Iran has a three millennia-long sporting tradition that dates back three millennia, and sports provide national, regional, and cultural groups a way to demonstrate their strength. Strength sports like wrestling and archery often derive their roots from military tradition.
This photograph captures not only a historic moment in horse racing but also perfectly captures the unbreakable bond between rider and horse. This portrait represents not only their tremendous power but also the undeniable beauty of this sport.
Channels Covered
BBC Persian TV, launched on 14 January 2009, targets Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan with satellite and online coverage. At the 2009 Global Media Excellence Awards, it won “Clearest Coverage of a Single News Event – Television.” For its coverage of riots following disputed Iranian presidential elections, it received the “Clearest Coverage of a Single News Event – Television” prize for its range.
This channel broadcasts from studio 54D of BBC Broadcasting House in London and is hosted by Majid Afshar and Parizad Nobakht, who are its primary anchors.
Advertise on this network not only to reach a highly targeted audience but also as one of the best means of marketing products and services in the Persian community.
