Fars Province Collection

Iran, Fars Province, Persepolis, Achaemenid archeological site, Propylon, Gate of all Nations
Achaemenid archaeological site, Propylon, Gate of All Nations, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fars Province, Iran, Middle East

Persepolis ancient columns at sunset, Iran
Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550 u2013330 BC). It is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran

Persepolis, ceremonial capital of Achaemenid Empire, Fars Province, Iran

Sphynx Bas Relief
Bas relief showing a sphynx decorating the north wall of the Apadana terrace Persepolis

Bas reliefs, Persepolis, Fars Province, Iran
Detailed bas relief found on the ruins of Persepolis near Shiraz Iran

Triumph of Shapur I over the Roman emperor Valerian (241-272), Sassanid relief, Naqsh-e Rostam, necropolis, Fars Province, Iran

Tomb of Cyrus the Great, 6th century BC, Pasargadae, Fars Province, Iran

Sassanid relief, Naqsh-e Rostam, necropolis, Fars Province, Iran

Relief on staircase, Apadana Palace, Persepolis, ceremonial capital of Achaemenid Empire, Fars Province, Iran

Ka ba-ye Zartosht, Cube of Zoroaster, Zoroasters Kaba, 6th century BC, Naqsh-e
Ka ba-ye Zartosht, Cube of Zoroaster, Zoroasteras Kaba, 6th century BC, Naqsh-e Rostam, necropolis, Fars Province, Iran

Stone relief from Khorshid palace, Pars Museum, Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran

Relief, Apadana Palace, Persepolis, ceremonial capital of Achaemenid Empire, Fars Province, Iran

Gate of All Nations, Gate of Xerxes, Persepolis, ceremonial capital of Achaemenid Empire, Fars Province, Iran

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Iran, Fars Province, East Of Shiraz View from hills down towards a salt lake in the valley below

Persian Heritage
Xerxes, the Persian King

Mysterious ancient stone horses gate of Persepolis - Iran
Ancient and mysterious big stone horses statues carved into large stone blocks, as an entrance gate to one of the 500 BC palaces of the Persepolis or Takhte Jamshid complex

Persepolis ancient ruins in Iran - Simorgh mythical bird stone carving
Ancient and mysterious ruins and stone carved column decorated with a twin Simorgh bird, the mythical Iranian equivalent of phoenix or griffin featured in the Persian literature of antiquity

Persepolis, Gate of Xerxes or All Nations gate
Gate of Xerxes I or All Nations gate, with colossal lamassus (human-headed bulls), Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C)

Apadana palace, Persepolis, Iran
Tribute bearers, bas-relief in Apadana palace, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran, Achaemenid civilization, 6th-5th century BC

Prsian Heritage
craving on stone at Persepolis

Bas reliefs, Persepolis, Fars Province, Iran Detail of the exquisite basreliefs - Persepolis - Iran

Bas-relief with Persian guard, East staircase, Apadana, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran, Achaemenid civilization, 6th-5th century BC

Bas-relief of two Persians guard, Persepolis
Iran, Persepolis, Bas-relief of two Persians guard. Apadana Palace, Persepolis, (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation

Bas-relief with Persian guard, Persepolis, Iran
Bas-relief with Persian guard, Persepolis in Apadana palace, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran, Achaemenid civilization, 6th-5th century BC

Bas-relief depicting Median dignitaries
IRAN, Fars, Bas-relief depicting Mede noblemans, East staircase, Apadana, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation, 6th-5th century BC

Bas-relief in Persepolis, Iran
Tribute bearers, bas-relief in Apadana palace, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran, Achaemenid civilization, 6th-5th century BC

Eagle-head, Persepolis, Fars Province, Iran
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

Naqsh-e Rustam, Fars Province, Iran
View of a tomb, in Naqsh-e Rostam.Fars, Iran

Persepolis which means city of Persians, was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire 550-330 BC

Gate to Iran - Ancient Persepolis ruins
The massive main entrance gateway to the 500 BC Persepolis or Takhte Jamshid complex - known as The Gate of All Nations -, the capital city of the Achaemenid dynasty Zoroastrian empire

Ancient entrance gate into old Iranian capital of Persepolis
Stone relief on entrance gates to ancient capital of Iran. The ruins of 500 BC palaces of the Achaemenid dynasty, in what was the capital of the Achaemenid empire in Takht-e Jamshid

2, 500 years old ruins of Persepolis in Iran
The ruins of 500 BC palaces of the Achaemenid dynasty, in what was the capital of the Achaemenid empire in Takht-e Jamshid (also known as Persepolis)

Scattered ruins of ancient Persepolis palace - Iran
The ruins of 500 BC palaces of the Achaemenid dynasty, in what was the capital of the Achaemenid empire in Takht-e Jamshid (also known as Persepolis)

Bas-relief of a decorated scabbard, Persepolis
IRAN, Persepolis, Bas relief of a decorated scabbard, Apadana, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation

Columns
View of Persepolis

Bas-relief of lion devouring bull, Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty

Bas-relief with Persian guard, Persepolis
Bas-relief of a Persian guard, Apadana, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran, Achaemenid civilization, 6th-5th century BC

Tribute bearers, bas-relief in Apadana palace, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran, Achaemenid civilization, 6th-5th century BC

Cuneiform script in persepolis, Iran
Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty

Persepolis, fars province
Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty

Persepolis, Fars Province, Iran
Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty

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"Fars Province: A Glimpse into Ancient Persia's Majestic Past" Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, stands proudly in Fars Province, Iran. As the sun sets over this historical site, its ancient columns create a mesmerizing silhouette against the colorful sky. Walking through Persepolis is like stepping back in time. The intricate reliefs at Apadana Palace depict scenes from the empire's grandeur and power. These bas-reliefs tell stories of triumphs and conquests that once echoed within these walls. The Propylon, known as the Gate of all Nations, welcomes visitors to Persepolis with its majestic presence. Adorned with sphinxes and other mythical creatures, it serves as a testament to Persian artistry and architectural brilliance. Darius palace ruins reveal the splendor that once graced Persepolis 2, 500 years ago. Even in their dilapidated state, they exude an aura of regality and magnificence. Moving beyond Persepolis lies Naqsh-e Rostam necropolis where Sassanid reliefs stand tall. Among them is a depiction of Shapur I's triumphant victory over Roman emperor Valerian—a reminder of Persia's military prowess during ancient times. Apadana Palace also boasts reliefs on its staircase that narrate tales of glory and honor associated with the Achaemenid Empire. Each step tells a story etched into stone for eternity. Another significant site is Naqsh-e Rustam—home to Ka ba-ye Zartosht or Cube of Zoroaster—an ancient structure dating back to 6th century BC. This sacred place holds immense religious significance for followers of Zoroastrianism. Finally, Pasargadae unveils Cyrus the Great's tomb—a solemn tribute to one of history's most influential figures.