Ark of the Covenant Found in Hamadan’s Cave
Unearthed: Ancient Secret Revealed – Ark of the Covenant Resurfaces in Hamadan’s Cave
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Ancient Religions
Ancient Religions
Yalda night
Discover the history and significance of Yalda night, one of the oldest Iranian festivals, celebrated on the longest night of the year.
Apollo statuettes of prophecy
The Apollo statuettes found during the excavations in Claros, the oldest center of prophecy in the world according to archaeological data, are on display for history enthusiasts for the first time at the Izmir Archaeological Museum. Excavations continue in the ancient prophecy center of Claros, which is dedicated to Apollo, a god associated with fire,
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Ancient bizarre objects found in Persian Gulf
An Iranian archaeologist has accidentally discovered a bizarre object while diving into the coral seabed of the Persian Gulf in southern Iran. Initial estimates suggest the sunken object may have a spiritual significance as it bears religious shapes and motifs. “Coincidentally, while diving on the shores of the Persian Gulf near Qeshm Island, I found
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Rolling babies in roses: an ancient ritual bringing blessings to families
One of the sweetest and most exhilarating rituals being practiced in the north-central province of Semnan is Gol Ghaltan (literally meaning rolling in flowers), which is believed to be a symbol of bringing blessings to the family of a newborn. The custom goes back to an old Iranian myth called ‘The Smiling Flower’, in which
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