The Problem of a Site Museum for Pasargadae World Heritage Site (Iran)*

Pasargadae, the ancient capital of Cyrus the Great and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004, presents unique challenges for heritage management due to its contested cultural landscape. This study proposes a conceptual framework for establishing a site museum that navigates ideological tensions such as nationalism and state Islamism while acknowledging local nomadic and sedentary lifestyles. By focusing on the notion of 'place,' the research offers a methodological approach to interpret Pasargadae's significance, balancing its role as a symbol of Persian identity, pilgrimage site, and political dissent. This framework could serve as a model for similar heritage sites facing complex politico-cultural dynamics.

Mozaffari, A. (2012). The Problem of a Site Museum for Pasargadae World Heritage Site (Iran)*. The International Journal of the Inclusive Museum, 4(1), 41–56. https://doi.org/10.18848/1835-2014/cgp/v04i01/44361