“Iran on the UNESCO World Heritage List: A Story Through Photographs”

On October 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., the Museum of History of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University will host the opening ceremony of the photo exhibition “Iran on the UNESCO World Heritage List: A Story Through Photographs,” organized in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Almaty.

Iran is a country with an ancient history and a rich cultural heritage, preserving unique monuments from different historical periods. The exhibition will present documentary photographs of 29 Iranian cultural heritage sites included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore remarkable archaeological sites, historic cities, and architectural complexes, including Persepolis, the ancient city of Shahr-e Sukhteh, the historic city of Yazd, Isfahan, as well as Persian gardens, mosques, caravanserais, and traditional water management systems. Special attention will also be given to Iran’s historical heritage and cultural landscapes.

The exhibition aims to introduce a wider audience to Iran’s historical and cultural wealth, highlight its significance for world civilization, and present the country’s cultural heritage as an integral part of the common heritage of humanity.

The opening ceremony will be attended by representatives of the Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Almaty, the leadership of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, and faculty members and students of the Faculty of History, led by the Dean.

Date: Friday, October 16, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Venue: Museum of History of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Main University Building.

Exhibition dates: October 16–30, 2026.

We warmly invite everyone to visit the exhibition and discover Iran’s remarkable historical and cultural heritage!