Tourism minister hails suspension bridge as iconic destination in Ardabil province

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respecting security, showed taste and designed a stunning complex that deserves to be admired, he noted.The bridge, which is made of curved
sheets of glass and was the first of its kind in the world, was inaugurated in 2020
constructed by domestic engineers using high-quality materials.In July 2020, provincial tourism chief Nader Fallahi announced that Ardabil
can be named the province of suspension bridges, pointing to Meshginshahr suspension bridge and Hir curved glass suspension bridge as well
as Azna suspension bridge.Earlier tourism authorities of the province announced that they have developed extensive plans to draw more
tourists during the winter season to the province and make it the winter tourism hub of the country.In December 2019, Fallahi announced that
the objective to launch tourism projects in the province is to provide tourists from all over the world and domestic tourists as well with
the opportunity to use these facilities and select Ardabil as their prime destination.Sprawling on a high, windswept plateau, Ardabil is
well-known for having lush natural beauties, hospitable people, and its silk and carpet trade tradition
It is also home to the UNESCO-registered Sheikh Safi al-Din Khanegah and Shrine Ensemble.The province is very cold in winter and mild in
summer, attracting thousands every year