Estakhr

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  • A view of the ancient city of Istakhr in southern Iran. 2025-08-12 17:34

    Iran’s culture minister calls for accelerated excavations at ancient city of Istakhr

    TEHRAN – Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts has urged faster archaeological excavations at the ancient city of Istakhr in southern Iran, citing the site’s historical importance and the need for stronger protection against illegal digging.

  • Preservation initiatives underway for ancient Istakhr 2024-12-31 17:51

    Preservation initiatives underway for ancient Istakhr

    TEHRAN - The ancient city of Istakhr, once a royal residence for the Sassanid kings of Persia and located near the UNESCO-registered Persepolis, is undergoing significant preservation efforts, according to the tourism chief of Fars province.

  • Istakhr: a royal residence of Sassanid kings 2022-11-12 19:50

    Istakhr: a royal residence of Sassanid kings

    TEHRAN – The ancient city of Istakhr, which embraces many magnificent palaces, fortifications, and temples, was once a royal residence of the Sassanid kings of Persia and is located near Persepolis, southern Iran.