Iran's History
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VIDEO: Snowfall covers tomb of Cyrus the Great in Pasargadae
TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) – Snowfall in Pasargadae has blanketed the Tomb of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Empire, in white.
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7,000-year-old village discovered in Iran's Dehdasht
TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – Archaeologists have discovered a 7,000-year-old prehistoric village beneath the historic city of Dehdasht, shedding new light on the region’s Neolithic past and early urban development.
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Restoration of Persepolis, Naqsh-e Rostam
TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran’s Cultural Heritage Organization is carrying out restoration work on parts of Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rostam, two of the country’s most iconic ancient sites.
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Saravan Museum: Treasure of Baluchestan’s History, Culture
TEHRAN, Nov. 30 (MNA) – The Saravan Museum of History and Anthropology showcases the rich culture, art, history, and unique traditions of the people of Sistan and Baluchestan.
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Iran can serve as Caspian Sea tourism hub: Minister
TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) – Iran, with its rich cultural and historical heritage, has the potential to become the hub of tourism and handicrafts in the Caspian Sea region, said Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Reza Salehi Amiri.
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By hosting scholars from 22 countries;
International Iranology Conference kicks off in Tehran
TEHRAN, Nov. 15 (MNA) – Tehran has become the hub for global Iranology as the International Iranology Conference opens at the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization, welcoming 50 prominent scholars from 22 countries.
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Inside ancient Samanu-making ritual in Iran's Saveh
TEHRAN, Nov. 12 (MNA) – The city of Saveh in central Iran keeps one of its oldest traditions alive: the communal preparation of Samanu. The event brings together people of all ages in prayer, teamwork, and celebration of a shared cultural heritage.
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How Cyrus the Great built world’s first multicultural empire
TEHRAN, Nov. 10 (MNA) – Centuries before modern nations began defining human rights, Cyrus the Great laid out principles of freedom, dignity, and cultural respect that still feel revolutionary today.
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Forgotten ancient victory revived in heart of Tehran
TEHRAN, Nov. 09 (MNA) – In the heart of Tehran, a single sculpture has revived a forgotten moment of triumph, inviting Iranians to reconnect with a deeper sense of identity, dignity, and historical continuity.
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Beyond market: A deep dive into Iran’s traditional Bazaars
TEHRAN, Oct. 21 (MNA) – Step into an Iranian bazaar, and you step into centuries of history and craftsmanship connection. These ancient marketplaces are not just trade centers; they are living museums where art, culture, and everyday life intertwine.
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Historic Qajar-era Persian carpet unveiled in Tehran (+PHOTO)
TEHRAN, Oct. 08 (MNA) – One of Iran’s most unique historical carpets was unveiled at the Tehran Carpet Museum during Tehran Week — a masterpiece woven in 1344 AH by Qajar-era schoolgirls.
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"Persepolis: The Glory and Pride of Ancient Iran"
TEHRAN, Sep. 11 (MNA) – "Persepolis, located in Fars Province of Iran, was built by King Darius the Great in the 6th century BCE and served as the magnificent ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire."
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72 years after the 1953 coup, US plots against Iran go on
TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – Seventy-two years ago on Aug. 19, 1953, the United States and Britain plotted a coup against the democratically elected government of Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh to revive the autocratic rule of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.
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Iran urges UNESCO to support its cultural heritage
TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA) – Iran sent an official request to UNESCO, calling for immediate action by this international organization to protect its cultural and natural heritage against threats posed by the Israeli military aggressions.
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Discover Iran:
Step into History: A Journey to Tehran’s Museum of Time
TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) – The historical Time Museum of Tehran is the first Iranian time museum that takes you on a journey through past times.
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Persian Gulf: Our waters, our lands
TEHRAN, May 10 (MNA) – A land or body of water can hold diverse meanings. The Persian Gulf, for example, is a vital waterway for global oil transport, an exotic destination for tourists, and a geostrategic location for military forces.
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By: Amin Berenjkar
Must-see tourist attractions in Iran's Shiraz
TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – With the arrival of spring and the pleasant weather in Shiraz, the city once again shines as one of Iran’s top tourist destinations, thanks to its wealth of national and world heritage sites.
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By: Ali Sattari
Must-see Hormuz Portuguese Castle in southern Iran
TEHRAN, Apr. 05 (MNA) – The Portuguese Castle is a red stone fortress on Hormuz Island, Iran. It is one of the last surviving monuments of Portuguese colonial rule in the Persian Gulf.
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By: KHadijeh Naderi
Historical Chehel Sotoun Palace in Isfahan
TEHRAN, Mar. 31 (MNA) – Chehel Sotoun is a Persian pavilion in the middle of a park at the far end of a long pool in Isfahan, Iran, built by Shah Abbas II.
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By: Mohammad Dashti
Sheikh Safi Al-Din Ardabili's Shrine in NW Iran
TEHRAN, Mar. 30 (MNA) – The Sheikh Safi al-Din Shrine is the tomb of Sheikh Safi-ad-Din Ardabili, located in Ardabil, Iran. In 2010, it was registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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By: Fatemeh Saadatian Nik
Colonel Pessian commemoration ceremony
MASHHAD, Oct. 10 (MNA) – A commemoration ceremony was held in Mashhad on the 103rd anniversary of martyrdom of Colonel Mohammad-Taqi Khan Pessian, who led an emanciaptory movement in Khorasan in northeast Iran.
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VIDEO: A tour to Vakil Mosque, Iran architecture masterpiece
TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) – The Vakil Mosque is a mosque in Shiraz, southern Iran. The mosque was built between 1751 and 1773, during the Zand period; however, it was restored in the 19th century during the Qajar period.
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Turkey returns 55 historical artifacts to Iran
TEHRAN, Jun. 07 (MNA) – Turkey has returned 55 historical artifacts to Iran as part of an agreement signed between the two neighboring countries last year to combat the trafficking of cultural property.
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163 Achaemenid tablets showcased at National Museum of Iran
TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – 163 Achaemenid tablets that were returned to Iran from the US last year were showcased at the National Museum of Iran.
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By: Maryam Hashemi
Fat'h Abad Garden in Iran's Kerman province
TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – The Fathabad Garden is a historical garden in Ekhtiarabad, Kerman Province, Iran. It was built during the Qajar era in Ekhtiarabad, 25 kilometers away from the city of Kerman. Fathabad Castle is a structure nearby.
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By: Majid Dehganizadeh
Fahraj historical village in Iran's Yazd
TEHRAN, May 06 (MNA) – Fahraj is a village in Fahraj Rural District of the Central District of Yazd County, Yazd province, Iran
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By: Ali Aghayari
Historical Hedayat School in Iran's Urmia
TEHRAN, Apr. 24 (MNA) – The Hedayat School which is of prime historical value was founded by Shahriar-khan in the city of Urmia, West Azarbaijan province.
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Iranians mark 13 Aban occasion with nationwide rallies
TEHRAN, Nov. 04 (MNA) – The 13th of Aban is the anniversary of the 1979 takeover of the US embassy in Tehran, which is marked every year with nationwide rallies.
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By: Alirza Shanechian
Titi Caravanserai in Iran's Gilan province
TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) – Located in Siahkal County of Iran's Gilan Province, Titi Caravanserai is an amazing destination for tourists.
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By: Reza Khodadai
Gholi Caravanserai in Iran's Jajarm
TEHRAN, Oct. 01 (MNA) – The Gholi Caravanserai in Iran's Jajarm, North Khorasan province, was Inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List.