TEHRAN – Sistan Bahsestan authorities have announced the allocation of dedicated funds to equip private museums in southeastern Iran.
According to Mojtaba Sa’adatian, Deputy Regional Tourism Director, the initiative aims to improve the quality of museum services, promote private sector involvement in museum development, and enrich the state’s cultural and artistic landscape.
Currently, Sistan-Baluchestan has nine public museums and three officially registered private museums, and two private collections. These institutions primarily present the ethnographic heritage of the region and highlight the diverse cultural identities of various communities.
“This is the first time equipment funding has been specifically allocated to privately operate museums across the state,” says Sa’adatian. “It reflects our commitment to supporting both public and private museum initiatives.”
He added that the state department is ready to support individuals interested in establishing private or specialized museums, highlighting the state’s unique potential to host museums focusing on a wide range of subjects.
“We hope that in the near future, the number of private museums will increase and contribute to the wider cultural and educational development of the region,” concluded Sa’adatian.
The population of Sistan in the north and Balkestan in the south accounts for one of Iran’s driest regions, with slight increases in rainfall from east to west and clearly increased humidity in the coastal region. In ancient times, the area was the intersection of Indus Valley and Babylonian civilization.
The vast state has several distinctive archaeological sites and natural charms, including two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Shahr-e-Soukhteh (Burnt City) and Lut Desert. Cebu Castle; Mud Fountains; Dalak Beach; Darren Negalan; Chabahar Beach; Mars Mountains are some of the province’s most notable historic and natural tourist attractions.
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