Unveiling the statue of Abu Ali Sina in Tehran

The statue of Sheikh al-Rais Abu Ali Sina, the renowned Iranian scientist and symbol of Iranian-Islamic culture and knowledge, was unveiled on Sunday on Perseverance Street near the Ibn Sina Metro Station. This artwork, gifted by the Urban Management of District 13 to the capital, showcases a memorial to Iran’s national pride and scientific heritage.

According to a report by the Boraq Hamim Art News Agency, the statue of Sheikh al-Rais Abu Ali Sina, celebrated Iranian polymath and emblem of Iranian-Islamic science and culture, was unveiled on Sunday on Perseverance Street adjacent to the Ibn Sina Metro Station. The sculpture, presented as a gift from District 13’s Urban Management to Tehran, highlights Iran’s national achievements and scientific legacy.

The unveiling ceremony, attended by municipal officials and citizens, celebrated Abu Ali Sina as one of the greatest scholars in Iranian and Islamic history. The event featured a marching band performance, creating an atmosphere of enthusiasm and pride.

Dr. Mohammad Reyis-Zadeh, Head of the Iranian Medical Council, praised District 13’s municipality and emphasized the importance of introducing scientific and cultural icons to younger generations. He noted Ibn Sina’s global stature in medicine and philosophy, stating, *“Ibn Sina is one of history’s greatest scholars. His *Canon of Medicine* served as a primary textbook in European medical schools for over 600 years.”*

Amir Mohammad Nouri, Mayor of District 13, expressed pride in the initiative, stating, *“This district has always honored its scientific luminaries and martyrs. We have prioritized commemorating them through projects like installing statues of national heroes and martyrs.”* He referenced statues of martyr Qasem Soleimani and Sacred Defense martyrs in the area, adding, *“We strive to keep their memories alive.”*

Nouri also highlighted urban development projects, including the recent renovation of the median strip on Perseverance Street and the planting of 17,000 saplings in Sar Kheh Forest Park, with plans to reach 25,000 by year-end.

The ceremony concluded with the mayor presenting commemorative plaques to Maram Nouri, the sculptor of the Ibn Sina statue, and Mafazari, head of District 13’s sculpture workshop, in recognition of their contributions to this cultural project.