Iran’s Qanat: Ancient Water Engineering Marvel

Qanats, underground aqueducts developed over 2,500 years ago, sustain agriculture in Iran’s arid regions. These systems channel groundwater to fields, showcasing Persian ingenuity. Several qanats are UNESCO World Heritage Sites (UNESCO, 2016). How do qanats impact modern Iran? Ask our AI!

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• UNESCO. (2016). The Persian Qanat. Retrieved from https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1506