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2026-04-26 18:26
Ecbatana’s layered past reveals early urban planning and imperial legacy in west-central Iran
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Ecbatana, located partly beneath the modern city of Hamadan, remains one of the most significant archaeological sites in Iran, offering evidence of early urban planning and continuous occupation across multiple historical eras.
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2026-02-14 17:30
Special plan approved for restoration of historical texture of Hamedan
TEHRAN-- A special plan for preservation and restoration of the historical-cultural texture of Hamedan has been approved.
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2026-02-07 17:17
Bozanjerd occupied until Ilkhanid period, excavation finds
TEHRAN - Archaeological excavations at the ancient site of Bozanjerd in west-central Iran, indicate the area was continuously settled from the historical period through the Middle Islamic era, including the Ilkhanid period, officials said.
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2026-01-31 17:15
Archaeological excavation permit issued for Nahavand historical fortress
TEHRAN--The Archaeological Research Institute has agreed to issue a permit for archaeological excavation in Nahavand fortress in Pay Qaleh neighborhood in Nahavand, Hamedan province.
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2026-01-23 17:16
Lalejin, pottery town where clay becomes culture
TEHRAN - Lalejin is a small city in west-central Iran, near the city of Hamedan, and is widely known as the country’s main center of pottery and ceramics.
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2025-12-22 17:46
Nahavand’s tumulus-shaped tomb could shed light on Seleucid era: archaeologist
TEHRAN – An Iranian archaeologist has said the discovery of a tumulus-shaped ancient tomb near the city of Nahavand could reveal new details about the Seleucid period, citing it as the only known tumulus in Iran dated to that era.
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2025-12-20 17:44
Central Asian writers, poets and physicians visit historical sites in Hamedan
TEHRAN - A delegation of 23 poets, writers and medical professionals from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan visited historical sites and medical facilities in Iran’s western province of Hamedan as part of a cultural and scientific exchange program.
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2025-12-15 17:53
Hamedani women participate in Italy’s Artigiano exhibition
TEHRAN – A group of female Iranian crafters from Hamedan province recently showcased their skills at Artigiano in Fiera, held in Milan from December 6 to 14.
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2025-12-15 17:47
Iranology goes beyond academia, Armenian researcher says
TEHRAN—Iranology is a quiet diplomacy between Iran and Armenia. Mariam Zazyan, an Armenian Iranologist, believes that being an Iranologist has a responsibility beyond academic study and can play an effective role in strengthening the cultural and friendly relations between the nations.
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2025-12-06 22:51
Hamedan celebrates as children’s theater festival kicks off
TEHRAN- The 30th edition of Iran’s International Theater Festival for Children and Young Adults opened in Hamedan on Saturday, featuring 45 theatrical performances.
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2025-11-09 16:55
Pottery research center opens in Hamedan
TEHRAN – A specialized pottery research center has recently been inaugurated within the Bu-Ali Sina University in Hamedan to strengthen links between academia and the pottery industry, a provincial official said on Saturday.
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2025-10-17 16:54
Varkaneh: a Renaissance village in heart of Alvand
TEHRAN-- In the lap of the beautiful Alvand Mountain and 20 kilometers from Hamedan, there is a village that its architecture reflects a picture of Europe during the Renaissance. This village is one of the most unique villages in Iran, with its houses made of stone and its buildings made of rubble stone, wood and mud mortar.
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2025-10-14 16:42
Nahavand ancient fortress to be revived in major restoration effort
TEHRAN – The ancient fortress of Nahavand, also known as the Yazdegerd Citadel, is set to undergo restoration as part of a significant cultural heritage initiative in west-central Iran.
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2025-09-22 17:23
Ali-Sadr Cave discovery documents archived at Iran’s National Library
TEHRAN—Head of the National Library and Archives of West of Iran, Atefeh Zarei, gave news of the registration of documents of the discovery of Ali-Sadr Cave in Hamedan in the institute‘s list.
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2025-09-06 17:06
Ceramic center inaugurated at Hamedan university
TEHRAN – A new cultural project titled “Ceramic Land: The Embrace of Art, the House of Creativity and Innovation in Ceramic Art” has recently been inaugurated at Bu-Ali Sina University in Hamedan.
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2025-09-01 15:44
Tehran-Hamedan tourist train to begin September 4
TEHRAN – A special tourist train linking Tehran and Hamedan will begin operations on September 4, officials said.
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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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2025-07-26 18:06
Iran's medical tourism brand proven with Hamedan's excellent hosting
TEHRAN-- Deputy Governor-General of Hamedan Mojtaba Hosseini gave news of the successful hosting of the third international medical tourism conference of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) member countries in this province. He also said that Iran's medical tourism brand was proven with Hamedan's distinguished hosting of the Health Tourism Confobition (conference and exhibition).
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2025-07-20 18:25
Underground Anuj complex added to Iran’s national heritage list
TEHRAN - An ancient underground hand-carved complex, located in the Samen district of Malayer county, has been officially registered on Iran’s national heritage list, authorities announced.
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2025-07-16 19:18
60 restoration projects underway for Hamedan historical monuments
TEHRAN—Deputy Head of Hamedan Cultural Heritage Department Hamidreza Heydari gave news of 60 restoration projects being conducted across Hamedan province with a credit worth 480 billion rials ($533,333).
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2025-07-14 18:02
224 Hamedani Mookebs render services to Arbaeen pilgrims
TEHRAN—Reza Mousavi, a senior official of Hamedan province, said 224 Mookebs (service centers with a religious nature where Shia Muslims come together and conduct religious rituals during Arbaeen) have been launched across the province to render services to the pilgrims during Arbaeen.
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2025-06-10 17:59
Where history meets healing: Hamedan welcomes ECO member states for major health tourism event
TEHRAN - Hamedan is fully prepared to host the 3rd ECO Confobition on Health Tourism, according to the province’s Governor-General Hamid Molanouri-Shamsi.
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2025-06-02 15:24
Hamedan to host health tourism confobition of ECO countries
TEHRAN---The third international health tourism confobition (conference and exhibition) of the ECO member countries will be held in Hamedan from June 11 to 13 this year.
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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.