Iran has the most beautiful books: Greek Amb.

2018-05-09 18:23

Visiting the 31st Tehran International Book Fair, Greek ambassador to Iran Dimitri Alexandrakis said that in terms of illustration and print, Iran has the most beautiful books in the world. 

Referring to the 31st Tehran International Book Fair, Alexandrakis stated: “I’m so interested in the books displayed in the fair. The number of stands and countries which have participated in this event is notable.

Showing a copy of ‘Collected Poems’ by the legendary Iranian bard Hafez in his hand, Greek ambassador to Tehran said: “Iran presents the most gorgeous books; their covers, layouts, illustrations, binderies and prints are remarkable.”

Elsewhere in his remarks, he said: “I’m so glad that Greece has been able to attend the 31st Tehran International Book Fair and I hope that we will be able to participate at the event in the next years. We are so pleased about the services given to the stands including the Greek stand.”

Impressed by the massive presence of Iranian people at the book fair, Alexandrakis added: “Like Iran, Greece has an ancient history, sciences and philosophy and in the same trend, we are also enthusiastic about reading books.”