By Afshin Majlesi

How Iran’s Kordasht is a beacon for heritage tourism

JOLFA – Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of Iran’s East Azarbaijan province, the village of Kordasht serves as a living monument to history. It resonates with the courage of Iranian soldiers who defended their homeland against Tsarist Russian invasions over the decades.

Schoolboy discovers historical engraved brick in western Iran

TEHRAN - A schoolboy in Delfan county of Lorestan province, has accidentally discovered a piece of historical significance: an engraved brick believed to date back to an early historical period.

Plans to safeguard 2800-year-old Urartu inscription announced

TEHRAN – East Azarbaijan’s deputy director for cultural heritage has shed light on ongoing efforts to protect the ancient Urartu-era cuneiform inscription in the Nashtiban region of the northwestern province.

Earthquake in Khuzestan: emergency inspection conducted at Shushtar World Heritage site

TEHRAN - Following a series of earthquakes including a 5.6-magnitude one that struck Khuzestan early Thursday morning, emergency inspections were carried out at Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

By Afshin Majlesi

Masghati: a culinary jewel of Lar

TEHRAN - A translucent dessert, with its gentle floral aroma and silky texture, the Masghati of Lar is a jewel of regional cuisine in the ancient city, situated in southern Iran.

Cultural heritage is a pillar of unity: minister’s message to intl. festival

SHIRAZ - The Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, shared a message to mark the opening of the 3rd International Multimedia Festival of Cultural Heritage, emphasizing the profound connection between cultural heritage and national unity.

Iran-India partnership aims to protect and promote shared written treasures

TEHRAN - In a recent meeting, the Director of the National Museum of India, B.R. Mani, and the Iranian ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation for the preservation of shared cultural heritage between the two countries.

Rafsanjan exhibit to welcome artisans from 31 provinces

TEHRAN - Rafsanjan, an ancient city in the southern Kerman province, will host a major handicraft exhibition, showcasing traditional arts and crafts from 31 provinces across Iran.

Isfahan’s historical fabric boundaries set for revision

TEHRAN - Legal boundaries for Isfahan’s historical fabrics will undergo updates to enhance their preservation, the provincial tourism chief said on Wednesday.

Kazerun Anthropology Museum to undergo restoration

TEHRAN - Kazerun Anthropology Museum, located in the ancient city of Kazerun in Fars province, is set to undergo extensive restoration, according to the provincial heritage chief.

Urartu-era cuneiform inscription vandalized in northwest Iran

TEHRAN - Treasure hunters have vandalized an ancient cuneiform inscription and Iron Age cemetery in East Azarbaijan province, northwest Iran.

UNESCO assessor visits prehistoric caves in Khorramabad’s valley

TEHRAN - A UNESCO assessor has visited several prehistoric caves in Khorramabad’s valley as part of an ongoing evaluation process for the inclusion of “Khorramabad’s Valley and Falak-ol-Aflak Fortress” in UNESCO’s World Heritage list.

9,000-year-old Ozbaki hill to become open-air museum

TEHRAN - Restoration work has begun at the ancient Ozbaki archaeological site in Alborz province, a 9,000-year-old landmark aimed to become an open-air museum, drawing tourists and preserving a key piece of human history.

New pathway to enhance visitors’ experience at 1,600-year-old palace

TEHRAN - A new tourist pathway is being constructed to enhance access and protection at the Sassanid Palace in Sarvestan, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Excavations at Milmiluneh reveal pottery from Sassanid to Safavid eras

TEHRAN – Recent excavations at the Milmiluneh site, Situated in Markazi province, have unearthed a tapestry of pottery spanning from the Sassanid to Safavid periods, shedding new light on the site’s historical significance.

Sassanid-era fire temple ruins found in Lorestan after illegal excavation

TEHRAN – Archaeologists have unveiled a Sassanid-era fire temple in Rashidabad, Lorestan, after illegal excavation activities prompted an urgent excavation, revealing key elements of this ancient structure.

Persepolis threatened by groundwater over-extraction, environmental official says

TEHRAN - A senior environmental official in Fars province has said excessive drilling of wells and the over-extraction of groundwater has led to land subsidence around the UNESCO-listed Persepolis.

Restoration efforts advance for Chahar-Taqi of Timurid era

TEHRAN - The first phase of the restoration of the Sangbar Chahar-Taqi structure in Mashhad, has been successfully completed, marking a significant step in preserving the Timurid-era monument, said a local official.

Seldom-seen jewels to shine at Gorgan museum

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.

Qazvin: Iran’s capital of calligraphy

TEHRAN - Qazvin, a city with a rich cultural heritage, has long been celebrated as Iran’s capital of calligraphy.

2,200-year-old Seleucid-era coffin to go on display in Lorestan

TEHRAN - A 2,200-year-old bronze coffin, believed to belong to a royal figure from the Seleucid era, is set to be displayed in Lorestan after 20 years, offering a unique glimpse into ancient Iranian history.

Qajar-era bathhouse added to national heritage list

THERAN - A Qajar-era bathhouse in southern Iran has been officially registered on Iran’s national list of cultural heritage sites.

Hamadan museums offer free admission on Avicenna’s birthday

TEHRAN - In honor of Hamadan’s National Day which coincides with the birthday of Avicenna, the province will offer free entry to all its museums on Thursday, August 22, said a local official.

180,000-year-old child tooth unearthed in Iranian cave

TEHRAN - Archaeologists have discovered a child’s tooth dating back 180,000 years in Qaleh Kord cave, situated in Qazvin, during the fifth season of archaeological excavations at the site.