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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

Did you know Iran has its own special wintertime festival going back thousands of years called Yalda? Yes, that’s right there is one festival which occurs on the winter solstice each year where families and friends come together to…

Iran's Health Ministry issued an urgent health advisory on December 7 as Tehran's air pollution reached near-critical levels, with more than 90 percent of the capital's monitoring stations recording unsafe readings. Abbas Shahsoni, head…

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…

Get ready to transform your backyard barbecue into a Persian feast with this authentic Iranian Chicken Kebab (Joojeh Kabab) recipe. This isn't just any grilled chicken – it's a saffron-infused, lime-kissed piece of culinary heaven that's…

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