Over 1.4 m foreign tourists arrive in Iran in three months
Iran welcomed 1,410,822 foreign tourists during the first three months of the current Iranian year, which ended on June 21. This figure marks a remarkable 43-percent surge compared to the same period last year.
The influx of tourists underscores Iran’s growing appeal as a favored travel destination, attracting visitors from diverse corners of the world. The Domestic Tourism Development Office, in particular, emphasized the vital role played by various tourism-related activities conducted by each department, including the organization of tourism events.
Iran’s array of tourism events has emerged as a key driver in attracting foreign tourists, making a significant contribution to the overall growth of the sector. Every year, a wide array of tourism events, featuring cultural, recreational, agricultural, religious, and historical themes, are hosted at local, provincial, regional, national, and international levels across the country.
Notably, during the month of Ordibehesht (April/May) in the current year, a total of 90 tourism events were held, with Isfahan Province leading the charge, hosting 10 of these events, followed by Semnan, Mazandaran, and Fars provinces.
In a bid to harness the potential of tourism events and bolster the tourism market, the Domestic Tourism Development Office has embarked on an ambitious three-year process to design and develop a comprehensive tourism events calendar.
The tourism sector has also witnessed significant investment, with the approval of 32 major investment projects, amounting to over 72 billion tomans ($1.44 million) during the current Iranian year. These investments, totaling $226 million, have demonstrated a notable interest in tourism and hotel complexes, particularly in provinces such as Qazvin and Mazandaran.
Furthermore, a total of 35 travel and tourism companies were recognized and rewarded for their commendable contributions to various international markets.
Iran’s thriving tourism industry continues to blossom, attracting global attention and positioning the country as a prominent player in the world of travel and leisure.