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Writer's pictureVOLGHAN Hosseini

Kal Jangal petroglyphs

Kal Jangal petroglyphs: a journey to the heart of history in the heart of the desertThe petroglyphs of Kal Jangal are a collection of carvings on the rocks in a valley called Kal Jangal near the city of Khosf, in South Khorasan province. These petroglyphs date back to the Parthian and Sasanian periods and are known as one of the most important and oldest petroglyph collections in Iran.Variety of patterns:Humans: including hunters, warriors, riders and…Animal: including antelope, deer, camel, horse, etc.Plants: including trees, palms and…Religious: including roles related to ancient rituals and…Lines: including image lines, side lines and…Importance:Age: Some of these paintings are more than 2000 years old and provide valuable information about human life in that period.Location: These petroglyphs are located in a desert area and can provide information about the climate and environment in the past.Connection with other works: These paintings have similarities with other petroglyphs in Iran and the region, which indicate cultural connections in that period.

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