The traditional spring festival of Arous Gol in Gilan and Mazandaran.
The debate in favour and against purging libraries of Soviet books in Tajikistan.
A trip to the delightful village of Sarein famous for its hot springs and aromatic honey.
The documentary film maker, Hadi Afarideh takes us on a nostalgic journey to the old village of Niavaran.
The predominance of turquoise blue in the Islamic architecture of Iran.
An exhibition of collages, paintings and video-art by the Iranian artist, Kourosh Salehi.
The Tajik capital, Dushanbe has changed into a growing commercial and cultural centre.
A visit to the Citadel of Bam to watch the reconstruction work in progress.
Many historic houses in Isfahan have fallen into disrepair and ruin.
Digital images of pilgrims posing in front of the shrine of Imam Reza in Mashad.
Zayanderud River which had dried up completely has started to flow again.
Reconciliation of man and nature in an eco-village in the heart of London.
Mohammad Ali Afghani talks about his life and his famous novel, Ahou Khanom’s Husband.
Pioneers of photography in Shiraz document the history of their city.
The legend of the mythical bird in Shahnameh recreated in an operetta by Hamid Motebassem.
Iranian artist, Ahmad Nadalian's work inspired by the environment and ancient art.
A unique volcanic village in Azarbaijan where houses are carved inside cone shaped rocks.
Exploring Tehran’s dynamic society and culture through the work of its young artists.
Fascinating life story of Musharrafa Qasimova, pioneering Tajik actress.
The unspoilt natural scenery and the historical remains of Ilam province.
Spectacular images of the total solar eclipse by the award winning Iranian photographer, Babak Amin Tafreshi.
The colourful festivities of the Fisherman’s Norooz on the Qeshm Island.
Revival of Gilan’s traditional alternative Norooz ceremony held in August.
A rare collection of vintage Iranian post cards and historical documents going back to the 17th century.
Rare photographs of the members and leaders of the Constitutional movement in Tabriz.
Akbar Fazlipanah’s fascinating wire sculptures of human figurines often depicting a couple.
Fusion of calligraphy, colour and painting in the work of Afghan artist, Ali Baba Owrang.
Wind towers of Yazd catch the wind to create a distinctive symphony.
A major research project to create a digital archive of Golha Persian music programmes.
Traditional ceremonies and rituals of an ancient Kurdish village.