Tehran – Iranian Tourism Leza Reza Salehi Amiri emphasizes the importance of attracting foreign tourists to Gilan province and calls Rudbar the key centre of Iranian civilization.
Speaking to reporters on Thursday during a visit to Rudvar, Salehi Amiri highlighted the historical significance of the city, “home to 75 registered heritage sites.”
He highlighted the need for further archaeological excavations in and around Rudbar, saying that more valuable and important artifacts will likely be discovered in the area.
“Rudvar is a collection of Iran’s natural and historic beauty and stands as a pillar of civilization on this land,” the minister said.
The Minister also highlighted the possibility of Gilan in establishing many museums and promoting both maritime and nature-based tourism. He noted that proper investment in the tourism and crafts sector can contribute significantly to the state’s economic prosperity.
Expressing optimism about the future of tourism in Gilan, Salehiamiri noted that the state’s tourism capabilities are not fully utilized. He announced that a significant portion of the tourism-related financial support will be allocated to Gilan, promoting transformation into a tourism hub for forests, plains and farmland.
Elsewhere in his remarks, the minister emphasized the plan under Iran’s 7th National Development Plan. This includes the construction of 100 hotels a year and a significant expansion of the tourism industry. He said Gilan currently has 50,000 accommodation beds and plans to double this capacity in the near future.
“Girang holds 10% of the country’s total accommodation capacity and the government is determined to solve the challenges of the tourism sector,” he said.
Salehi-Amiri concluded that attracting tourists from Central Asia and the Caspian Sea region is an important economic priority for Gilan.
Gilan is known for its tourist attractions and warm and kind people. The people of Gilan from various ethnic groups, including Gilak, Talesh and Tat, came together to form a very rich and diverse culture and customs.
The northern region was within the influence of the successive Akemen, Seleucus, Parthian and Sasanian empires that ruled Iran until the 7th century A.D. The subsequent Arab conquest of Iran led to the rise of many local dynasties, and Gilan gained an independent position that lasted until 1567.
On top of that, its sophisticated capital, Rasht, has long been a weekend escape for Tehran residents who sample famous local dishes and want some multifaceted action. It is the largest and wet town in the northern region. The Gilan is divided into coastal plains, including the large Delta of Cefid and adjacent parts of the Alborz Mountains.
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