Photo: A waterfall in Yosemite National Park. Source: Deposit Photos 10. Iran (Islamic Republic of) Total number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: 28 Natural: 2, Cultural: 26 Meidan Emam, Esfahan (cultural) Persepolis (cultural) Tchogha Zanbil (cultural) Takht-e Soleyman (cultural) Bam and ...
Iran’s Hegmataneh, also known as Ecbatana, has been officially recognized as the country’s 28th UNESCO World Heritage site. The decision was made during the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, currently held in New Delhi. The listing was approved after modifications suggested ...
Germany (54), Spain (50), France (53) and the UK (35). In total, there are 15 countries with over 20 UNESCO sites so if, like us, you are on a mission to visit every UNESCO in the world these countries are a good place to start!
Iran’s newest UNESCO site is where the Median Dynasty was founded. (Image: HHCH Base Archive/Einollah Khazaei) Once the summer capital of the Medes, Hegmataneh’s ruins reveal layers of Iran’s ancient history through its urban layout and archaeological finds. 6. Nelson Mandela Legacy Sit...
There are hundreds of such sites with historical significance in Iran, more than 20 with Unesco World Heritage status. Here is a selection of some of the most important." Iraq’s ancient buildings are being destroyed by climate change - "Iraq is known as the cradle of civilisation. It was...
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UNESCO List includs tangible and intangible cultural heritage in Iran. You can read more about these two categories and find the useful links.
However, this event raises an important point: Iran, with its vast potential, can host cultural and artistic events in its historical sites across various cities while adhering to the principle of preserving historical monuments. The concert by Alireza Ghorbani at the World Heritage Site of Persepol...
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