Rock Petroglyphs of Teimareh

In the age of information explosion, when humanity strives to preserve its history and messages for future generations, it utilizes extraordinary tools. Since ancient times, humans have engraved primitive patterns on cave walls and rocks using simple tools. Both endeavors share a unified mindset: the aspiration for permanence and endurance in cultural spaces, narrating endless ideas and ideals.

An extensive collection of prehistoric rock petroglyphs spans the borders of three provinces in Iran: Markazi (Khomein), Lorestan (Aligudarz), and Isfahan (Golpayegan). According to historians, these unique petroglyphs date back over thirty thousand years and were identified in recent years by Dr. Farhadi. He notes, "To date, the diversity of tools in the newly discovered Teimareh petroglyph collection surpasses what found in other regions of Iran and some global sites. Perhaps this is due to these petroglyphs being the result of millennia-long efforts by hunting painter artists." 

These tools include archery, bow, stone fist or boxing glove, mace, spear, and sword.

It is noteworthy that these petroglyphs stretch over a length of 150 kilometers in this region.