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Ty Join us on a breathtaking journey through some of the most iconic historical sites of ancient Iran. In this episode on Iran Historical Places, we explore the majestic wonders near Shiraz: Naqsh-e Rustam, Naqsh-e Rajab, and the Tomb of Cyrus the Great in Pasargadae.

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🏛 First Stop: Naqsh-e Rustam – Necropolis of Kings and Empires

Just a few kilometers from Persepolis lies Naqsh-e Rustam, a magnificent archaeological site that dates back over 3,000 years. This sacred mountain contains monuments and rock reliefs from the Elamite, Achaemenid, and Sassanid eras.

From right to left, as seen in our video, you’ll encounter:
• The Coronation Relief of Ardashir I, founder of the Sassanid Empire
• The royal tomb of Xerxes I (or possibly Artaxerxes II)
• The grand tomb of Darius the Great, with its famous trilingual inscription
• The Coronation Scene of Bahram II
• The tomb of Artaxerxes I
• The famous Victory Relief of Shapur I over three Roman emperors
• The tomb of Darius II
• And in front of them all, the mysterious Ka’ba-ye Zartosht, a stone tower with unknown purpose

These incredible monuments reflect the glory of ancient Persian civilization, revealing the power, religion, and art of Iran’s historical empires.

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🗿 Next Stop: Naqsh-e Rajab – Echoes of Sassanid Power

A short distance away, Naqsh-e Rajab features four majestic Sassanid rock reliefs, carved over 1,700 years ago:
• The Coronation of Ardashir I
• The Coronation of Shapur I
• The high priest Kartir, a powerful figure in Zoroastrianism
• And another Victory Relief of Shapur I

These works show the cultural and political might of the Sassanid dynasty, a defining force in Iran’s ancient history.

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🏛 Final Stop: Pasargadae – The Eternal Resting Place of Cyrus the Great

Our journey ends in Pasargadae, the first capital of the Achaemenid Empire, founded in the 6th century BCE by Cyrus the Great, one of history’s most visionary rulers.

Here stands the Tomb of Cyrus, a timeless monument to leadership, justice, and Persian identity. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it draws travelers and historians from around the world.

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Whether you’re fascinated by ancient Persian civilization, passionate about historical landmarks, or simply curious about Iran’s rich heritage, this video takes you deep into the past — through some of the oldest and most important sites near Shiraz, in the heart of ancient Iran.

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Naqsh-e Rostam 00:00
Ka’ba-ye Zartosht 2:07
Naqsh-e Rajab 5:29
The Tomb of Cyrus the Great 6:55
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