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Director General of Cultural Heritage in Fars: The Inclusion of the Persepolis Buffer Zone into Marvdasht Needs Reevaluation

1h ago September 17, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway

The Director General of Cultural Heritage in Fars has criticized the decision to include the Persepolis buffer zone into Marvdasht, warning it could cause future management issues. He advocates for restoring the village code of Mahdieh and promoting it as a tourism destination.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The criticism of the buffer zone's inclusion raises important questions about cultural preservation versus urban development in Iran.

👥 Key Players

Director General of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Fars MENTIONED
Government official overseeing cultural heritage
"Responsible for the preservation and management of cultural sites, including Persepolis, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site."

📰 What Happened

The Director General of Cultural Heritage in Fars criticized the decision to include the Persepolis buffer zone into Marvdasht, arguing that it could lead to management issues. He proposed restoring the village code of Mahdieh and promoting it as a tourism-focused area.

  • Persepolis is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a significant cultural landmark in Iran.
  • The buffer zone is intended to protect the site from urban development and environmental threats.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This issue highlights the tension between urban development and cultural preservation in Iran, reflecting broader societal values.
🌍 Regional: Cultural heritage management in Iran can influence regional tourism and cultural identity.
🌐 International: Preservation of sites like Persepolis is significant for international heritage conservation efforts and tourism.

📚 Background

Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire and remains a symbol of Iranian heritage. The management of its surrounding areas is crucial for protecting its integrity.

Cultural heritage preservation Urban development in Iran
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
As a government official, the Director General's views may reflect state priorities, but they also align with broader cultural preservation goals.

The Director General of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism in Fars criticized the inclusion of the second-degree buffer zone of Persepolis into Marvdasht, calling for a reevaluation of this decision. He stated that the removal of the Mahdieh village code and its incorporation into the urban structure could lead to future problems regarding construction and management of the Persepolis buffer zone. He suggested that the village code be restored and Mahdieh be transformed into a tourism-targeted village.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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