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Iran has launched a national plan to monitor land subsidence around its historical sites, in collaboration with the National Cartographic Center. Seyyed Hamid Pourmohammadi, head of the Planning and Budget Organization, highlighted the importance of structured plans to protect cultural heritage amidst rising environmental threats. The initiative includes implementing smart monitoring systems and establishing scientific observation networks. Tourism Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri echoed concerns about subsidence, identifying it as a serious threat to Iran’s heritage, with rates five times the global average. Experts attribute subsidence primarily to excessive groundwater extraction and emphasize the urgent need for effective mitigation measures.
The sixth season of excavations at Qal-e Kord cave in Iran’s Qazvin province has begun, focusing on the region’s rich prehistoric heritage. Authorized by the Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, the project is co-led by archaeologists Hamed Vahdatinasab and Milad Hashemi Sarvandi from Tarbiat Modares University. The cave, one of Iran’s oldest archaeological sites, has evidence of human presence dating back over 400,000 years, including Neanderthals. The team aims to establish a timeline of habitation, study animal remains, and explore deeper layers for older deposits. Findings will enhance understanding of early human life and interactions with their environment.
Iran and Belarus have agreed to launch direct flights to enhance tourism and strengthen diplomatic ties. Announced during President Masoud Pezeshkian’s visit to Minsk, the agreement includes plans for three direct flights and efforts to establish visa-free travel for Iranian nationals. Iran’s Cultural Heritage Minister, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, highlighted visa issues as a significant barrier to tourism, which was addressed in discussions between the presidents. Both nations expressed a commitment to deepen relations and improve trade, with this initiative seen as a catalyst for increased tourism and cultural exchange, benefiting both countries.
The Book of Routes and Realms (Kitāb al-Masālik wa al-Mamālik), authored by Ibrāhīm al-Iṣṭakhrī in the 10th century, is a pivotal geographical text detailing the Islamic world, divided into twenty regions. Iṣṭakhrī, a notable geographer from Istakhr, significantly influenced Islamic geography. The manuscript, housed at the National Museum of Iran, is among the oldest from the Seljuk period and features a Persian translation. It includes artistic elements like gilded headpieces and colored maps, and is recognized by UNESCO for its cultural importance. The work provides insights into distances, products, and historical monuments, especially focusing on Persia.
The mausoleum of Persian poet Ferdowsi, located in Toos, Iran, is a cultural landmark celebrating his legacy and the Persian language. After the Arab invasion, Ferdowsi dedicated thirty years to reviving Persian through his epic poem, the Shahnameh. This monumental work intertwines history and myth, showcasing Ferdowsi’s literary skill. The mausoleum, designed by architect Houshang Seyhoun, features elegant Achaemenid-style architecture and intricate calligraphy from the Shahnameh. Surrounded by a serene garden, it includes the Toos Museum, which displays artifacts and manuscripts related to Persian culture. Visiting the site offers a rich experience of Iran’s literary heritage.
Bali, an island renowned for its unique blend of serenity and adventure, showcases a captivating tapestry of nature and culture. On the second day of our media tour, we experienced four distinct activities that truly embody the essence of Bali: exhilarating rafting, the spiritual tranquility of an ancient temple, the thrill of soaring over lush…