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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.
Persepolis, Iran - 30 Sep 2012: Persepolis ruins of the ancient Empire in Iran
Ramesseum, Theban Necropolis, Luxor, Egypt - July 22, 2022:  The Ramesseum is the memorial temple (or mortuary temple) of Pharaoh Ramesses II. It is located in the Theban Necropolis in Upper Egypt, on the west of the River Nile, across from the modern city of Luxor. The name – or at least its French form Rhamesséion – was coined by Jean-François Champollion, who visited the ruins of the site in 1829 and first identified the hieroglyphs making up Ramesses's names and titles on the walls.
Selcuk, Turkey – November 05, 2022: The tourists at the entrance of St. John Basilica in Turkey.
Anitkabir Mausoleum of Ataturk
Knossos, Crete, Greece - October 2, 2023: A picture of the Central Court at the Knossos Palace.
View of ancient Erechtheion temple on Acropolis hill in Athens against clear blue sky
Bosra old basalt city on the desert, Syria
Built in 1950 in the place where the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary took place in Nazareth
Main Entrance Gate of Gommateshwara Temple, Shravanbelagola, Karnataka, India
Sardis ancient city, Manisa. Turkey
Africa, Egypt, Cairo. Giza plateau. The Tomb of Seshem Nefer, Mastaba of Seshemnefer IV, in Giza.
Temple of Hercules on the Amman Citadel in Jordan
Qasr Azraq Blue Fortress Desert Castle Exterior Wall in Jordan
Pompeii, Italy - August 6, 2017: tourists in the ruins of pompeii
Temple of Isis from Philae, Agilkia Island in Lake Nasser, UNESCO World Heritage Site
coliseum roman empire at pamukkale
Upper Residences ruins at Medina Azahara (Madinat al-Zahra) - Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain
Behold the breathtaking vista of Athens, Greece, where the majestic Acropolis stands proudly atop a rocky outcrop, commanding the skyline. As the golden rays of the summer sun illuminate the ancient city, visitors are captivated by the timeless beauty and historical significance of this UNESCO World Heritage site. The Acropolis, with its iconic monuments such as the Parthenon and Erechtheion, serves as a beacon of civilization, symbolizing the birthplace of democracy and the pinnacle of ancient Greek culture. Against the backdrop of azure skies, this panoramic view captures the essence of Athens, a city where history and modernity harmoniously converge.
Jerusalem, Israel-01/07, 2011: Israel Museum. Large scale model of Jerusalem and it\\'s Temple on the eve of it\\'s destruction in the hands of the Roman general Titus, year 70 C.E.
Ancient Knossos ruins in Crete, Greece
Valley of the Temples. Historical evidence of the Greek presence on the island of Sicily. UNESCO heritage in Italy.
Temple of Athena Nike Propylaea Ancient Entrance Gateway Ruins Acropolis Athens - Greece
Ancient Jerash. Ruins of the Greco-Roman city of Gera at Jordan
Main entrance to the Giza Pyramid
Roman road of Umm Qais Gadara in northern Jordan. It is located in the north-west of the country
The ruins and columns of the Apandana in the ancient city of Persepolis, Iran.
Madrid, Spain - July 12, 2022: Ancient Egyptian temple and museum moved from Aswan and rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
Lindos Acropolis and the ruins of the temple of the goddess Athena Lindia
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