Culture

Two Iranians nominated for 2027 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award

Writer Abbas Jahangirian and illustrator Amir Shabanipoor, both from Iran, have been nominated for the 2027 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, a Swedish prize for children's and young adult literature.

Iran’s Paleolithic record central to human evolution debates, museum expert says

An archaeologist at the National Museum of Iran has written in Tehran Times that Iran's Paleolithic record places the country at the centre of debates on human evolution.

Iranian film ‘Midday Meal’ wins top prize at Busan festival

Iranian director Majid Majidi's film Midday Meal won the Busan Award for best film at the 31st Busan International Film Festival in South Korea on Thursday.

Iran proposes joint travel packages to attract more Chinese tourists

Iran proposed five measures to increase Chinese tourist arrivals, including joint travel packages, in a message read at a meeting in Beijing on Friday, Tehran Times reported.

Director says Iranian passport holders in play cannot get US visas

Iranian director Amir Reza Koohestani said Iranian-passport holders in his company could not obtain US visas for the play "Blind Runner" in California, Culture OC reported.

Fajr Theater Festival Wraps Up in Tehran With Awards Ceremony

The Fajr Theater Festival ended in Tehran with a closing ceremony at Vahdat Hall. From the start, the festival highlighted artistic achievement and cultural...

Millions Celebrate Mid-Shaban, Birth Anniversary of Imam Mahdi

Millions of Shia Muslims worldwide celebrate the birth of Imam Mahdi. This event, called Mid-Shaban, holds deep importance in Islamic faith. Imam Mahdi, followers...

Visual Arts Exhibition Showcases Revolutionary Spirit in Tehran

Tehran’s Art Bureau has opened a new exhibition titled “Field of Color and Struggle,” highlighting the power of visual arts. In addition, the show...

Discover the Best Places to Visit in Iran

Travelers who visit Iran find a country full of history, culture, and nature. Moreover, Iran is a land of contrasts. Ancient ruins stand near...

New Book Highlights Face and Spirit of Islamic Revolution

A new book, “The Face and Spirit of the Islamic Revolution,” offers guidance on protecting the Islamic Revolution. The key phrase Islamic Revolution appears...

Parviz Nouri’s Death Shakes the Iranian Cinema World

Parviz Nouri's Death has deeply affected Iranian cinema and cultural circles across the world. The news has drawn strong reactions from critics, filmmakers, and...