The historic city of Mashhad has been nominated by Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, tourism, and Hadicrafts as its its candidate to become the Tourism Capital of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for 2030. The nomination aims to boost Iran’s international tourism standing and promote globally one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in the Muslim world.
The city enters international competition as authorities prepare a major tourism and infrastructure development strategy following a series of technical evaluations and reviews.
This initiative is expected to strengthen the country’s global tourism
profile and accelerate investment in infrastructure, hospitality, and cultural
projects in eastern Iran.
Iran authorities selected Mashhad after evaluating several destinations across
the country. The city was chosen for its extensive tourism infrastructure,
strong transport connectivity, large accommodation capacity.
The nomination is also intended to leverage Mashhad’s rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and religious importance to attract both pilgrims and international tourists.
The next stage of the selection process will take place during expert consultations in the capital of Uzbekistan Tashkent later this year. The winning city is expected to be announced during the OIC tourism minister’s meeting in Doha, Qatar.
Mashhad located in the province of Razav Khorosan is Iran’s second largest city and the holiest in Shia Islam, centering around the magnificent Imam Reza Shrine, a massive and highly revered mausoleum complex, one of the largest religious sites in the world, featuring stunning mosaic tilework and vast courtyards.
The city, an important centre of history, architecture, art, and traditional culture, known for its historical monuments, museums, and holy sites also serves as the gateway to the tombs of celebrated Persian literary and historical figures, including the poet Ferdowosi in nearby ancient city of Tus and the ruler Nader Shah.
Beyond its deep spiritual and historical significance, the city is globally renowned as a cultural and economic hub known for its rich culinary heritage, authentic saffron, intricate handwoven Mashhadi carpets, bustling historic, local bazaars to shop for spices, nuts, and religious memorabilia, as well as for its extensive parks.
Experts say the potential designation could significantly increase the number of international visitors and position Mashhad among the top tourist desitnations in the Eurasian and Middle Eastern Regions. The status could also support urban modernization projects, transportation improvements, and new international partnerships in tourism and cultural exchange.
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