Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Persepolis

Persépolis

Cultural
Country
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Inscribed
1979
Region
Asia and the Pacific
Area
12 ha
Coordinates
29.9344°, 52.8903°
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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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