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According to the Iranian calendar, the next public holiday Eid e-Ghorban (feast of the sacrifice) will be on Monday, August 12. Eid e-Ghorban (Eid al-Adha in Arabic speaking countries), falls on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the final…

Iran’s Ministry of Roads and Urban Development has said the final parts of section 1 of the Tehran-North highway will be completed by winter this year, IRNA reported on August 7. The Tehran-North or as locals say “Tehran-Shomal” meaning…

If you haven’t heard already, Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKIA) or as it is now often referred to as Imam Khomeini Airport City (IKAC) has a new terminal (Salam Terminal) at the far side of the complex. Six airlines will…

The Japanese Embassy plans to organise an exhibition to display an extensive collection of the traditional dolls of the country on August 21, the Japan Foundation has announced, Mehr News Agency reported. Hina Ningyo (Girls’ Day dolls) and…

Are you interested in purchasing a car while you are in Tehran? There are several dozen car companies and online websites with thousands of cars for sale, however, as the currency in Iran continues to fluctuate prices change on a daily…

Local news agency IRNA has reported that the Tehran-Chalus road has seen increased traffic in recent hours due to the summer holidays. The kids are off school for summer vacation which means increased traffic on many of the highways out…

Car costs have skyrocketed in recent months in Iran, what with foreign currencies having rollercoaster time since last year. But, how much can you buy one for? If you’re on a local salary, then this will hurt, the price of the cheapest…

Young musicians from across Iran are competing in the 13th National Festival of Music organised by Iranian Music Organisation. Live music performances from young Azerbaijani musicians highlighted the second day of the 13th edition of the…

The Iranian capital has said farewell to one of its famous overpasses in Gisha neighborhood due to its aging infrastructure. The last remaining parts of the bridge were removed last week at a ceremony attended by Mayor Pirouz Hanachi.…

Kaveh-Deh, a hunting prohibited region in northeastern Tehran, has been defined as a nationally-protected area, is included in the Department of Environment (DOE) list, Tehran Times reported on July 22. In Iran, areas protected by the…