History and Archaeology
The latest news and views about history and archaeology
Facial reconstruction of 7,000-year-old skeleton
The computer-aided facial reconstruction has resulted in the creation of a chin, cheekbones, lips, a nose, eyes and ears.
We are open to reason; so we don’t need to be worried: Rafsanjani
The top councilor criticized those who view interaction with the rest of the world as humiliating, urging them to stop shouting slogans that interfere with the country's progress.
A look at the performance of the Iranian nation throughout history
The result of 14 long years of efforts by a large number of researchers comes out in the form of The Comprehensive History of Iran.
History Show Focusing on Seljuq Dynasty in Isfahan
Snapshots of a theater festival aimed at educating people in Isfahan on the Seljuq Dynasty through theatrical performances.
Iran in Photos: Isfahan History Show
Troupes reenact the memories of the historical city of Isfahan in central Iran.
A 4,200-year-old Zoroastrian grave found in northeastern Iran
The recent finds have revealed that Persian tribes took up residence in Bojnourd at least 4,200 years ago.
Imprinted leather, one of the latest findings in the Burnt City
If future excavations confirm the assumptions of archeologists, the theory about the shrinking and final annihilation of the Burnt City should be fully revised.
Residence in Tehran dates back to 7,000 years ago
After tests, the 7,000-year-old human skeleton is to be transferred to the National Museum of Iran to be put on display.
Unique marble jar found in Iran’s Shahr-e Sukhteh
The marble jar was excavated from the grave of a young woman and her child in the Burnt City cemetery.
International researchers begin to document evidence about the emergence of modern humans in Iran
The key objective of the 5-year archeological project in Kaldar Cave is to develop an understanding of the global position of this region in Paleolithic studies.
Backgammon dug out from 15-century-old dates storage depot
Tal Ghale Seyfabad in the southern city of Kazerun was a trade and economic center in the Sassanid era.
Iran Architecture in Photos: Ancient Forg Castle
Forg Castle is located in a namesake village in eastern province of Southern Khorasan. It is one of Iran's attractions that date back to the Afshar era.
With injection of credit, Persepolis will have a board of trustees: Vice-president
The Iranian government hopes infusion of more funds to Persepolis will help create a board of trustees for the historical site.
Excavations uncover ancient gate in Persepolis
Archeologists have discovered an ancient gate in Persepolis in Tale-Ajori.
Iran plans to offer Alamut Fortress to UNESCO
Iran is planning to apply for UNESCO World Heritage Site status for the Alamut Castle.
UNESCO to put Shush on World Heritage List
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has plans to place Shush, an ancient Iranian city, on the 2015 World Heritage List.
UNESCO’s official visits Kashan historical sites
The President of UNESCO's General Conference, who is in Iran to attend a ceremony to commemorate registration of the Burnt City in the UNESCO's World Heritage List, has visited the historical sites in Kashan.
Humans took up residence in what is Iran today some 230,000 years ago
Darband Caves in Gilan Province with archeological finds as old as the Paleolithic Era can unravel the mystery surrounding early cave dwellers in Iran.
Burnt City, Iran’s 17th Entry on World Heritage List
Shahr-e Sukhteh- the Iranian Burnt City- finally makes it to the World Heritage List of UNESCO.