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ECO Cultural Institute (ECI) is affiliated with ECO and aims at fostering understanding and the preservation of the rich cultural heritage of its members through common projects in the field of the media, literature, art, philosophy, sport and education.

Book Launch: “Kamand-e Zolf” by Zulfiya Atoyi 📖The ECO Cultural Institute recently hosted the launch of “Kamand-e Zolf”,...
10/06/2026

Book Launch: “Kamand-e Zolf” by Zulfiya Atoyi 📖

The ECO Cultural Institute recently hosted the launch of “Kamand-e Zolf”, a poetry collection by the renowned Tajik poet Zulfiya Atoyi. The event gathered diplomats, scholars, and literature lovers in a warm celebration of contemporary Tajik poetry.

Dr. Mohammad Hassan, President of ECI, described the collection as a delicate reflection of love, hope, and resilience. H.E. Matlubakhon Sattoriyon, Minister of Culture of Tajikistan, emphasized the importance of publishing the work in Persian script as a bridge for stronger literary ties across the ECO region.

Tajik Ambassador to Tehran, Dr. Nizomiddin Zohidi, highlighted Atoyi’s deep connection to the classical Persian tradition and her unique poetic voice. The program also included scholarly remarks, a video message from the poet, and live recitations of selected poems.

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رونمایی از کتاب «کمند زلف» 📖

مراسم رونمایی از مجموعه اشعار زلفیه عطایی، شاعر برجسته تاجیک، در مؤسسه فرهنگی اکو برگزار شد؛ رویدادی با حضور دیپلمات‌ها، پژوهشگران و علاقه‌مندان ادبیات.

در این مراسم، این اثر بازتابی از عشق، امید و پایداری توصیف شد و بر نقش آن در تقویت پیوندهای ادبی میان کشورهای عضو اکو تأکید گردید. همچنین انتشار کتاب با خط فارسی، گامی مهم در گسترش تعاملات فرهنگی عنوان شد.

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Ecotourism in Iran | Where Culture Lives Every DayFrom the forests of Gilan to the deserts of Yazd and the mountains of ...
10/06/2026

Ecotourism in Iran | Where Culture Lives Every Day

From the forests of Gilan to the deserts of Yazd and the mountains of Kurdistan, Iran’s eco-lodges offer a different way of traveling—one that feels close to everyday life and local culture.

Here, traditions are not performed; they are lived. Food, architecture, crafts, music, and customs continue naturally within communities, making ecotourism a living form of cultural heritage.

Across Iran, eco-lodges also help strengthen rural livelihoods and support more sustainable tourism practices.

Across the ECO region, this approach quietly builds cultural understanding and connection between nations.

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🎨 National Carpet Day (Iran)On the occasion of National Carpet Day in Iran, the ECO Cultural Institute extends its warm ...
10/06/2026

🎨 National Carpet Day (Iran)

On the occasion of National Carpet Day in Iran, the ECO Cultural Institute extends its warm appreciation to master weavers and carpet artists whose craftsmanship reflects one of the richest artistic traditions of the ECO region.

The Iranian carpet is part of a shared cultural heritage across ECO member states, where weaving traditions—from the Caucasus to Central Asia—embody common aesthetics, symbolism, and identity.

We honor this timeless art form and its enduring role in connecting generations and cultures.

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🧵 World Crafts DayOn World Crafts Day, the ECO Cultural Institute extends its warm greetings to artisans whose creativit...
10/06/2026

🧵 World Crafts Day

On World Crafts Day, the ECO Cultural Institute extends its warm greetings to artisans whose creativity preserves living heritage across generations. From Central Asian embroidery to Anatolian ceramics and Persian woodwork, traditional crafts continue to serve as a shared cultural language across the ECO region, linking past caravan routes with today’s cultural cooperation.

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📚 Book Introduction: Samarkand in Persian Poetry and LiteratureThe ECO Cultural Institute presents Samarkand in Persian ...
09/06/2026

📚 Book Introduction: Samarkand in Persian Poetry and Literature

The ECO Cultural Institute presents Samarkand in Persian Poetry and Literature by Asliddin Qamar-zade, a bilingual (Persian–Russian) publication that highlights Samarkand’s enduring place in classical literature and its role in shaping the cultural ties of the region.

Published to mark the 2,750th anniversary of Samarkand, the book portrays the city as a symbol of beauty, art, and civilizational continuity, bridging the historical heritage of Central Asia with contemporary cultural dialogue.

