An exhibition of over 100 ancient artifacts from Armenia named Iran & Armenia: Memory of the Land, opened October 17 at the National Museum in Tehran. Relics on display date back to prehistoric times, from the 4th millennium BC to the first century BC.
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Mounesan told the ceremony that the three-month show is yet another indication of the deep-rooted and ancient connection between communities. “Emphasis on this connection can and must promote peace and friendship between nations,” he said.
Based on the archaeological findings that date back 5,000 years, Iran and Armenia have enjoyed close cultural ties for a long time, Mounesan said, noting that the era between Bronze and Iron ages (3400-1300 BC) was among the periods when the two countries had particularly close interaction.
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Also attending the ceremony was Armenia’s Minister of Culture Armen Amirian. He said the exhibit is the product of a memorandum signed between his ministry and Iran’s ICHHTO.
“Just as this exhibition became a reality, I’m certain that the other items agreed in the memorandum will also be realized soon,” Amirian said.
On Tuesday Amirian conferred with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Salehi. The two men discussed prospects to further expand art and cultural relations. Salehi stressed two-way collaboration in cinema, music and theater and Amirian proposed holding joint cinematic productions and symphonic operas.
Iran & Armenia: Memory of the Land will run through January 17. The National Museum is located at the intersection of Imam Khomeini and 30-Tir streets.
Source: Financial Tribune [October 17, 2017]