Lorestan

2024-12-13 17:09

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.

2024-11-30 15:50

Lorestan wetlands hosting migratory birds

TEHRAN –With the beginning of the cold season, aquatic and waterside birds have started wintering in the wetlands of Lorestan province, southwest of the country.

2024-11-20 17:37

Traditional attire of lur ethnic group made national heritage

TEHRAN - The traditional attire of Lur women and men has been inscribed on Iran’s National Intangible Heritage List.

2024-10-29 22:14

Museum dedicated to Sacred Defense to be inaugurated in Lorestan

TEHRAN- A museum dedicated to the 1980-1988 Iran-Iraq war, known as the Sacred Defense in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province is set to open its doors to the public in the near future.

2024-10-29 08:22

Experts to address challenges of troglodytic architecture at Khorramabad conference

TEHRAN - The 4th International Troglodytic Architecture Conference, focusing on the theme “Resilience against Risks, Climate Change, and Disasters,” will be held in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province, from November 12 to 14.

2024-10-02 17:50

Dorud handicrafts on show at ministry headquarters in Tehran

TEHRAN - A special exhibition showcasing the handcrafted works of artisans from Dorud county in Lorestan province is held at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Tehran, according to Lorestan’s deputy for handicrafts.

2024-09-13 18:27

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.

2024-09-06 19:26

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.

2024-08-28 18:32

Falak-ol-Aflak’s former barracks transformed into museum

TEHRAN - The Sassanid-era Falak-ol-Aflak Fortress in Khorramabad, Lorestan province, is set to undergo assessment by ICOMOS experts for potential inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage list.

2024-08-25 17:54

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.

2024-08-21 18:43

Muharram, New Year rituals added to national tourism calendar

TEHRAN - A number of Muharram mourning rituals as well as a Persian New Year ceremony have recently been included in Iran’s National Tourism Events Calendar.

2024-08-21 18:42

9,000-year-old skull returns home after 80 years

TEHRAN – Lorestan’s tourism chief has announced that a 9,000-year-old skull, along with 77 other ancient artifacts, have been returned to the western province for a loan exhibition after being housed at the National Museum of Iran for decades.

An aerial view of Falak-ol-Aflak, a Sassanid-era fortress located in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province.

2024-07-31 18:06

Falak-ol-Aflak assumes qualities for UNESCO recognition, official says

TEHRAN - Falak-ol-Aflak Fortress (and its surrounding cultural landscape) possesses the necessary qualities for a possible recognition as a World Heritage site, Lorestan province’s tourism chief said on Wednesday.

2024-07-23 17:58

Qajar-era coins recovered in Delfan

TEHRAN - In a crackdown on illegal antiquities trade, Lorestan’s authorities have uncovered a collection of historical coins in Delfan county, according to a local official in charge of cultural heritage preservation.

2024-07-10 18:25

Medical history museum to be established in Lorestan

TEHRAN – A special museum dedicated to medical history will be set up within Shohada-ye Ashayer Hospital, which is located in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province.

2024-07-09 18:09

Lorestan seeks Iran medicinal plants capital label

TEHRAN - The head of Lorestan’s directorate for Agriculture Jihad has announced the province’s strong commitment to becoming Iran’s capital for medicinal plants.

2024-06-19 18:25

Khorramabad launches virtual tourism with 360-degree views

TEHRAN – The ancient city of Khorramabad has introduced a virtual tour, featuring 360-degree photography and aerial views, to spotlight its key historical and natural attractions.

2024-06-19 18:24

From Sassanid temples to Seljuk mosques: discover rich heritage of Boroujerd

TEHRAN - The ancient city of Boroujerd, located in the western Lorestan province, is home to a rich collection of architectural gems.

2024-05-21 17:36

Darreh Khazineh: an epic adventure similar to the Grand Canyon

TEHRAN - For many Western travelers, Iran’s Darreh Khazineh is reminiscent of the iconic Grand Canyon in the United States.

2024-05-11 18:01

Excavations unearth ancient layers of history at Falak ol-Aflak hill

TEHRAN – A team of archaeologists has embarked on a groundbreaking excavation project at Falak ol-Aflak hill, the site of the famed Sassanid-era fortress in Lorestan province.

2024-05-08 17:09

Archaeologist tells of 29 troglodyte sites discovered in northern Iran

TEHRAN – Iranian archaeologist Meysam Fallah has announced the discovery of 29 troglodyte sites during two archaeological seasons he has led across the Haraz Valley in northern Iran.

Khorramabad prepares to host 4th intl. troglodytic architecture conference

2024-05-01 18:15

Lorestan to host 4th intl. troglodytic architecture conference

TEHRAN – Lorestan province is set to host the 4th International Troglodytic Architecture Conference, scheduled to take place in the ancient city of Khorramabad from November 12 to 14.

2024-05-01 18:15

Home to Sassanid fortress, Khorramabad valley inhabited for 5400 years, research suggests

TEHRAN – In a recent significant development in the field of archaeology in Khorramabad valley, where the Sassanid fort of Falak ol-Aflak is located, some evidence has been found, dating human settlement back to 5400 years ago, preceding the Bronze Age.