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2025-04-12 17:17
Lost quarry believed to supply Achaemenid palace in Susa discovered in western Iran
TEHRAN - In a landmark archaeological breakthrough, Iranian researchers have discovered what is believed to be the long-lost quarry used to source the massive stones for Achaemenid-era masterpieces such as the palace of Darius the Great in the ancient city of Susa.
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2025-04-11 22:41
Sepahan, Persepolis emerge victorious, Tractor held: PGPL
TEHRAN – Sepahan and Persepolis football teams defeated their rivals in Matchweek 26 of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
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2025-04-08 18:04
Giant ‘Sasanian-era’ jar unearthed in southern Iran
TEHRAN - An ancient earthenware jar believed to date back to the Sasanian era has been unearthed during a routine excavation in a village in southern Iran, according to local heritage authorities.
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2025-04-07 18:13
Restoration work resumes on Apadana Palace and tomb of Artaxerxes III in Persepolis
TEHRAN - Restoration efforts have officially resumed at several key heritage sites within Persepolis, a famed UNESCO World Heritage site in southern Iran, following a temporary pause during the Nowruz holidays.
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2025-04-05 18:45
Ancient stone fragment from Persepolis returned to authorities
TEHRAN - A stone fragment believed to originate from Persepolis has been officially handed over to the Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Directorate of Fars province, where the UNESCO World Heritage site is located.
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2025-03-17 17:41
UNESCO-listed Nowruz celebrated at Persepolis with Central Asian diplomats
TEHRAN – A multinational Nowruz remembrance was held at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Persepolis, bringing together ambassadors from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan to celebrate the ancient Persian New Year.
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2025-03-16 21:55
Tractor return top of PGPL
TEHRAN – Tractor football team edged past Gol Gohar 2-1 Sunday night to return top of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).
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2025-03-09 19:05
Ancient Achaemenid drains prevent water accumulation at Persepolis
TEHRAN - Recent heavy rainfall in Fars province led to the destruction of parts of historical houses in Shiraz, the provincial capital which is situated 70 km southward from Persepolis, which was once a ceremonial capital of the Persian Achaemenid Empire (c. 550 – 330 BC).
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2025-03-07 21:19
Persepolis edge Chadormalou: PGPL
TEHRAN – Persepolis football team narrowed the gap on league leaders Tractor and Sepahan to one point after edging past Chadormalou in the 2024/25 Iran Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
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2025-03-02 16:10
Persepolis thirsty for title: Ismail Kartal
TEHRAN – Ismail Kartal, head coach of the Persepolis football team, has expressed their determination to win the title by the end of the season.
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2025-02-18 08:42
Discover Dokkan-e Daud: an ancient marvel in western Iran
TEHRAN - Nestled in the rugged landscapes of Kermanshah province in western Iran, Dokkan-e Daud (English: David's Store) is an enigmatic and historically rich site that beckons history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Situated near Sarpol-e Zahab, this late Achaemenid rock site is both a tomb and a relief, offering a glimpse into Iran’s ancient past and its evolving artistic and cultural influences.
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2025-02-17 21:45
Persepolis, Al Nassr share spoils in 2024/25 ACL Elite
TEHRAN – Iran's Persepolis and Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr football teams played out a goalless draw here at the Azadi Stadium in the 2024/245 AFC Champions League Elite Matchday 8 on Monday.
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2025-02-16 16:30
Lichens on Iran’s ancient structures unrelated to pollution, expert confirms
TEHRAN - The presence of lichens on Iran’s historical stone carvings and ancient structures is solely due to climatic conditions and moisture, rather than industrial pollution, a prominent cultural heritage expert has confirmed.
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2025-02-15 18:16
By Afshin Majlesi
Government spokeswoman highlights tourism and cultural heritage preservation
TEHRAN - Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokeswoman for the government, emphasized the administration’s commitment to tourism development and cultural heritage preservation during her visit to the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition on Thursday.
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2025-02-07 19:13
Sepahan, Malavan share spoils in PGPL
TEHRAN – Sepahan and Malavan football teams played to a 1-1 draw in the 2024/25 Iran Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
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2025-02-02 09:15
50 restoration projects for cultural heritage underway in Fars province
TEHRAN – Fars’ deputy chief of cultural heritage has announced that 50 restoration projects are currently in progress across the southern Iranian province
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2025-01-31 11:47
Persepolis complete signing of Serdar Dursun
TEHRAN – Iranian football club Persepolis completed the signing of former Fenerbahce forward Serdar Dursun on Thursday night.
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2025-01-26 20:00
10-man Persepolis beat Tractor, Sepahan defeat Kheybar: PGPL
TEHRAN – Persepolis football team earned a big home win over Tractor in the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Sunday.
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2025-01-22 18:01
Oston Urunov sidelined for six weeks
TEHRAN – Persepolis Uzbek iconic winger Oston Urunov has been sidelined for six weeks due to a hamstring injury.
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2025-01-20 17:39
Video clips highlight glimpses of Iran’s rich history in Malaysia
TEHRAN - The Cultural Attaché of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Malaysia has produced a series of 90-second video clips to introduce the country's tourism, historical, and natural attractions.
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2025-01-16 13:13
Iran Super Cup clash: Sepahan vs. Persepolis
TEHRAN - The fans gear up for the upcoming Iran Super Cup showdown between Sepahan and Persepolis, scheduled for this Friday.
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2025-01-08 17:17
French forward Bifouma on Persepolis radar
TEHRAN – Persepolis football club are determined to sign French forward Thievy Guivane Bifouma Koulossa in the January transfer window.
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2025-01-04 17:41
Redesign of Persepolis Museum underway
TEHRAN - The head of the Persepolis Museum has announced the initiation of a redesign project aimed at transforming the entire space of the palace attributed to Xerxes I, situated within the UNESCO-registered Persepolis, into a fully functional museum.
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2025-01-02 20:21
Esteghlal, Sepahan share the spoils: PGPL
TEHRAN – Esteghlal and Sepahan football teams shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Thursday.
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2024-12-31 17:51
Preservation initiatives underway for ancient Istakhr
TEHRAN - The ancient city of Istakhr, once a royal residence for the Sassanid kings of Persia and located near the UNESCO-registered Persepolis, is undergoing significant preservation efforts, according to the tourism chief of Fars province.
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2024-12-31 11:54
Persepolis winger Urunov pens contract extension
TEHRAN – Persepolis football club are delighted to announce the extension of Oston Urunov's contract for two further seasons.
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2024-12-28 14:37
Persepolis linked with former Dortmund coach Terzic
TEHRAN – Several German media outlets reported that on Saturday Persepolis football club have been linked with former Borussia Dortmund head coach Edin Terzic.
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2024-12-27 20:09
Sepahan move top of PGPL
TEHRAN – Sepahan football team defeated Havadar 5-0 to move top of 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
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2024-12-25 18:04
Iran plans new tourist pathway linking Persepolis, Naqsh-e Rostam, and Naqsh-e Rajab
TEHRAN - The Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Directorate of Fars province has announced the design of a new 6-kilometer tourist pathway connecting three of Iran’s most iconic archaeological sites: Persepolis, Naqsh-e Rostam, and Naqsh-e Rajab.
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2024-12-23 14:38
Iran’s Hazfi Cup Round of 16: Persepolis to play Sepahan
TEHRAN – Persepolis football team will play defending champions Sepahan in 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup Round of 16.