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The ruins of the acient city Persepolis at sunset, Iran. Persepolis (Old Persian: Pārśa; Modern Persian: Pārse) was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550–330 BC). The site is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran. The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BC. It exemplifies the Achaemenid style of architecture and is an UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Remains of Persian city of Persepolis in Iran.

Lined up Persian warrior statues in Tehran, Iran.

Ancient wall with bas-relief with two assyrian warriors with spears, Persepolis, Iran. UNESCO world heritage site

Persepolis' Hall of One Hundred Columns: This ancient Achaemenid bull, symbolizing power and protection, was part of the Persian Empire's grand ceremonial complex.

Persepolis (Takht-e-Jamshid) was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (550–330 BC). Today, the ruins of Persepolis are located about 60km northeast of shiraz in Fars Province, Iran. The ruins of Persepolis are a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.

Fragment of a wall relief depicting the head of a Persian king’s guardian, from Apadana Palace

Carved Relief at the Heritage Site Perselopli

Panoramic overview of ruins of the ancient city Persepolis, Iran. Persepolis (Old Persian: Pārśa; Modern Persian: Pārse) was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550–330 BC). The site is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran. The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BC. It exemplifies the Achaemenidic style of architecture and is an UNESCO World Heritage Site.SHOT FROM OUTSIDE THE VENUE, no protected/ticketed/forbidden area.

The Persepolis black and white, Shiraz, Iran

Symbol of the Achaemenid Empire, the remains of Persepolis, Takht-e Jamshid, can be visited near Shiraz, in the Fars Province, Iran. It was once the capital of the Persian Empire, one of the most powerful empire in history.

Twin Homa or Huma the Griffin bird figures used as decorative capital statuary of a column in Persepolis of Shiraz against blue sky with white fluffy clouds.

Persepolis, Iran: capital of the Achaemenid Empire - Tripylon or Council Hall - Faravahar, representation of Ahura Mazda, the supreme god of the Persians - Zoroastranism - UNESCO world heritage site - phot by M.Torres

Part of the Hall of a Hundred Columns at Persepolis in northeast Shiraz, Iran. Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire.

Horizontal banner with columns of Apadana Palace built by Darius the Great and face of assyrian protective deity lamassu - human-headed winged bull, Persepolis, Iran. UNESCO world heritage site

Detail of a relief of a stairs in Persepolis, Iran.

One of the great wonders of the ancient world, Persepolis embodies not just a grand architectural scheme but also a grand idea. It was conceived by Darius the Great who, in 520 BC, inherited the responsibility for ruling the world's first known empire founded by his predecessor, Cyrus the Great. Embracing tenets such as cultural tolerance and fair treatment of all subjects, Darius sought to reflect these concepts in the design of the magnificent palace complex at Persepolis, inviting architects from the furthest corner of the Persian Empire to contribute to its construction. The result is an eclectic set of structures, including monumental staircases, exquisite reliefs and imposing gateways, that testified to the expanse of Darius' domain.

horse head at Persepolis. in Shiraz, Iran

Griffin-like Huma bird column capital, the ancient Percepolis ruins, Iran

Fragment of the statue of a horse in ancient Persepolis against the background of the sun and the moon. Sights of Iran.

Drone point view of Persepolis, Shiraz, Iran

Stone sculpture of griffin and Ruins of Palace of 100 columns and tomb of Artaxerxes III, located on the slope of Rahmet Mount, Persepolis, Iran. UNESCO world heritage site

Ruins of ancient city of Persepolis

Slaves and soldiers carry gifts for Persian Emperor in Xerxes palace, stone bas-relief in ancient city Persepolis, Iran.

Detailed stone engravings depicting people and animals in motion. A glimpse into ancient artistry, showcasing intricate designs and storytelling, Persepolis, Iran.

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.

Huma (Homa), aka Griffin, was a legendary creature in Greek and Persian mythology. It was typically depicted as a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle.

Stone sculpture of a horse in Persepolis against a sunrise. Iran. Persia. Shiraz. Rays of lights.

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