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Iran's Khorramabad Valley Joins UNESCO Heritage List

7/13/2025

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On July 11, 2025, Iran's Khorramabad Valley proudly joined the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming the first Paleolithic site from the nation to gain global recognition. This achievement illuminates 60,000 years of human history across five archaeological sites, revealing the fascinating interactions between Homo sapiens and Neanderthals and solidifying Iran's significance in the tapestry of world heritage.

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On July 11, 2025, Iran's Khorramabad Valley proudly joined the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming the first Paleolithic site from the nation to gain global recognition. This achievement illuminates 60,000 years of human history across five archaeological sites, revealing the fascinating interactions between Homo sapiens and Neanderthals and solidifying Iran's significance in the tapestry of world heritage.