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Iran’s Lorestan province is renowned for its ancient handicrafts, with archaeological findings revealing its significance as a cradle of early craftsmanship. Artifacts such as a 40,000-year-old deer fang pendant from Yafteh Cave showcase the region’s rich cultural history. Lorestan is also famous for its bronze works, reflecting advanced metalworking skills from the early first millennium BC. The recent UNESCO World Heritage designation of the Khorramabad Valley highlights human occupation spanning 63,000 years. As interest in Lorestan’s heritage grows, ongoing research promises to uncover more about its pivotal role in the evolution of handicrafts and ancient civilizations.
On Thursday, Satiari village in Kermanshah celebrated its third pomegranate harvest thanksgiving, attracting thousands of tourists and showcasing the region’s cultural heritage. Dariush Farmani, head of Kermanshah’s Cultural Heritage Department, highlighted the festival’s role in promoting event-based tourism and preserving intangible heritage. The event led to a 100% occupancy rate in local accommodations, fostering economic growth and job creation. Farmani noted that Uraman’s UNESCO World Heritage status has further boosted tourism infrastructure. He emphasized the importance of ongoing events to attract investment and enhance the region’s tourism potential, expressing gratitude to participants for their warm hospitality.
The Cheshmeh Ali ware tradition, prominent during the Transitional Chalcolithic period (5200-4800 BC), highlights exceptional pottery craftsmanship. A notable vessel from this era features a rich orange-red hue, burnished for sheen, with deep black pigment decorations. Its design incorporates precise hatched lines and rare narrative motifs, showcasing a procession of birds, along with goats, ibex, and gazelles. This handmade piece diverges from typical geometric patterns, emphasizing the cultural significance of local fauna. Excavated at Ismailabad by archaeologist Ali Hakemi, Cheshmeh Ali ware continues to intrigue researchers, reflecting the intricate connections between art, daily life, and historical narratives.
Kerman and Yazd are set to become major tourism hubs in Asia, according to Mostafa Fatemi, director-general of the Domestic Tourism Development Office. At a recent meeting, he emphasized the need to strengthen tourism ties between these historic cities, akin to Samarkand and Bukhara. Initiatives include promoting the Yazd-Kerman link through historical routes and revitalizing tourism post-COVID-19. The upcoming National Ecotourism Festival in Kerman on May 21 will showcase 700 ecotourism sites, enhancing cultural exchange. With its rich heritage, Kerman offers historical sites, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant traditions, making it a compelling destination for tourists.
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Recent archaeological discoveries in Eivan city, Ilam province, highlight early human habitation in the Zagros area. Habibollah Mahmoudian from Islamic Azad University noted the importance of caves like Khofash, Barreh Zard, and Baskeleh-ye Garmeh, which contain artifacts dating back to the Chalcolithic era. Key sites include Baskeleh-ye Garmeh I, known for preserved stone walls and pottery, and Baskeleh-ye Garmeh IV, which yielded handmade pottery and an obsidian blade. Despite challenges in accessing these sites and a lack of documentation, these findings enhance understanding of early human settlements in the region, which was part of the ancient Elamite civilization.