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2026-10-07 21:20
15 destinations to discover the soul of Iran
TEHRAN - Iran is a country of striking contrasts. In one journey, travelers can move from bustling historic bazaars to quiet desert towns, from ancient archaeological sites to misty Caspian forests and from the mountains of the Zagros to the warm waters of the Persian Gulf.
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2026-08-23 17:46
Hamedan Day: Herbal medicine festival opens near Avicenna’s tomb
TEHRAN – A herbal medicine festival and sales exhibition, named after Avicenna, opened next to the renowned Persian polymath’s tomb in Hamadan on Sunday, coinciding with Hamadan Day and commemorations honoring the celebrated scholar.
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2026-08-05 16:40
UNESCO committee approves conservation report for Iran's Hegmataneh
TEHRAN – The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has approved Iran's conservation report for the World Heritage site of Hegmataneh, confirming that the site's protection, management and restoration measures comply with the committee's requirements, provincial heritage officials said on Wednesday.
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2026-04-26 18:26
Ecbatana’s layered past reveals early urban planning and imperial legacy in west-central Iran
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Ecbatana, located partly beneath the modern city of Hamadan, remains one of the most significant archaeological sites in Iran, offering evidence of early urban planning and continuous occupation across multiple historical eras.
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2026-02-14 17:30
Special plan approved for restoration of historical texture of Hamedan
TEHRAN-- A special plan for preservation and restoration of the historical-cultural texture of Hamedan has been approved.
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2026-02-07 17:17
Bozanjerd occupied until Ilkhanid period, excavation finds
TEHRAN - Archaeological excavations at the ancient site of Bozanjerd in west-central Iran, indicate the area was continuously settled from the historical period through the Middle Islamic era, including the Ilkhanid period, officials said.
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2026-01-31 17:15
Archaeological excavation permit issued for Nahavand historical fortress
TEHRAN--The Archaeological Research Institute has agreed to issue a permit for archaeological excavation in Nahavand fortress in Pay Qaleh neighborhood in Nahavand, Hamedan province.
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2026-01-23 17:16
Lalejin, pottery town where clay becomes culture
TEHRAN - Lalejin is a small city in west-central Iran, near the city of Hamedan, and is widely known as the country’s main center of pottery and ceramics.
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2025-12-22 17:46
Nahavand’s tumulus-shaped tomb could shed light on Seleucid era: archaeologist
TEHRAN – An Iranian archaeologist has said the discovery of a tumulus-shaped ancient tomb near the city of Nahavand could reveal new details about the Seleucid period, citing it as the only known tumulus in Iran dated to that era.
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2025-12-20 17:44
Central Asian writers, poets and physicians visit historical sites in Hamedan
TEHRAN - A delegation of 23 poets, writers and medical professionals from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan visited historical sites and medical facilities in Iran’s western province of Hamedan as part of a cultural and scientific exchange program.
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2025-12-15 17:53
Hamedani women participate in Italy’s Artigiano exhibition
TEHRAN – A group of female Iranian crafters from Hamedan province recently showcased their skills at Artigiano in Fiera, held in Milan from December 6 to 14.
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2025-12-15 17:47
Iranology goes beyond academia, Armenian researcher says
TEHRAN—Iranology is a quiet diplomacy between Iran and Armenia. Mariam Zazyan, an Armenian Iranologist, believes that being an Iranologist has a responsibility beyond academic study and can play an effective role in strengthening the cultural and friendly relations between the nations.
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2025-12-06 22:51
Hamedan celebrates as children’s theater festival kicks off
TEHRAN- The 30th edition of Iran’s International Theater Festival for Children and Young Adults opened in Hamedan on Saturday, featuring 45 theatrical performances.
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2025-11-09 16:55
Pottery research center opens in Hamedan
TEHRAN – A specialized pottery research center has recently been inaugurated within the Bu-Ali Sina University in Hamedan to strengthen links between academia and the pottery industry, a provincial official said on Saturday.