Iranian 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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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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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.