Niavaran to put Iran’s 54 caravanserais registered in UNESCO on display
In an effort to showcase and emphasize the importance of Iran’s globally-registered caravanserais, an event titled, ‘54 Registered Caravanserais of Iran in UNESCO,’ will take place in Tehran’s Niavaran Cultural Center from January 11 to 13.
Maryam Delafkan, the executive director of the event, highlighted that it was September 17 that 54 caravanserais were inscribed on UNESCO’s world heritage list, adding that this achievement is among the significant events that contribute to the cultural heritage and identity of Islamic Iran, Tasnim news agency wrote.
Delafkan provided details about the event, mentioning that the opening ceremony on January 11 will feature officials from the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Chamber of Commerce, and various embassies.
The event will also mark the unveiling of the book, ‘Iran’s Registered Caravanserais in UNESCO,’ featuring photographs and paintings, providing insights into research activities, architectural contributions, and the Leader’s statements on the importance of cultural heritage.
Furthermore, Delafkan noted that a 45-minute documentary highlighting architectural luminaries such as Ali-Akbar Nasrabadi, Shahriar Cyrus, Master Dariush Zahedi and others will be introduced during the event. The documentary explores the significance of Iranian caravanserais and their architecture from the Sasanian era to the Safavid era.
Following the ceremonies, an exhibition showcasing artworks related to caravanserais, including photographs, paintings, and handicrafts used in these historical sites, will be open to the public January 12 and 13.
Delafkan added that Shahab Talaei Shokri, the CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Handicrafts Development Fund, will deliver a lecture on Jan. 12 on the importance of focusing on caravanserais and reviving Islamic civilization.
Moreover, a program featuring theatrical and artistic performances will illustrate the evolutionary journey of the Silk Road, incorporating Islamic architectural symbols such as water, arabesque and Islamic motifs, accompanied by music.