Holding the Twenty-Second "Yas Kabud" Memorial in Khafr, Fars

According to Mehr News Agency, Ali Asghar Taheri Bab Anari, referring to the annual holding of this event concurrent with the Fatimiyya days, said: Over its 22 editions, the "Yas Kabud" memorial has become one of the continuing cultural and religious programs of the region and has provided the ground for introducing the historical, cultural and tourism capacities of the village of Fath Abad and the county of Khafr.

Stating that cultural heritage is not limited to historical works and monuments, he added: Rituals, traditions, beliefs and religious occasions form an important part of the cultural identity of every region, and the continued holding of such events plays an effective role in safeguarding this heritage.

The head of the Cultural Heritage Department of Khafr county, referring to the concurrence of this memorial with the days of the martyrdom of Hazrat Fatimah Zahra (SA), stated: This event is an opportunity to introduce the cultural and spiritual dimensions of this occasion and to acquaint visitors with the religious traditions and authenticity of the people of the region.

Taheri Bab Anari continued: Holding cultural and religious programs can help increase public awareness of the county's tourism capacities and introduce the cultural assets of the villages.

Emphasizing the necessity of preserving and reviving indigenous rituals, he said: The continuity of deep-rooted cultural events, in addition to protecting intangible heritage, provides the ground for social participation and the transfer of authentic values to future generations.

The head of the Cultural Heritage Department of Khafr county expressed hope that with the continued holding of the "Yas Kabud" memorial, the ground will be provided for a wider introduction of the village of Fath Abad and the county of Khafr to those interested in cultural heritage and to tourists.