Tehran – Iranian authorities have published official national registration documents for 12 sites and elements of Quezestan on the 43rd anniversary of the liberation of Khloramshaal, in connection with the eight-year war with Iraq known as sacred defense (1980–1988).
The unveiling ceremony was held in Tehran’s sacred defense gardens, with the Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts serving as Reza Salehi Amiri and several government and military officials, including Deputy Minister Ali Darabi and Deputy Minister Brigadier Berman Kalgar.
The 12 registered sites include military, medical and civilian facilities that played a pivotal role during the war imposed by Iraq.
Speaking at the event, Alileza Izadi, director of the ministry’s registry, highlighted his broader vision of including wartime heritage in national registration.
“National registration is not limited to ancient artefacts and architecture. The spiritual and physical heritage of sacred defense is essential to our cultural identity,” he said.
He added that 119 war-related sites (elements and objects) have been registered so far, with an additional 47 being reviewed in the current cycle.
Earlier this month, Kargar announced plans to open eight new museums by 1407 (March 2028) dedicated to sacred defense.
He emphasized that the sacred Defense Museum is essential to preserve authentic documents from the war era, combating historical distortions, and strengthening national identity.
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