decorating objects and it is one of Iran’s handicrafts and a symbol of the art and taste of the people of this land.

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Mortal Wound

The story of a man named Malek, who is a broker of a large family business. According to Malek’s wife, Samira, the salary he receives is not proportional to the amount of work he does. They, therefore, plan to kill Haaj Amou, the manager of this big business company.

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No Fly Zone

“No Fly Zone” is the story of three teenagers who, while preparing for a competition for making drones, get involved in several exciting issues when a cheetah is found near their place of residence.

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Faryad’s Group

Four characters named Java, Dara, Mana and Parva live in the same neighborhood and each of them has their own characteristic and ability. When Mr. Faryad, the new teacher for sport comes to the school, a group is formed to solve the problems of the neighborhood together.

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Captain

This feature film depicts the story of an ailing boy by the name of Isa who loves football. The hospital staff is trying hard to make it possible for Isa to fulfill his wish before undergoing the last surgery. Isa’s father, who is unable to face his cancer-ridden son, makes a request to the management of the hospital, dresses as a clown, and performs a show for the hospitalized children to be with his son anonymously.

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the Cabin

When Monell's father abandons her, she finds sanctuary in Aria to alleviate her loneliness, thinking that her father's absence will be filled. However, Aria has begun a new relationship, so her loneliness will endure.

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Jeyran

A romantic and historical story that depicts six years of the life of Naser al-Din Shah (the Iranian king of the Qajar dynasty). The story narrates how the king meets and falls in love with a rural girl named Khadija Tajrishi, for whom the king chooses the name Jeyran. In addition to the historical view, the series also portrays interesting stories about the period the king was a crown prince, the way he ruled Iran, and his wives.

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Qal’eh Dokhtar or Dokhtar Castle (Qiz Qalasi)

Qal’eh Dokhtar or Dokhtar Castle is located in the Achaemenid part of Miyaneh city (in East Azerbaijan province).

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Imam Reza Stadium in Mashhad A Blend of Islamic and Modern Architecture in the Heart of Khorasan

On the outskirts of Mashhad, in a vast plain framed on one side by the towering Binalud Mountains and overlooking the sacred shrine of Imam Reza (peace be upon him) on the other, stands a structure that is far more than a sports stadium. It is a turquoise jewel in eastern Iran, a symphony of Islamic and modern architecture, and a symbol of progress, development, and cultural identity in one of Iran’s most important metropolitan cities and a major center of the Islamic world.

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Deyr e Gachin Caravanserai, The Mother of Iran’s Caravanserais, Ancient Guardian of the Silk Road

In the heart of the Dasht-e Kavir, along the ancient route connecting Qom, Varamin, and Rey, stands a remarkable structure that many architectural historians have called the “mother of Iran’s caravanserais.” The Deyr-e Gachin Caravanserai dates back to the Sasanian era and was rebuilt and restored during the Seljuk, Safavid, and Qajar periods, making it one of the oldest and most significant surviving caravanserais in Iran. Inscribed as part of the “Persian Caravanserai” serial property on the UNESCO World Heritage List, it was far more than a roadside inn. It was a true fortified caravanserai, whose stone and brick walls bear witness to centuries of trade, travel, pilgrimage, and cultural exchange.

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The Jameh Mosque of Isfahan A Living Museum of Iranian Architecture

What makes the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan unforgettable and deeply instructive for today s audience whether architects, historians, or travelers is its simultaneous continuity and change. The building is a manifesto against the idea of architecture as something finished, complete, and untouched. The Jameh Mosque shows that an architectural masterpiece does not necessarily have to be the product of a particular golden age or the work of a single genius. It can instead emerge from a collective dialogue, gradual evolution, and shared creation over the course of centuries.

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Mosques of Iran

Persian mosques are among the defining expressions of Iranian architecture, not merely for their domes, minarets, or dazzling tilework, but because they have always been woven into the lives of the people. Markets came and went, bathhouses flourished and faded, caravanserais rose and disappeared. But the mosque was always something more. It was a place where people came to find silence, to pray, to weep, or sometimes to raise their voices. Its stone floors have borne the footsteps of every walk of life, from kings to beggars. Perhaps that is the simplest way to describe it: The mosque is Iran in miniature.

