Exhibit highlights Zoroastrian’s cultural contribution

TEHRAN – On May 10, an exhibition of handicrafts made by Zoroastrian artisans was held in the UNESCO-listed city of Yazd in the heart of Iran.

Iran to celebrate UNESCO recognition of Sadeh festival

TEHRAN – Iran’s Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism is set to hold an event, celebrating the UNESCO designation of the Sadeh festival as a shared heritage between the Islamic Republic and Tajikistan.

By Afshin Majlesi

Iranian cultural riches shine bright: Iftar, Sadeh festival and art of illumination join UNESCO list

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, in a nod to Iran’s vibrant tapestry of customs and history, UNESCO's latest additions to its prestigious list -- namely Iftar and its socio-cultural traditions, the ancient jubilation of Sadeh festival, and the intricate artistry of Tahzib in illuminated manuscripts -- elicited waves of joy among Iranians who have cherished their enduring legacy through generations.

Experts discuss metaphysical symbols of so-called Arab-Jinn carpets

TEHRAN—On Wednesday, a panel of cultural heritage experts discussed metaphysical symbols of what they called “Arab-Jinn carpets” once being woven in Iran’s southern Fars province.

From soldier to prince: new perspective emerges on recovered Sassanian relief

TEHRAN – An Iranian researcher specializing in Sassanid bas-reliefs believes that a recently recovered relief from the UK depicts a prince or a man of royal blood, not a soldier.

Yazd celebrates sixth anniversary of its UNESCO registration

TEHRAN – A ceremony to commemorate the sixth anniversary of Yazd’s listing on the UNESCO World Heritage list was attended by hundreds of people on Saturday evening, including local officials, experts in cultural heritage, artists, travel insiders, and craftspeople.

Tirgan: a delightful fusion of religious rituals and culture

TEHRAN - Originating in ancient Persia, Tirgan epitomizes the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Zoroastrian community.

Tourism minister visits UNESCO-designated temple, calls for more investment

TEHRAN – On Thursday, the Iranian tourism minister paid a visit to Takht-e Soleyman, which was once a principal fire temple of the Zoroastrian faith in ancient Persia.

Sassanid inscription bearing prayer for mental health discovered in southern Iran

TEHRAN – A team of cultural heritage experts have found a rack-carved Sassanid inscription that bears prayer for mental health.

UNESCO resubmitted dossiers for Persian feast, string instrument

TEHRAN – Iran has recently resubmitted UNESCO revised dossiers for the ancient feast of Mehrgan and the string instrument of Robab in a bid to win global recognition for intangible cultural heritage.

Zoroastrians celebrate fire and light in mid-winter festival

TEHRAN –On Monday evening, clusters of Iranian Zoroastrians celebrated the importance of light, fire, and energy in a traditional mid-winter festival passed down from generation to generation for millennia.

 Yazd nominates 22 historical sites for national registration

Yazd province has nominated 22 historical sites and monuments for possible inscription on the national list for cultural heritage. 

More than 500 historical monuments, sites in Yazd undergo restoration in year

TEHRAN – Yazd’s tourism chief has said over 500 historical monuments and sites underwent restoration in the central Iranian province during the past Iranian calendar year (ended on March 20).

Zoroastrians celebrate ancient mid-winter festival

TEHRAN – Clusters of Zoroastrians on Sunday celebrated their mid-winter festival that is passed down from generation to generation for millennia.

Ancient bas-relief discovered near Persepolis

TEHRAN – An ancient bas-relief carving has been discovered in Naqsh-e Rajab near the UNESCO-designated Persepolis in southern Iran.