Fars Province Collection (page 3)

6th century BC Darius palace ruins in Persepolis
The gate toward the palace of Darius in the UNESCO World Heritage Takht-e Jamshid or Persepolis in the Fars province of Iran, standing for 2

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

Tomb of poet Saadi, Shiraz, Iran
The Tomb of Saadi is a tomb and mausoleum dedicated to the Persian poet Saadi in the Iranian city of Shiraz

Naqsh-e Rustam persian necropolis, Shiraz, Iran
Fars province, Iran - October 19, 2015 : Naqsh-e Rustam is an ancient necropolis located about 12 km northwest of Persepolis, in Fars Province, Iran

Part of a wall that contains a text in Persian
A portion of the wall shows a long written in Persian. The wall is part of a building in the ancient city of Persepolis. Persepolis also known as Takht-e-Jamshid was the ceremonial capital of

Ancient bas reliefs of Persepolis, 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

Tomb of Cyrus the Great, Iran
Mausoleum of Cyrus is located approximately 1 km southwest of the palaces of Pasargadae, Shiraz, Iran

Star trails above the Private Palace of Cyrus the Great, Pasargad, Iran
Star trails above the Private Palace of Cyrus the Great, Pasargadae, Fars Province, Iran

Pillar
Remnant of an Ancient Persian Palace (500 BC) at Passargad complex

Columns
Remnant of an Ancient Persian Palace (500 BC) at Passargad complex

Persepolis

Carving on stone at Persepolis

Persian heritage
Craving on stone at Persepolis

Persepolis

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

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

Persian Heritage
Xerxes court in PersepolisPersepolis which means city of Persians, was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire 550-330 BC

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

Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Persian Empire during the Achaemenid dynasty. The earliest remains of Persepolis date from around 515 BC

Bas-relief of a Persian guard
Iran, Fars, Bas-relief of a Persian guard. Apadana Palace, Persepolis, founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty

Persian Rock Craving

Persian Rock Craving
Craving in Tang-e-Chogan (Polo Valley)

Persian Rock Craving
Craving in Tang-e-Chogan (Polo Valley)

Persian Rock Craving

Bas-relief in Persepolis
Iran, Fars, Bas-relief of a Persian and median guards. Apadana Palace, Persepolis, founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty. destroyed by Alexander

Cuneiform inscription, Persepolis
IRAN, Fars, cuneiform inscription by Xerxes, Palace of Darius (Tachara), Persepolis (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation, 6th-5th century BC

Persepolis, Gift-bearing delegation Ionians
IRAN, Fars, Bas-relief depicting Procession of Ionians subjects carrying vessels, Apadana, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation, 6th-5th century BC

Persepolis, a decorated scabbard
IRAN, Fars, Bas-relief of a decorated scabbard, Apadana, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation, 6th-5th century BC

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

Bas-relief depicting a Persian guard
IRAN, Fars, Bas-relief depicting a Persian guard, Tryplon or Board room, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation, 6th-5th century BC. Detail

Persepolis, Palace of Darius
Iran, Fars, Palace of Darius (Tachara), Persepolis, founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty. destroyed by Alexander

Apadana, Palace of Darius, Lion and bull combat
Bas-relief of Lion and bull combat, Palace of Darius, Apadana, Persepolis (Unesco World Heritage List, 1979), Iran. Achaemenid civilisation, 6th-5th century BC

Bas-relief of a Persian guard
Iran, Fars, Bas-relief of a Persian guard. Apadana Palace, Persepolis, founded by Darius the Great (522-486 B.C ) Persian king of the Achaemenid dynasty. destroyed by Alexander

Cuneiform script in persepolis, Iran
Photograph of ancient cuneiform script in persepolis, near Shiraz, Fars Province, Iran

Columns in Persepolis, Iran
Ruins of columns and gates in the ancient site Persepolis, Iran

Iran, Fars Province, Persepolis, sculpture of head of bull at Throne Hall
Iran - Persepolis. UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979. Throne Hall, or Hall of a Hundred Columns. Head of bull

Iran, Fars Province, Persepolis, Hall of a Hundred Columns UNESCO World Heritage Site

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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.