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LANDAY: The Voice of Pashtun Oral TraditionFor centuries, the people of Afghanistan have answered this question through ...
09/06/2026

LANDAY: The Voice of Pashtun Oral Tradition

For centuries, the people of Afghanistan have answered this question through Landay—a unique form of Pashto folk poetry that captures love, longing, hope, sorrow, humor, and resilience in only two short verses.

Passed down orally from generation to generation, Landays are among the most treasured expressions of Afghanistan’s intangible cultural heritage. Many of these poems were composed and preserved by women, offering a rare glimpse into their emotions, dreams, and everyday experiences.

Brief in form yet profound in meaning, Landay continues to connect the past with the present, keeping alive the voices, memories, and cultural identity of Pashtun communities.

لندی؛ صدای سنت شفاهی پشتون
مردم افغانستان قرن‌هاست که به این پرسش از طریق «لَندی» پاسخ داده‌اند؛ گونه‌ای منحصربه‌فرد از شعر عامیانه پشتو که عشق، دلتنگی، امید، اندوه، طنز و استقامت را در تنها دو سطر کوتاه به تصویر می‌کشد.
لَندی‌ها که نسل به نسل به صورت شفاهی منتقل شده‌اند، از ارزشمندترین جلوه‌های میراث فرهنگی ناملموس افغانستان به شمار می‌روند. بسیاری از این اشعار توسط زنان سروده و حفظ شده‌اند و دریچه‌ای کم‌نظیر به احساسات، آرزوها و تجربه‌های روزمره آنان می‌گشایند.
لَندی با وجود کوتاهی، از ژرفای معنایی شگفت‌انگیزی برخوردار است و همچنان پلی میان گذشته و حال به شمار می‌رود؛ پلی که صداها، خاطرات و هویت فرهنگی جوامع پشتون را زنده نگه می‌دارد.

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08/06/2026

Kashan; The city of beauty. Beneath these timeless roofs, thousands of years of Iranian history still breathe.

کاشان، شهر زیبا.
زیر این سقف‌های کهن، هزاران سال تاریخ ایران هنوز زنده و جاریست…

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📘 The ECO Cultural Institute (ECI) launched its first official newsletter in June 2026 to share updates on its activitie...
08/06/2026

📘 The ECO Cultural Institute (ECI) launched its first official newsletter in June 2026 to share updates on its activities, programs, and regional cooperation initiatives in English language, reflecting its commitment to strengthening cultural communication among ECO Member States.

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Improvisational Performance in Tajik CultureBadiha (بدیهه) is the spontaneous creation of poetry, speech, or music witho...
08/06/2026

Improvisational Performance in Tajik Culture

Badiha (بدیهه) is the spontaneous creation of poetry, speech, or music without preparation—a sign of mastery in the Persian–Tajik tradition.

In Tajik folk culture, it appears mainly in wedding performances, where two performers exchange improvised poetic lines on themes of love, humor, and everyday life.

Gestures, facial expressions, and traditional dress are essential parts of the performance.

Similar traditions exist in the region:
🇺🇿 Lapar (Uzbekistan)
🇰🇿🇰🇬 Aitysh (Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan)
🇦🇫 Dialogic folk songs (Afghanistan)

Tajik musical heritage such as Shashmaqam (UNESCO) and Falak (UNESCO) also reflects this rich oral tradition.

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📚 Book Launch AnnouncementThe ECO Cultural Institute presents the unveiling ceremony of “Kamand-e Zolf” by Zulfia Ataei,...
08/06/2026

📚 Book Launch Announcement

The ECO Cultural Institute presents the unveiling ceremony of “Kamand-e Zolf” by Zulfia Ataei, a popular poet from Tajikistan.
This collection features selected poems reflecting love, women, homeland, cultural identity, and social themes.

📅 Tuesday, 9 June 2026 | 11:00 (Tehran Time)
📍 ECO Cultural Institute, Tehran

موسسه فرهنگی اکو برگزار می‌کند:
آیین رونمایی از کتاب «کمند زلف» اثر زلفیه عطایی، شاعر مردمی تاجیکستان.
این مجموعه شامل اشعار منتخب در حوزه‌های عشق، زن، وطن و هویت فرهنگی است.

📅 سه‌شنبه ۱۹ خرداد ۱۴۰۵ | ساعت ۱۱

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