From historical monument restorations to coastal festivals and craft expos — stay updated on all official activities.
Historic coverage in Sobh-e Sahel daily newspaper highlighting the international publication of Hormozgan's spherical Jahleh water jug in the prestigious UNESCO HeritageAlive journal.
The spherical clay vessel that once chilled drinking water through natural evaporative physics is celebrated today as an acoustic bass percussion instrument in southern Iranian music. A precious craft now safeguarded by only two surviving master potters in Shahvar.
Discover the breathtaking geological beauty of Hormozgan, where radiant crimson minerals merge with the crystalline turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf.
Explore the enchanting Hara mangrove forests of Hormozgan, an extraordinary marine ecosystem where salt-filtering Avicennia marina trees thrive amidst Persian Gulf tides.
Hormozgan’s coastlines are a living reflection of the connection between the sea, nature, and coastal culture. This visual story presents a glimpse of southern Iran’s natural beauty, where the colors of the sea, the calm of the shore, and coastal life shape Hormozgan’s enduring identity.
A comprehensive guide and visual journey across eight magnificent coastal jewels of Hormozgan Province—from the sculpted sea cliffs of Parsian and silver sands of Hengam, to the crimson shores of Hormuz and historic beaches of Bandar Abbas, anchored in sustainable travel principles.
Following comprehensive international evaluation, the Secretariat of the UNESCO 2003 Convention confirmed the official accreditation of the Hormozgan Cultural Heritage Custodians Association as an accredited advisory NGO to the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.
On the occasion of July 26, the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem (proclaimed by UNESCO in 2015), we explore the unique Hara mangrove forests of the Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman—where ecology, traditional coastal livelihoods, and natural heritage intertwine.
The 4th Khwaja Ata Cultural, Sports, and Tourism Festival was held in December 2025 on Bandar Abbas Beach; an officially registered event on the National Tourism Registry (Code 20328291) dedicated to safeguarding seafaring rituals, traditional handicrafts, and indigenous games.
The 2nd Khwaja Ata Cultural, Sports, and Tourism Festival was celebrated in December 2023 along the Bandar Abbas shoreline, aimed at revitalizing community ties, safeguarding maritime customs, promoting local crafts, and honoring the collective memory of coastal people.
The 3rd Khwaja Ata Cultural, Sports, and Tourism Festival took place in December 2024 on the Bandar Abbas shoreline. Formally registered on Iran’s National Tourism Events Registry (No. 20328291), it celebrated maritime lifestyle, traditional wedding rituals, Razif folk dance, and indigenous coastal games.
