Mining operations near Persepolis halted

TEHRAN - Fars province’s Governor-General Mohammad-Hadi Imaniyeh has ordered the suspension of all mining activities near Mount Rahmat, located close to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Persepolis.

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.

Kondazi village near Persepolis undergoes restoration

TEHRAN - The historical village of Kondazi, located a few kilometers away from the UNESCO-listed Persepolis, is currently undergoing a restoration project aimed at preserving its traditional architecture and cultural heritage.

Persepolis to host stone carving event ahead of cultural heritage festival

TEHRAN - An educational event focused on stone carving and cutting will be held on Thursday evening, at the UNESCO-listed Persepolis.

Iran to stage ‘Glory of Ancient Persia’ exhibit at UNESCO-listed Persepolis

TEHRAN – Deputy Tourism Minister Ali Darabi has revealed plans to stage a prestigious exhibit titled ‘“Glory of Ancient Persia’“ at the UNESCO-registered site of Persepolis.

Persepolis complete two new signings

TEHRAN – Persepolis football club completed the signing of Portuguese forward Lucas Joao and former Esteghlal midfielder Saeid Mehri.

2nd phase of Mini World theme park inaugurated in western Iran

TEHRAN - The second phase of Mini World, a massive tourism and recreational project in Malayer, western Iran, has been officially inaugurated.

Persepolis threatened by groundwater over-extraction, environmental official says

TEHRAN - A senior environmental official in Fars province has said excessive drilling of wells and the over-extraction of groundwater has led to land subsidence around the UNESCO-listed Persepolis.

Drainage system planned to protect Naqsh-e Rostam from landslide

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, the tourism chief of Fars province stated that excavations are ongoing at Naqsh-e Rostam to address the issues of landslide and subsidence, adding that the site’s drainage system will be put out to tender.

Milad Mohammadi joins Persepolis

TEHRAN – Persepolis football club completed the signing of Iran international winger Milad Mohammadi Monday night.

Conference to highlight role of local community in sustaining Persepolis

TEHRAN - A conference honoring the significant contributions of the local community in the sustainable development of Persepolis is set to take place in Marvdasht county, where the UNESCO-designated site is located.

Geological expert highlights threats to Achaemenid structures beyond land subsidence

TEHRAN – The head of the Hydrogeology Department at the Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration of Iran has raised concerns about the dual threats facing the prehistorical Achaemenid structures located in the Marvdasht plain, including Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rostam.

Persepolis complete signing of Ali Alipour

TEHRAN –Persepolis football club completed the signing of Gil Vicente striker Ali Alipour on Thursday.

Persepolis complete signing of Ayoub El Amloud

TEHRAN - Moroccan defender Ayoub El Amloud joined Persian Gulf Pro League champions Persepolis on Tuesday.

Esteghlal complete signing of Ramin Rezaeian

TEHRAN - Esteghlal football club have confirmed the signing of former Persepolis right back Ramin Rezaeian on Sunday.

Tomb of Cyrus the Great to undergo restoration

TEHRAN – The Tomb of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the ancient Achaemenid Empire (c. 550 – 330 BC), will undergo restoration, Fars province’s tourism chief said on Saturday.

By Farrokh Hesabi

Spanish coach Garrido officially named Persepolis coach

TEHRAN - Spanish coach Juan Carlos Garrido was officially unveiled as the new head coach of Persepolis, one of Iran's most decorated and popular football clubs. The 55-year-old signed a one-year deal with the club after arriving in Tehran Saturday morning.

Alireza Ghorbani’s concert at Persepolis extended

TEHRAN-In a groundbreaking cultural event, the renowned Iranian vocalist Alireza Ghorbani performed the first-ever concert at the ancient site of Persepolis in Shiraz, Fars Province, from June 29 to July 1.

UNESCO-listed Sassanian landscape to undergo tourist developments

TEHRAN – The UNESCO-registered Sassanid Archaeological Landscape of the Fars Region is set to undergo some tourism-friendly projects.

Discoveries challenge myths about griffins

TEHRAN - Shirdal, or griffin, is the name of a legendary creature that features the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion. However, a new discovery might change beliefs about this mythical being.

Alireza Ghorbani to hold historic concert at Persepolis

TEHRAN-In a momentous occasion, acclaimed Iranian vocalist Alireza Ghorbani is set to make history by becoming the first singer to perform at the ancient Persepolis site (Takht-e Jamshid) in Shiraz, Fars Province.

Juan Carlos Garrido named Persepolis coach

TEHRAN - Juan Carlos Garrido Fernandez was named as new head coach of Persepolis football club on Tuesday.

Yahya Golmohammadi takes charge of Foolad: PGPL

TEHRAN – Yahya Golmohammadi was appointed as head coach of Foolad football team on Saturday.