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Lakh Mazar petroglyphs

Lakh Mazar petroglyphs: a treasure trove of rock art in the heart of the desertThe petroglyphs of Lakh Mazar are a collection of carvings on rocks near the village of Kuch, in South Khorasan province. These petroglyphs date back to different historical periods, from prehistory to the Islamic era, and are known as one of the most important and richest collections of petroglyphs in Iran.Variety of patterns:Humans: including hunters, warriors, farmers and…Animal: including antelope, deer, camel, horse, etc.Plants: including trees, palms and…Religious: including roles related to ancient rituals and…Lines: including pictorial lines, Pahlavi, Arabic and…Importance:Variety of motifs: The petroglyphs of Lakh Mazar are among the richest collections of petroglyphs in Iran due to the variety of motifs.Age: Some of these paintings are thousands of 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.

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