Global reflection of registration of Iranian caravanserais in foreign media
According to Arya Heritage, caravanserais are masterpieces of Iranian architecture that have always existed in the country’s history. These buildings were located in the mountain and desert routes and became a place for travelers to rest and stay. These masterpieces, surprisingly, have a deep history hidden in them, which is actually their added value.
Over the centuries, these caravanserais have been important as a symbol of solidarity and cultural interaction between Iranian places and people.
The originality and diversity of Iran’s habitats have made these architectural masterpieces more prominent and popular; From the Caspian coast to the pomegranate forests in the north and from the endless deserts in the south to the borders of Iran, these caravanserais represent the most valuable national jewels of Iran.
Due to the importance and inherent value of these caravanserais, the United Nations launched a global program for the registration of intangible cultural symbols. Therefore, as one of the prominent cultural elements of Iran, Iranian caravanserais were included in the UNESCO world registration list, which not only emphasizes the spiritual and historical depth of these buildings, but also emphasizes the special relationship between past and present generations. has existed, pays
The main purpose of registering Iranian caravanserais in UNESCO is to preserve and protect these historical masterpieces and inform the international community. This registration provides a complete description of the buildings, their age and value, the way they were built and the works of art inside them, as well as their cultural and historical importance, and it gives others, both their own countrymen and people of other countries, and especially foreign tourists, an opportunity to Get to know this special anthropology.
The UNESCO organization, which was established in 1945 and currently has more than 190 member countries as its members, pursues the goal of preserving and maintaining the different civilizations of the world and promoting education, science and culture throughout the world; This organization always tries to register and preserve important cultural and historical works in the world heritage list.
One of the great achievements of UNESCO is that it registers important and prominent greenhouses from all over the world in the World Heritage List. Caravanserai are examples of prominent cultural symbols that are selected based on specific criteria. Registering these factories as world heritage means recognizing the culture, history and national identity of these countries.
Iranian greenhouses are also among the works that have been registered as UNESCO World Heritage. Iran, as one of the civilized countries with a rich history of libraries, archives and historical monuments, has many examples of factories that have been registered in the world heritage list using UNESCO criteria.
Noshirvan (Isfahan), Gaz (Gaz village), Amin Abad (Shaherza), Maranjab (Aran and Bidgol), Nistank (Nain), Kohpayeh (Kohpayeh), Gebarabad (Qamsar), Mehyar (Shaherza) and Sheikh Ali Khan (Shahinshahr) caravanserais. ) of Isfahan are among the caravanserais registered in the world heritage list, which are known as outstanding examples of Iranian architectural art and are an important element in the tourism industry of this city.
Also, Sharaf Khorasan Caravanserai is one of the most famous caravanserais in Iran, which has been registered in the UNESCO world list and is considered one of the valuable historical works of our country. These greenhouses are actually a valuable example of Iranian architecture, urban context and culture.
The registration of important and prominent Iranian workshops in the UNESCO World Heritage List is an honor for Iran and a sign of the country’s cultural and historical value and glory. This registration is considered as an important measure for the preservation of world cultural works and plays an important role in preserving the country’s national identity and culture.
The registration of Iranian caravanserais in the UNESCO world list as world cultural heritage is a big and important event in the field of tourism and culture. This registration is very important not only for Iran but also for the world.
Caravanserai are buildings that were created in the past to accommodate travelers and commercial caravans. These buildings were mostly built in commercial axes and traffic routes, which were also located in important geographical points and crossings. Due to the strategic and commercial importance of these places in the past, caravanserais were built in all parts of Iran and even abroad; But with the passage of time, few of them remained.
The registration of Iranian caravanserais in the UNESCO world list is considered as one of the greatest achievements in the field of preservation and restoration of cultural heritage resources. This registration makes the value and history of these buildings better known and the development of tourism and culture in the areas related to caravanserais is strengthened.
In addition to increasing tourist attraction, the impact of this registration has many economic and social aspects. The more well-known and famous of caravanserais due to easier access to information and their use by travelers and tourists, increases the need to develop services related to tourism and create employment. Also, the preservation and restoration of these buildings will ensure their optimal and long-term use and ensure easier and safer access to the related areas. Therefore, in addition to preserving and promoting national culture and identity, this registration also helps in the sustainable development of areas related to caravanserais.
The registration of Iranian caravanserais in UNESCO, the educational, scientific and cultural organization of the United Nations, resulted in reflections in many world media, some of which are mentioned:
The Voice of America, which is a radio and television news network of the United States of America, wrote about the registration of Iranian caravanserais in the UNESCO list: “The decision to register 56 caravanserais, which is only a small percentage of the buildings built in Iran, was taken at the 45th meeting of the World Heritage Committee in Riyadh. The UNESCO website also stated that these caravanserais provided “shelter, food and water” for caravans, pilgrims and other travelers.
Iran has more than 200 caravanserais on historical trade routes that connect Asia and Europe through the Silk Road.
UNESCO says: “The registered caravanserais are considered the most influential and valuable examples of Iranian caravanserais, which show a wide range of architectural styles and adaptability to climatic conditions, which spread over thousands of kilometers and were built over many centuries.”
Among these caravanserais, we can mention Bahram Palace near Semnan, Deir Getchin near Qom and Sangi Anjireh near Yazd.
Iran also has 27 historical sites that are registered in the UNESCO list.
The Arab News news website also emphasized the importance of Iranian caravanserais, their unique architecture and Iranian culture in the 45th UNESCO meeting held in Riyadh, and reminded that this number of registered caravanserais is only a small part of the number of Iranian caravanserais. “.
Agence France-Presse, which is the French news agency and the oldest news agency in the world, and one of the three largest news agencies in the world, along with Associated Press and Reuters, also wrote after the recent registration of Iranian caravanserais in the UNESCO world list: “The caravanserais were often impressive, communication routes that were located along the roads. The United Nations has published a map on its website that shows and explains 54 caravanserais in northeastern, northern, and central Iran, which are the most impressive and luxurious examples of Iranian caravanserais, with a wide range of architectural styles. show compatibility with weather conditions and building materials”.
The Business Standard news website also emphasized the importance of the Iranian caravansaries and their location on busy commercial roads, emphasizing the UNESCO’s statements, and reminded, “Now the importance of these historical buildings is more than before due to their unique architecture and the role they played in the advancement of culture. It has been ascertained”.
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