Bad Afshan Rudan Inscriptions

Beautiful images of hope and kindness

Badafshan Inscriptions

In an area of the same name, 25 kilometers north of Rudan, on solid stones, there are words in cuneiform script and unique paintings dating back to the Elamite and Assyrian periods.

The history of the ancient civilization of this land dates back to the Elamite and Assyrian eras, and many of the Badafshan inscriptions have been lost over time due to various reasons including natural disasters, late discovery, lack of knowledge in this field, unawareness of historical value, and neglect by officials and people. However, what remains are images of "mountain goat" symbolizing abundant hunting and people's perspective on it, "dog" as a symbol of loyalty to humans, and "agriculture" as a sign of life and hope. Viewing these valuable treasures is interesting and tells many untold stories of this region.