Irreplaceable Iranian Cultural &/or Historical Treasures at Risk
Iran happens to be the home of some of the most gorgeous and/or ancient and historically important sites in the world.
If we contribute to the destruction or damage of any of these sites, we're no better than the conquistadores who not only murdered, raped, and pillaged their way through Incan, Mayan, Aztec and other indigenous peoples but also, willfully and stupidly, erased the scientific and cultural achievements of those civilizations.
Here's a map showing some of the important sites in Iran:
A few examples:
Persepolis was the ancient capital of the Persian Empire during the Achaemenid era. Founded by Darius I around 515BC, the city stood as a magnificent monument to the vast power of Persian kings until it was conquered by Alexander the Great.
Shah Mosque, Isfahan. Another view:
Arg-e Bam, the largest adobe structure in the world. More views:
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Seyed Roknuddin Dome surrounded by "windcatchers" – ancient cooling towers.
Kandovan Village in North-West Iran is an historic cave-settlement which was likely founded in the late 13th or early 14th centuries, though these dwellings may date back as far as the 7th century.
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
More views of Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque (there are lots of photos online of the exteriors and interiors of many of the other important sites in Iran, including those above):
Many more are listed at:
https://www.thediaryofanomad.com/most-beautiful-places-in-iran-itinerary/
https://iranstravel.com/top-tourist-attractions-in-iran/
https://theplanetd.com/iran-travel-historic-places/
https://orienttrips.com/mag/iran-architectural-wonders/