Tehran Hosts Holy Qur’an Competitions

The 29th International Holy Qur’an Competitions was held at Tehran’s Milad Tower International Convention Center.

Reciters of Holy Qur’an from over 65 Muslim and non-Muslim countries took part in the six-day event, according to IRNA.

Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyyed Mohammd Husseini, and several Iranian MPs and ambassadors attended the opening ceremony.

Representatives of 65 Muslim and non-Muslim countries participated in the 29th edition of the event. The jury of the contest included 14 members, 5 of whom were Iranian.