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The silver statuette of a seated bull is an exceptionally beautiful ancient artifact from the Early Elamite period of Persia’s ancient civilization. This exquisite piece dates back to approximately 2900–3100 BCE (around 5,000 years ago). The head and limbs of this abstract creature are bovine, while its body is human. The silver seated bull statuette was discovered in southwestern Iran. It stands 16.3 centimeters tall.

The figure wears a distinctive garment featuring a remarkably elegant stepped (terraced) pattern, decorated in a striped design. This mythological being is depicted holding a jug with a pouring spout. Today, the silver seated bull statuette is preserved in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

This remarkable artifact, with its patterned attire and the vessel in its hand, represents a fascinating fusion of human and animal traits in the mythology of ancient Persia. Such hybrid depictions of animals in human roles were common in the Early Elamite period and likely symbolized some form of supernatural power bestowed by the gods upon rulers.

Furthermore, the use of silver in this well-known sculpture—crafted during the Bronze Age—reflects not only the admirable artistry of its creators but also the advanced capabilities of ancient Elamite civilization in the extraction and smelting of precious metals.

Persia is the cradle of an ancient civilization, and we Persians are the inheritors of this extraordinary heritage. It is our duty to know it, preserve it, and honor it.


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By admin , 21 July, 2026

Extensive damage to Iran's cultural heritage during two military attacks—particularly the 40-day war—has prompted 30 specialized scientific, cultural, and civil society organizations to issue a joint statement. Warning of the grave threat posed to the country's historical and cultural memory, they call upon the United Nations, UNESCO, and other international institutions to take immediate action to protect, document, and pursue legal accountability for the damage inflicted.

By admin , 12 July, 2026

In an era when modern humanity is more than ever caught in the acceleration of life, scattered thoughts, and social disorder, the question of the “path to salvation” has become one of our most recurring individual and collective concerns. Many search for solutions in external changes: in politics, economics, laws, administrative structures, and systems of power. Without doubt, these fields are important; yet there is a deeper truth that is often overlooked amid the noise of daily analysis: society is formed in human beings before it takes shape in institutions; and human beings, before becoming citizens, managers, or political actors, are first members of a family.

By admin , 2 July, 2026

Imagine being able to recall what you ate for breakfast on a random Tuesday ten years ago, what the weather was like, the clothes you wore, and even the conversations you had that day. For most people, memories gradually fade over time. But for a very small number of individuals, this remarkable level of recall is a daily reality. This rare phenomenon is known as Hyperthymesia, or Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory (HSAM).

By admin , 21 July, 2026


According to the public relations of the Ardakan Chadormalou Sports Club, in the final week of the National Women's Fencing League in foil, which was hosted by Tehran today, the Ardakan Florists were able to win against their opponents in 5 exciting games and win the gold medal of the tournament.

By admin , 21 July, 2026

Bumblebees Struggle in UK Heatwaves as Experts Urge Public to Help

London, UK — Britain's beloved bumblebees are facing increasing challenges as rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves put pressure on their survival. While their thick, furry bodies help them stay warm in the UK's typically cool climate, those same adaptations make it difficult for them to cope with extreme summer heat.

By admin , 20 July, 2026

Esmail Yaghmaei, one of Iran’s most distinguished archaeologists, passed away yesterday, 19 July 2026 (28 Tir 1405 in the Iranian calendar). A brief look at his scholarly and archaeological record is a tribute to his devoted efforts to understand Iran’s ancient past.

The number of archaeological excavations and surveys conducted by the late Esmail Yaghmaei is remarkably rich and admirable. Listing all of his endeavors would be difficult, but even a selection of them shows how deeply we are indebted to his tireless determination to uncover the heritage of our ancestors.

By admin , 19 July, 2026

The remark underscored one of war's less visible yet deeply damaging consequences: the erosion of hard-won gains that generations of social activists have achieved through years of dedication and sacrifice. History shows that whenever societies become consumed by political crises such as war, other aspects of public life gradually fade into the background. From this perspective, the launch of Women on Wheels on Saturday (July 18), at the beginning of a week that Donald Trump described as "the week of destroying Iran's bridges," served as an effort to preserve and commemorate centuries of women's civil struggle to reclaim their most basic rights.

By admin , 18 July, 2026

In the worldview of the ancient Iranian Aryans, the Moon held an exalted, majestic, and deeply revered place. It was closely associated with myths and symbols and was among the oldest natural phenomena to inspire human admiration. Although the modern world has moved far from mythological ways of thinking, the Moon—and other elements of nature—still occupy an important place in the depths of the human mind and spirit. International Moon Day (July 20) serves as a reminder not to forget the Moon's influence on life on Earth and to remember the immense effort and perseverance that enabled humanity to set foot upon it.

By admin , 17 July, 2026

The more we search through the forgotten writings of Iranian history, the more we realize how little we know about our country's past. We also come to understand the hardships and suffering our ancestors endured at the hands of rulers in their efforts to preserve their language, script, culture, and national identity.

By admin , 16 July, 2026


Zoroastrians of Mazraeh Kalantar, Meybod, Mark the End of the Panji Ritual with the Ancient Tash-e Boom Ceremony