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2025-09-12 16:55
Rock carving of Sassanid ‘nobleman’ discovered in southern Iran
TEHRAN - A Sassanid-era rock carving estimated to be more than 1,500 years old has been discovered on the cliffs of Marvdasht in southern Iran’s Fars province, an Iranian historian said on Thursday.
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2025-09-02 16:40
Effort underway to safeguard Persepolis from ongoing erosion
TEHRAN – Iran is finalizing a comprehensive management and conservation plan for Persepolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Fars province, amid growing concerns from experts about erosion of its ancient stone reliefs, the site’s director said.
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2025-08-29 17:12
Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra to perform at Persepolis, minister confirms
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has said that the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra will stage a concert on Sept. 6 at Persepolis, the UNESCO World Heritage site near Shiraz, to mark the orchestra’s 100th anniversary.
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2025-08-25 17:57
‘World’s smallest’ ancient inscription discovered in southern Iran
TEHRAN – An Iranian historian has announced the discovery of what he says is the “world’s smallest known ancient inscription”, a 1,600-year-old text carved on a rock wall in Marvdasht, Fars province, dating to the late Sassanid period.
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2025-07-27 17:52
Continuous human settlement in Hamedan confirmed from Achaemenid era to Present
THERAN – Archaeologists conducting excavations at the Baba Taher pedestrian pathway in Hamedan have uncovered evidence of continuous human settlement in the area dating from the Achaemenid period (circa 550–330 BC) to the present day, according to local experts.
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2025-07-14 18:07
Echoes of the past: gold rhyton in the form of a winged lion
TEHRAN - Drinking vessels of varied designs flourished throughout the Near East from the 1st millennium BCE well into the Islamic era.
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2025-06-08 17:15
Rare Sassanid-era inscription condemning break of promise discovered in Marvdasht, southern Iran
TEHRAN - A rare Sassanid-era inscription believed to condemn the act of betrayal and uphold the sanctity of loyalty and oaths has been discovered in the mountainous region of Marvdasht, Fars province, according to historian Dr. Abolhassan Atabaki.
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2025-05-30 14:18
German ambassador highlights archaeology as a cultural bridge between Tehran and Berlin
TEHRAN - German Ambassador to Iran, Markus Potzel, has described archaeology as a shared language of civilizations and a powerful bridge linking Iran and Germany through science and culture.
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2025-05-25 17:40
Land subsidence threatens Achaemenid sites in southern Iran
TEHRAN - Experts have raised alarms over accelerating land subsidence near two of Iran’s most iconic archaeological sites – Naqsh-e Rostam, the necropolis of the Achaemenid kings, and Persepolis, the UNESCO-registered ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire – as unsustainable agricultural practices continue in the fertile plains of Fars province.
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2025-05-18 18:14
Hegmataneh Museum unveils golden artifacts to mark Intl. Museum Day
TEHRAN - In celebration of International Museum Day, the Hegmataneh Museum in Hamedan province has unveiled three exquisite golden artifacts, offering visitors a rare glimpse into Iran’s rich cultural heritage spanning millennia.
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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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2025-03-09 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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2025-02-18 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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2025-01-06 17:44
Archaeological studies begin on a discovered hole at Shushtar’s bus terminal
TEHRAN - Shushtar’s Department of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced the initiation of archaeological and research studies on a hole discovered during construction work at the city’s bus terminal.
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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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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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2024-12-11 17:36
Toreutics: a glimpse into art of metalworking in Iran
TEHRAN - Toreutics, the intricate art of decorative metalworking, holds a revered place in Iranian handicrafts and artistic heritage.
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2024-12-07 17:04
Earthquake in Khuzestan: emergency inspection conducted at Shushtar World Heritage site
TEHRAN - Following a series of earthquakes including a 5.6-magnitude one that struck Khuzestan early Thursday morning, emergency inspections were carried out at Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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2024-12-07 16:46
‘Glory of Ancient Persia’, an exhibition of top Iranian artifacts, opens in Urumqi
TEHRAN - The “Glory of Ancient Persia”, which is a loan exhibition of Iranian artifacts, officially opened at the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum in Urumqi on Friday.
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2024-11-25 18:16
Restoration of UNESCO-listed Ganjali Khan caravanserai in Kerman begins
TEHRAN - The restoration and revitalization of the historic Ganjali Khan caravanserai in Kerman, southern Iran, have officially commenced, marking a significant effort to preserve the UNESCO-listed site.
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2024-11-11 17:00
No land subsidence detected around tomb of Cyrus the Great, official says
TEHRAN - Mohammad Nasiri-Haqiqat, director of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pasargadae, has assured the public that no signs of land subsidence have been detected around the tomb of Cyrus the Great.
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2024-11-10 18:28
Unveiling Elam: The Dawn of Iranian Civilization at Persepolis
SHIRAZ - The National Museum of Iran inaugurated the exhibition “Elam: The Dawn of Iranian Civilization” at the Persepolis Museum on November 6.
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2024-10-15 17:11
Naqsh-e Rostam: limited excavation permit issued to address water penetration
TEHRAN - The head of the Research Institute of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced the issuance of a limited excavation permit for the ancient site of Naqsh-e Rostam.
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2024-10-13 15:46
Standards in Iran date back to Achaemenid era: expert
TEHRAN – The concept of standards has been present in Iran since ancient times, dating back to the Achaemenid era, Ali Jalali, the former secretary and board member of the Iranian Scientific Standard Association, and an official standards expert, has said.
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2024-10-11 17:12
Museum chief sheds light on showcased Achaemenid tablets recently repatriated from U.S.
TEHRAN - Jebrael Nokandeh, director of the National Museum of Iran, has provided detailed insights into the 30 recently repatriated Achaemenid tablets currently on display at the prestigious museum.
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2024-10-08 17:33
President unveils Achaemenid clay tablets recently returned from U.S.
TEHRAN – On Tuesday, President Masoud Pezeshkian, accompanied by his Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts unveiled 30 Achaemenid clay tablets at the National Museum of Iran in downtown Tehran.
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2024-10-07 17:09
Archaeological discovery in Shiraz may rewrite city’s history
TEHRAN - A new archaeological discovery beneath a local park in Shiraz, the capital of Fars province in southern Iran, may push back the historical timeline of the ancient city by several thousand years.
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2024-10-04 17:41
Iran’s leading tourism cities sign cooperation agreement
TEHRAN - In a significant step toward promoting tourism in Iran, the mayors of Yazd, Isfahan, and Shiraz have signed a trilateral cooperation agreement titled the “Golden Triangle of Iran's Tourism.”
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2024-10-02 17:38
Recently recovered Achaemenid cablets to go on view at National Museum
TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri announced that a collection of Achaemenid-era clay tablets, recently returned from the United States, will soon be unveiled at the National Museum in Tehran.
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2024-09-27 17:59
Souvenir of New York: 1100 Achaemenid clay tablets returned home
TEHRAN – On Thursday, 1100 Achaemenid-era clay tablets were returned to Iran from the United States, marking the sixth batch of such historical artifacts brought back to the ancient country.