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National Day of Isfahan Commemorated with Various Events
The city of Isfahan in central Iran is hosting dozens of cultural events this weekend which mark a national day in the Persian calendar dedicated to the popular tourist destination.
First Joint Habitat of Neanderthals, Homo Sapiens Found in Iran
Archaeological excavations in a site in Western Iran show the area had been jointly used by the Neanderthals (primary humans) and Homo sapiens (wise humans), and they probably have married together.
Ancient Coins Seized from Smugglers in Southern Iran
43 historical coins belonging to Elymais era have been seized from smugglers in Iran’s southern Khuzestan province.
First Neanderthal Human Tooth Discovered in Iran
A tooth belonging to a Neanderthal child has been discovered in the mountains of Kermanshah province, western Iran.
Iran’s National Museum Hosts ICOFOM Symposium
Iran’s National Museum recently hosted a five-day symposium of the International Committee for Museology also known as ICOFOM in Tehran.
Kordolia: A Unique Ancient Underground City in Heart of Iran
The Kordolia underground city, located in the town of Tiran in Isfahan province, central Iran, is one of the world’s most unique subterranean cities.
Historical Tombstones of Poles Removed to Be Smuggled out of Iran
Certain individuals have possibly been trying to smuggle out of Iran old tombstones of Poles at an historical cemetery in the capital, Tehran.
1,200-Year-Old Relics Discovered in Iran’s Ilam Province
Dozens of historical objects dating back to 1,200 years ago have been discovered in the village of Sarab-e Kalan in Ilam province, western Iran, during archaeological excavations, officials say.
In Pictures: Modern Tehran vs Old Tehran
222 years ago, Tehran was selected by Agha Mohammad Khan Qajar as the centre of the Iranian government. But the city was officially named as the capital city later on October 6, 1907, after the Constitutional revolution.
Dutch Antiques on Show in Iran National Museum
A collection of Dutch antiquities and artworks are on show at the Muslim Era section of the National Museum of Iran in Tehran.
