Iran - archaeological site of Persepolis


The archeological site of Persepolis Iran Takht e Jamshid Founded by Darius I in 518 B C Persepolis was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire It was built on an immense half artificial half natural terrace where the king of kings created an impressive palace complex inspired by Mesopotamian models The importance and quality of the monumental ruins make it a unique archaeological site


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