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The Blue Mosque (Masjid-e Kaboud)

Exterior view of The Blue Mosque or Masjed-e Kabud , a historic mosque in Tabriz, Iran. The mosque were constructed in 1465 upon the order of Jahan Shah, the ruler of Kara Koyunlu , The mosque was severely damaged in an earthquake , it is inscribed as UNESCO cultural world heritage because of its very special tile working

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Iran: A History of Art – A Study of Iranian Art and Its Evolution

iranians had the art of art since the ancient time , but the arrival of islam to iran played a special role in strengthening some art such as architecture .

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My Model for a world that thirsts for another way.

Modernity has distracted man from spirituality and caused him to become alienated. Therefore, another path must be taken...

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History of Persian Literature , politicization of the history of Persian literature

So far, many studies have been conducted on the rich Persian culture and literature, among which History of Persian Literature is one of the most prominent.

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Analytical History of Islam: An Analytical Look at Early Islamic History with a Critical Approach

History is a subject in whose analysis impartiality comes first, a perspective that has been well implemented in Analytical History of Islam.

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A Collection of Philosophical Essays: A Path to a Better Understanding of Islam

Islam’s response to fundamental philosophical questions can provide a precise path to understanding its essence.

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Bakhtiari Music in Nowruz

Bakhtiari folk music is the manifestation of Bakhtiari culture and the one played to welcome the spring and Nowruz is full of joy and delight.

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Sorna in Lak Music

The scope of Lak music is quite unique and Sorna and Dohol are its main musical instruments.

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Radif in Iranian Music

Radif (lit. order) in Iranian music is its identity: an identity that because of its importance, has been inscribed on the UNESCO List of World’s Intangible Heritage

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Robab

In ancient Persian literary works, there are many references to an instrument called “Robab”, which seems to have been a favorite of Persian literary personalities.

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Nay

Ney or Nay is a woodwind Persian musical instrument

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Javad Maroufi

Javad Maroufi was a famous Iranian pianist who tried to introduce Iranian music to the world through his works.

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Reza Abbasi: The Pinnacle of the Isfahan School of Persian Miniature Painting

Reza Abbasi was a highly skilled and innovative artist, widely renowned during the Safavid period, whose outstanding works played a pivotal role in the development of Iranian art. His artistic innovations—particularly in composition, color, and subject matter—brought about a profound transformation in Persian painting. Abbasi’s pioneering approach laid the foundation for the Isfahan School of painting in the early 11th century AH, establishing a new visual language that combined traditional Persian techniques with innovative stylistic elements. Through his works, he elevated the aesthetic standards of miniature painting and inspired generations of artists in the Safavid and subsequent periods.

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Sanīʿ al-Molk; Founder of the First Painting School in Iran

“Abu al-Hasan Ghaffari, known as Sanīʿ al-Molk, is considered one of the foremost painters and miniaturists in Iranian history. His primary expertise lay in realistic portraiture, and he possessed both a creative imagination and a deft hand for depicting real-life events and scenes, leaving behind a legacy of distinguished and enduring works in Iranian visual arts.

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Iranian Illustration: Global Highlights

The art of illustration, or “tasvirsazi,” is considered one of the diverse branches of visual arts. This art involves establishing a connection between text and image, which together can convey one or more specific messages to the audience.

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New Art Media in Iran: Progression in Evolution, Impact, and Creativity

New art media are a relatively recent branch of the visual arts, emerging through the use of fresh language and innovative forms of expression.

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Iranian Sculpture: From Ancient Reliefs to Heroic Statues Iranian sculpture spans a long and varied history, from the ancie

Sculpture is a branch of the visual arts in which the artist, inspired by both nature and imagination, shapes a variety of materials such as stone, wood, clay, plaster, metal, glass, wax, or paper. Through the use of hands, tools, and diverse techniques—including addition, subtraction, cutting, and reshaping—the artist creates a tangible, three-dimensional form.

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Traditional Persin Design

Traditional Persian design earmarks the independent identity of Iranian arts and crafts

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Al-Farabi: a Mediator between Religion and Philosophy

Al-Farabi was a great and influential thinker. Many scholars believe that he was of the rank of Avicenna.

