September 2026
Destruction of Persepolis in the Name of Development
The annexation of part of the protection zone of Persepolis to Marvdasht has alarmed archaeologists and heritage advocates in Iran. They are urging the government…
Director of Rural Cooperatives in Fars: Processing Industries in Marvdasht to Develop for Completing the Value Chain of Products
The Director of Rural Cooperatives in Fars announced plans to develop processing industries in Marvdasht to enhance the value chain of agricultural products. This initiative…
Newly Discovered Sasanian Rock Engravings Found in Southern Iran
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…
Director General of Cultural Heritage in Fars: The Inclusion of the Persepolis Buffer Zone into Marvdasht Needs Reevaluation
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…
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…