TEHRAN - A rare collection of jewelry from ancient Jorjan will be unveiled at the Gorgan Archaeological Museum this week, offering visitors an unprecedented opportunity to connect with Iran’s deep-rooted history.

This exhibition is part of the ongoing series titled “The Splendor of the Land of Gorgan [formerly known as Jorjan],” which aims to highlight the rich history and cultural heritage of the region, said a local official in charge of cultural heritage.

“The upcoming exhibition features rarely-seen artifacts loaned from the National Museum,” Mohammad-Javad Savari brought to light, mentioning that the collection includes exquisite golden and silver jewelry from the ancient city of Jorjan.

This is the very first time these historical artifacts have been displayed to the public, marking a significant cultural milestone, according to the official.

The exhibition is set to open doors on Tuesday, Savari highlighted, adding that it will remain open until October 3, coinciding with National Tourism Week.

He further elaborated that admission to the exhibition will be free of charge, making it accessible to all.

The exhibition is expected to enhance public awareness and appreciation of Iran’s ancient heritage, offering visitors a unique opportunity to connect with the country’s illustrious past, Savari winded up.

Jorjan (also known as Astarabad), lies at the southeastern corner of the Caspian Sea. The city, in existence since Achaemenian times, long suffered from inroads of the Turkmen tribes who occupied the plain north of the Qareh River, and it was subjected to incessant Qajar-Turkmen tribal conflicts in the 19th century. It was renamed Gorgan in the 1930s after being devastated by an earthquake.

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