About
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.
Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia
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Features & amenities
What to expect
- Indoor + outdoor
What to bring
- Water
- comfortable shoes
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