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  • Jebrael Nokandeh, Director of the National Museum of Iran 2025-10-22 19:17

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Iran-China relations through ages: an interview with National Museum director

    In an exclusive interview with the director of the National Museum of Iran, we explore the remarkable “Silk Legacy” exhibition currently underway in Tehran. The show offers an unprecedented look at the deep and enduring cultural ties between Iran and China, tracing a connection that stretches back over four millennia.

  • Iranian scholars link Bishapur palace motif to global symbols 2025-09-14 17:28

    Iranian scholars link Bishapur palace motif to global symbols

    TEHRAN – Archaeologists in Iran say a decorative motif known as Gardoun-e Mehr (literary “Mithra Wheel”) or cross-like pattern, carved in plasterwork at an ancient royal palace of Bishapur in Fars province, influenced artistic and architectural designs across the world.

  • Royal Ilkhanid cemetery unearthed near UNESCO-listed Soltaniyeh Dome 2025-08-11 15:57

    Royal Ilkhanid cemetery unearthed near UNESCO-listed Soltaniyeh Dome

    TEHRAN – Archaeologists have uncovered parts of a royal Ilkhanid cemetery adjacent to the UNESCO-listed Soltaniyeh Dome in west-central Iran, the head of the excavation team said on Sunday.