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Recently, rock engravings from the Sasanian period depicting a mountain goat and horses were discovered in the Marvdasht Plain of southern Iran. This find highlights…
Annual Production of Over 3,200 Tons of Edible Mushrooms in Marvdasht
Marvdasht County has achieved an annual production of over 3,200 tons of edible mushrooms, highlighting the potential for increased agricultural productivity and job creation through…
Warning About the Damage of Land Use Change to the Cultural Foundations of Marvdasht Plain and Persepolis
The head of the Persepolis site has raised concerns about unauthorized land use changes threatening the cultural heritage of the Marvdasht Plain. The 'Hekak' plan…
Mining Operations Near Persepolis Halted to Protect UNESCO Heritage Site
Mining operations at a quarry near Persepolis have been stopped due to intervention from the World Heritage Site's office and a directive from the Marvdasht…
Smallest Sasanian Bird Motif Discovered in Southern Iran
Archaeologist Abolhasan Atabaki has discovered the smallest known bird motif from the Sasanian period in southern Iran, measuring 3 by 2 centimeters. This finding, located…
Milad Heidari Executed for Murder in Marvdasht Prison
Milad Heidari was executed in Marvdasht Prison after being sentenced to death for murder. This case highlights ongoing issues related to the death penalty in…
Sajad Rahimi: Victim of State Violence During Protests in Marvdasht
Sajad Rahimi, a vocational school teacher, was shot by security forces during protests in Marvdasht and died from his injuries after avoiding hospital treatment due…
Khoddad Shirvani Monfared, a protester from Marvdasht, killed by direct gunfire from government agents
Khoddad Shirvani Monfared, a young protester in Marvdasht, was killed by government security forces during protests on January 1. His death highlights ongoing tensions between…
Experts Criticize Concrete Pouring in Sasanian City of Bishapur
Experts are criticizing the Cultural Heritage Organization of Fars for pouring concrete over the ancient site of Bishapur, arguing it violates preservation principles. This controversial…
Complaint Against Marvdasht Municipality Due to Ongoing Mining Near Persepolis
The World Heritage Site of Persepolis has filed a complaint against the Marvdasht Municipality for continuing mining operations that violate cultural heritage laws. Despite previous…
AFC Opposes Persepolis' Use of Persepolis Design on Jerseys
The Asian Football Confederation has prohibited Persepolis FC from using a jersey featuring the design of Persepolis in the Asian Elite League. This decision comes…
A Parliament Representative Exposes: The 'Expediency Council' Completely Altered the Car Import Bill
A member of the Iranian Parliament revealed that the Expediency Council significantly altered a car import bill, prioritizing the interests of domestic automakers over public…
Death of Two German Tourists in Minibus Accident in Fars Province
A minibus accident in Fars Province, Iran, resulted in the deaths of two German tourists and injuries to 18 others. The accident was attributed to…
Fire in Pasargad Destroys 3,000 Hectares of Vegetation
A significant fire in Pasargad, Fars province, has destroyed at least 3,000 hectares of vegetation, including ancient trees. Local authorities have struggled to contain the…
A Man Hanged for Child Sexual Abuse in Southern Iran
A man named Mohammad Ali Firoozi was hanged in Marvdasht, southern Iran, after being convicted of child sexual abuse. He received multiple death sentences and…