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The MEGA HALAL Bangkok 2025 exhibition will take place from July 16-18 in Bangkok, showcasing Iran’s commitment to the Halal industry. This significant event will feature over 500 companies from 10 countries, connecting more than 2 billion Muslims with diverse Halal-certified products across various sectors, including food, fashion, and tourism. Iran’s participation emphasizes cultural and economic ties in the Halal sector. The exhibition, expected to attract over 15,000 global participants, aims to enhance Thailand’s reputation as a Halal hub in Asia and foster cooperation, growth, and cultural exchange in the expanding Halal market.
Kandelous, a historic village in Iran’s Alborz mountains, is gaining recognition for sustainable tourism and cultural preservation, recently nominated for the UN Tourism’s Best Tourism Villages label. With roots dating back to prehistoric times, Kandelous showcases traditional architecture, folklore, and festivals, alongside a rural museum housing over 8,300 artifacts. The village promotes economic development through medicinal herb cultivation, traditional handicrafts, and training programs for women and youth. Local gastronomy further enriches the visitor experience, emphasizing community involvement and environmental stewardship. Kandelous exemplifies a harmonious blend of culture, nature, and sustainability, making it a model for responsible tourism.
Ilam province in western Iran is enhancing its tourism sector with significant improvements to facilities. Farzad Sharifi, head of the Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department, announced that 22 out of 37 tourism units have achieved service quality certification. The province, home to 127 ecotourism units and various accommodation complexes, is set to open its first three-star rural hotel and is developing a four-star hotel. A surge in visitors, particularly during Nowruz, has been attributed to effective media campaigns. The province aims to regulate unauthorized tourism centers and continuously evaluate facilities to ensure high standards and protect tourists’ rights.
An international academy dedicated to traditional handwoven textiles and carpets will open in Yazd, Iran, as part of efforts to preserve the country’s textile heritage. Collaborating with the International Council of Museums, the academy will educate future generations about loom-based and non-loom textile arts, offering workshops and courses in handweaving and design. The initiative aims to revive Yazd’s historic textile industry, foster job creation, and promote tourism. The recently inaugurated Tar-o-Pud Museum will showcase Iran’s rich textile history, featuring artifacts and interactive weaving workshops, enhancing Yazd’s cultural landscape and economic vitality.
In a bid to strengthen cultural ties among Iran’s youth, Deputy Cultural Heritage Minister Ali Darabi announced that schools across the country will ring a cultural heritage bell starting September 23. This initiative aims to connect students with their historical identity and emphasizes the importance of ongoing discussions related to the national railway. Darabi stressed that educating children about their heritage is crucial for fostering pride and responsibility. Key benefits of this program include enhanced awareness of history, community engagement, and the development of a strong sense of identity. The initiative seeks to cultivate future guardians of Iran’s rich cultural legacy.