Verified29.9350° N · 52.8910° E · 1627 m
Persepolis
Takht-e Jamshid · Parsa
Achaemenid·Persian Achaemenid·🇮🇷 Fars Province, Iran
About
About Persepolis
Ceremonial capital of Achaemenid Empire (515–330 BCE) with Apadana, Throne Hall, Treasury on terrace with relief of tribute bearers. Burned by Alexander 330 BCE, preserved by burial.
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History
How it came to be
- Built
- 515 BCE Darius I – 330 BCE
- Period
- Achaemenid
- Culture
- Persian Achaemenid
- Purpose
- Imperial ceremonial capital and Nowruz festival centre
- Excavation
- Partially excavated
515 BCE Darius I – 330 BCE
Initial construction
c. 1096 CE
Rediscovery
Location
Where it is
29.9350° N · 52.8910° E · 1627 m