Presenting by Sara Gholami

Iran formerly known as Persia, is one of the world’s oldest continuous major civilizations. Iran has great tourist attractions.

More than hundreds of them which have been registered in the UNESCO list of world human heritage. Here is some examples Persepolis, Pasargadae, Takht-e-Soleyman ,Bam and Bisotun

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Political issuesEconomic sanctionsLack of education Lack of technology

The first and most important factor that affects decreasing in tourism industry in Iran is political issues with western countries and also inside the country:•The nuclear issue of Iran and the story of United Nations sanctions •The relationship between Iran and Arab countries•Image of the country which is created in international Medias

western countries and U.S maintained an economic boycott on the country

Global economic situation and Iran sanction

lack of sufficient knowledge and education among our leaders and officials

Not enough advertisementThe tourism and hotel management programs

at the universities need to be updated.

Technology such as internet , online chartroom, free internet service in coffee-shops and hotels, libraries. Ability to order ticket online, shop online , easy and securely access to ATM machine and many other relevant technology.

Iran tourism industry needs to focus on these type of technology that be available for tourist and traveler with highest quality as possible.

As a result lack of technology bring great inconvenience for tourist and negative affect on tourism industry.