LiT Team

Create Your First Haft Sin: A Guide to Celebrating the Persian New Year

Preparing Houses for Nowruz: Khāne-tekānī Nowruz is a major holiday in Iran, marking the start of the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring. One of the key traditions associated with this holiday is the practice of "shaking the house"…

Nowruz is an international festival! It is a common misconception that Nowruz is an Iranian-only event. This notion is not entirely accurate, with several countries in Europe and Asia celebrating the coming of Spring as part of remnants of…

The Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMoCA) has once again opened its vault of artistic treasures, this time bringing the genius of Pablo Picasso into the spotlight alongside works from his contemporaries and Iranian masters who drew…

Nowruz: A New Year Celebrated Across Central Asia and the Middle East

Tehran, Iran's bustling capital, is a city of contrasts where tradition meets modernity. As more expatriates share their experiences, we've compiled a comprehensive overview of what life is really like in this metropolitan hub. Here's what…

Introduction Recently, Tehran, the bustling capital of Iran, has been grappling with a significant environmental challenge - deteriorating air quality. The city's air pollution levels have reached alarming heights, prompting authorities to…

Located in the north of Tehran, the Omidvar Brothers' Museum is a testament to the adventures of Iran's first world travelers, the Omidvar brothers. This museum offers visitors a unique experience, capturing the essence of…

Today we look at Tehran's Jewish Community, an integrap

For those unfamiliar with the intricacies of Tehran's urban development, the city has recently made headlines with a monumental decision that promises to reshape its public transportation landscape. The Tehran Municipality, in collaboration…