Who? Iran ICOMOS
What? The president, Dr Mahdi Hodjat began the event by delivering a welcome speech and an introductory statement on sports. Next, Negin Maleki, the secretary, recited the ICOMOS Statement on the 2016 theme, the heritage of sport. This was followed by two presentations. Mr Mohammadreza Riyazi, the first presenter, spoke about his book, The Precedence of Sports in Historic Art and Objects, and Dr Shahram Pazoki, the second presenter, gave a speech on “The Philosophy behind Sport.” The event was concluded by a reception.
When? Sunday, April 17, 2016
Where? Iran ICOMOS headquarters, the Qavamoldoleh House, a house from the Qajar era, located in the historic district of Tehran
