Two Iranian museums among world’s best
The National Museum of the Islamic Revolution & Holy Defense in Tehran and Jondishapour Museum of Trade History in Shiraz have earned places on the prestigious list of the world’s top museums, as reported by Museum World Ranking.
In this international ranking, the former secured the 322nd spot, while the latter obtained the 335th position, IRNA wrote.
Topping the current ranking is the renowned Louvre Museum in France, which holds the prestigious first position among museums worldwide.
Museum World Ranking, an independent European research institution, evaluates and ranks various museums worldwide based on a comprehensive set of quantitative and qualitative criteria. These criteria encompass effectiveness, cultural management and organization, profitability, competitiveness, innovation, and information provided by the museums’ representatives to the institution, such as establishment year, budget, the number of visitors, staff count, welfare facilities, and more.
The rankings are meticulously curated by experts at Museum World Ranking, who carry out their own verification process. This involves examining museum websites, considering visitors’ feedback, and monitoring social media activity related to the museums. The list is thoroughly updated on an annual basis, reflecting the dynamic nature of the museum landscape.