The discovery took place in the passage of Kamal Zarin near Jamemosk, an ancient city once the capital of the Safavid Empire.
Leading by a research team at the University of Isfahan, excavations revealed traces of human activity over several historical periods. Ali Shohae Esfahani, an archaeologist and faculty member at the university, emphasized that the findings include remains from the Sassanian period (224-651 A.D.), confirming the long-standing role of the passage in the city’s development.
One of the most important discoveries is the well-preserved pottery ki, which is thought to have been active since the 13th century (7th century AH). This discovery is expected to enhance a historical understanding of Isfahan’s ceramic production.
The initial concerns about the potential destruction of the site by urban development projects were met with resistance from cultural heritage advocates. According to Shojaei-Esfahani, early skepticism from officials in some local governments led to the burial of the site under the new road. However, continued efforts from archaeologists and heritage organizations have paved the way for the establishment of an outdoor urban museum in Kamal Zarin.
The excavations also revealed evidence from pre-Fabid markets and artisan workshops. This suggests that Comer Zarin served as a lively commercial hub before the city peaked during the Safavid dynasty.
As excavation and conservation efforts continue, Kamal Zarin’s findings are expected to reconstruct an academic perspective on Isfahan’s ordinary history. With more geophysical studies planned over the coming weeks, archaeologists hope that additional layers of the city’s past will be unearthed, further enriching Iran’s already vast historical and cultural heritage.
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