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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.

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

The Persepolis black and white, Shiraz, Iran

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

Remains of Persian city of Persepolis in Iran.

Ancient persian city of Persepolis in Iran.

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

Carved Relief at the Heritage Site Perselopli

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.

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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

Drone point view of Persepolis, Shiraz, Iran

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

Old marble quarry at Velebit mountain again clear blue sky, Croatia

Close-up photo of a lion head at the statue in the ancient city of Persepolis, Shiraz, Iran

Relief at the Ruins of Persepolis

Bas-relief in Persepolis ,the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty. Relief of Apadana place, destroyed by Alexander.

Relief on a wall of the ancient city Persepolis.

Stone sculpture of griffin and Gate of All Nations (Xerxes Gate) with stone statues of lamassu in ancient city Persepolis, Iran

The Persepolis black and white, Shiraz, Iran

The ruins of the Apadana and Tachara palaces, adorned with relief carvings behind the stairs, can be seen standing at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Persepolis in the city of Shiraz, Iran.

Persepolis ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550330 BCE). It is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran

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Persepolis, Iran - October 22, 2014: Unidentified girls play next to the historical tomb of persian king Artaxerxes III on October 22, 2014. UNESCO declared citadel of Persepolis a World Heritage Site in 1979

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Persian warriors, bas-relief from ancient Persepolis

The Persepolis black and white, Shiraz, Iran

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

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