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Hossein Sa’adatmand

Yazd laments are famous in Iran for their elegant lyrics and special style of performance: a style that Hossein Sa’adatmand played an important role in its development.

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Baba Taher

Baba Taher of Hamadani, popularly known as “Baba Taher Oryan” was the Iranian mystic, poet, and couplet composer of the 11th century CE.

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Omar Khayyam: A Scientist and Poet of Global Fame

Khayyam was a great Iranian scientist and mathematician who is world-renowned mostly for his poetry.

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Agha Bozorg Tehrani: Guardian of Shia Identity

Agha Bozorg Tehrani’s “Shia Bibliographic Encyclopedia” duly responds to an author’s remarks about the role of Shia in the history of Islam.

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Vahshi Bafqi

Vahshi Bafaqi has been described as a man of piety, high aspiration, and asceticism.

Customs of Iran

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Sizdah Be-dar (lit. Thirteenth Day Outdoor)

The last day of the Nowruz celebrations, which takes place on the 13th day of the month of Farvardin (the first month of the Iranian calendar) is called “Sizdah Be-dar” or “Nature’s Day” by the people of Iran.

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Allah Allah Husaina Veina Mourning Ceremony in Maragheh

The people of Maragheh mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS) in the “Allah Allah Husina Veina” ceremony they hold on the morning of Ashura by wearing the attire of the Hajj pilgrims.

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The village of Ansarud and the gratitude of its inhabitants to nature in the shepherd ceremony.

Every year, on the first day of autumn, the people of Ansarud village give thanks during the Shepherd Ceremony for the prosperity of their agricultural products and livestock.

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Timcheh Mozaffarieh, Tabriz، Symbol of Muharram Mourning in Tabriz

The Mozaffarieh Bazaar in Tabriz can be considered the symbol of the city’s Muharram mourning ceremonies.

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Carpet Washing Ceremony (Qali-Shuyan)

The traditional and religious carpet washing ceremony of Fin Kashan and Khaveh Ardehal village, which is held every year on the second Friday of October in Mashhad Ardehal, 42 kilometers west of Kashan, is the only Islamic religious ceremony that is held according to the solar calendar. In this symbolic ceremony, participants from the Fin region gather to hold the event.

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Yalda Night

Yalda Night or Chelleh Night is one of the oldest Iranian festivals. In this celebration, the passing of the longest night of the year and the subsequent lengthening of days in the Northern Hemisphere, which coincides with the winter solstice, are celebrated.

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Kousha University of Applied Science and Technology: Bridging Skills-Based, Industrial, and Practical Education with Labor Marke

Kousha University of Applied Science and Technology: A higher education institution dedicated to enhancing students’ scientific and technical knowledge and equipping them with the skills needed to undertake practical and industrial projects.

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Karaj Sugar Applied Science and Technology Center: One of the Modern Institutions of Skills-Based and Industrial Higher Educatio

Karaj Sugar Applied Science and Technology Center: Bridging Skills-Based Education, Industry, and Entrepreneurship to Meet the Needs of the Country’s Industries

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Isfahan City Center Comprehensive Center for Applied Science and Technology: Integrating Skills-Based Education, Employment-Orie

Isfahan City Center Comprehensive Center for Applied Science and Technology: A Modern Institution for Skills-Based Higher Education, Adopting a Practical Approach Aligned with Labor Market Standards.

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Kermanshah University of Technology: Bridging Engineering Education, Research, and Technological Development in Western Iran

Kermanshah University of Technology aims to train specialized professionals, meet the needs of industries in Kermanshah Province and western Iran, and advance the development of modern technologies across various industries.

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Qom University of Technology: Bridging Engineering Education, Research, and Industrial Development in the Province

Qom University of Technology: A University Focused on Engineering and Technology Education, Fostering an Innovative Environment for Training Professional Engineers

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Shahid Ashrafi Esfahani Non-Profit University: Connecting Education, Research, and the Development of Academic Skills

Shahid Ashrafi Esfahani Non-Profit University: Providing Quality Education, Advancing Academic and Research Activities, Enhancing Society’s Cultural Standards, and Educating Competent Graduates

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