Tehran: The Khorramabad Valley, recognized as one of Iran’s most significant prehistoric regions, has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, marking a milestone in the preservation of humanity’s earliest civilizations.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the inscription of prehistoric sites in the Khorramabad Valley was confirmed during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee. Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, described this achievement as a milestone in Iran’s cultural diplomacy and a reflection of the country’s immense civilizational legacy.

Salehi-Amiri framed this achievement as an intelligent and cultural response to the Iranophobia project. He emphasized that while the Israeli regime is targeting the security and life of the peoples of the region with military attacks and psychological warfare, the Iranian nation has chosen to project its cultural voice to the world instead of resorting to violence.

The inscription of the Khorramabad Valley under such challenging circumstances conveys a clear message: In Iran, even in the toughest days, history, art, and cultural heritage remain priorities because the nation is rooted in culture, not violence.

Meanwhile, in a meeting with Reza Sepahvand, the Representative of the people of Lorestan in Iran’s Parliament, Ata Hassanpour, Director General of Lorestan Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism, announced that most barriers to investment in the sector have been resolved in recent years. He expressed optimism that Lorestan tourism is now safe and suitable for both domestic and foreign investors.