LiT Team

Iranian photographer Ali Azar has won the top aerial photography prize at the 11th 35Awards — despite internet shutdowns that made submitting his files nearly impossible. His winning image captures both beauty and fragility on Lake Maharloo…

For over 300 million people around the world, Nowruz is one of the most important days of their calendar as they celebrate the new year. Nowruz (New Day in Persian) is believed to have been started by Zoroastrians some 3000 years ago on…

Chaharshanbe Suri, also known as the Festival of Fire, is an ancient Iranian tradition that is celebrated on the eve of the last Wednesday before Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. This festival is a joyous occasion that involves lighting…

Marking 40 days since Iran's bloodiest crackdown, this explainer unpacks the uprising's roots, key players like Reza Pahlavi, and the risk of regional war amid US talks.

With recent nationwide protests escalating and reports of violence, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns, many governments have heightened their travel warnings for Iran. This article compiles key advisories, urging citizens to avoid…

Celebrate Christmas in Iran 2025, where ancient Christian communities thrive amid a Muslim-majority nation. Learn about the 2,000-year history of Iran's Christians, key celebration dates (Dec. 25 or Jan. 6), major hubs like Tehran and…

Dive into Yalda Night 2025, also known as Shab-e Chelleh, the enchanting Persian celebration of the winter solstice on December 21. Uncover its 2,000-year history rooted in Zoroastrianism, regional observances across Persian-influenced…

It's happening again. Smog is back and at terrible levels in the Iranian capital, Tehran. Air quality reaches hazardous levels repeatedly during the winter months when temperature inversions trap vehicle emissions and industrial pollutants…

Amid the everyday bustle of Tehran, inside one of its most nostalgic and historic green spaces, stands a gleaming sculpture that tells a story beyond art and metal. Many who stroll through Mellat Park may have noticed it, yet few know the…

When Tehran's summer heat fades and cool breezes drift across the Persian Gulf, Qeshm Island reveals a quieter, more peaceful charm. Autumn is the perfect season to explore its striking landscapes, from Darreh-ye Setāregān (Valley of the…