historical site

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  • Historical site 2026-03-27 23:50

    By Mahmoud Zekavat

    The enemy and the destruction of history

    TEHRAN- Why do you think Alexander set fire to Persepolis when he invaded Iran, or what benefit did the Mongols gain from burning our cities? The issue seems to lie in foundations and cultural manifestations. Setting fire to buildings and urban symbols is to set fire to a nation's culture. In this war as well, the enemy's assault is not directed solely at our human forces and military strength. The enemy seeks to destroy Iran's culture and memory.

  • A view of Alangdarreh Forest Park in Iran’s Golestan province 2025-12-19 17:09

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Golestan at a glance: forests, ancient monuments and Caspian landscapes

    GORGAN - Golestan is one of the least visited provinces in Iran, yet for many travelers who take the time to explore it, the region may quickly become a favorite destination.

  • Sa’dabad director outlines major restoration, conservation push at former royal complex in Tehran 2025-12-09 17:07

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Sa’dabad director outlines major restoration, conservation push at former royal complex in Tehran

    TEHRAN – The director of the Sa’dabad Cultural-Historical Complex says the former royal residence in northern Tehran has accelerated restoration and conservation work, completing a long-delayed digital inventory of its holdings while advancing new projects to safeguard thousands of stored objects.

  • A depiction of Nahavand defensive fortress, which stood tall for centuries, in the ancient Iranian city, situated in Hamedan province, west-central Iran. 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.

  • Transport and Urban Development Minister Farzaneh Sadegh (left) speaks at a meeting with tourism and cultural heritage officials and experts in Tehran, Oct. 11, 2025. Tourism Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri is also pictured. 2025-10-12 17:04

    Minister urges overhaul of transport, preservation of historical districts to strengthen tourism

    TEHRAN – Transport and Urban Development Minister Farzaneh Sadegh has called for stronger collaboration between the transport and tourism sectors to revitalize historical urban areas and upgrade public transport infrastructure in a bid to support the country’s tourism industry.

  • Alborz 2025-09-03 17:11

    Historical site identified in Alborz province

    TEHRAN—Caretaker of Alborz Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department, Nader Zeinali, announced the discovery of a historical site in the village of Khosrowabad, Nazarabad county, on Wednesday.