By Afshin Majlesi

17th-century Imam Mosque in Isfahan at serious risk

TEHRAN - Isfahan’s historical Masjed-e Jameh Abbasi, also known as the Imam Mosque, is facing a looming crisis, with its structural integrity severely threatened by deep cracks caused by land subsidence and prolonged drought.

17th-century Imam Mosque under potential threat due to moisture

TEHRAN – The overall structure of the 17th-century Imam Mosque is under potential threat due to moisture penetrating its foundation, a local tourism official said on Wednesday. 

Tough decisions needed to safeguard Isfahan treasures

TEHRAN - The expanse of subsidence in Isfahan province has reached a stage where overcoming it requires decisive, bold, and tough decisions, the province’s director general of the Department of Environment has said.

Zayandehrud mismanagement threatens Isfahan’s heritage, researcher warns

TEHRAN - Iran Ghazi, a retired university professor and geography researcher, has expressed grave concerns over the mismanagement and misuse of water resources from the Zayandehrud river, warning that such practices endanger both human life and the rich cultural heritage of Isfahan.

Isfahan official dismisses concerns over ‘false’ restoration of ancient bridge

TEHRAN – On Sunday, an official with Isfahan’s cultural heritage department dismissed recent concerns over the alleged false restoration of an ancient arch bridge in the historical Iranian city.