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Ancient Greece, the cradle of Western civilization, was responsible for creating five of the seven wonders of the ancient ...

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Against erasure, against distortion, and against frameworks that do not fit, Jews are reclaiming the right to define ...

Designated as the "World City of Filigree" by the World Crafts Council, Zanjan is celebrated for its exquisite craftsmanship and long-standing tradition in the delicate art of filigree work.

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