Persepolis is derived from the Greek Περσέπολις, Persepolis, a compound of Pérsēs (Πέρσης) and pólis (πόλις, together meaning "the Persian city" or "the city of the Persians"). To the ancient Persians, the …

Dec 17, 2025 · Persepolis, an ancient capital of the kings of the Achaemenian dynasty of Iran (Persia), located about 30 miles (50 km) northeast of Shiraz in the Fars region of southwestern Iran.

Nov 19, 2019 · Persepolis was the capital of the Persian Achaemenid Empire from the reign of Darius I (the Great, reigned 522 to 486 BCE) until its destruction in 330 BCE. Its name comes from the Greek …

Jan 18, 2025 · Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, stands as an enduring symbol of ancient Persia’s grandeur and sophistication. Founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., it served …

Jun 9, 2025 · Persepolis was the capital of the Achaemenid dynasty king Darius the Great, ruler of the Persian Empire between 522–486 B.C.E. The city was the most important of the Achaemenid …

Persepolis stands as a key historical site in Shiraz, representing the splendor of pre-Islamic Iran. The remains and ruins of Persepolis offer valuable insights into early human civilization, making it a …

Persepolis is derived from the Greek Περσέπολις, Persepolis, a compound of Pérsēs (Πέρσης) and pólis (πόλις, together meaning "the Persian city" or "the city of the Persians"). To the ancient Persians, the …

May 27, 2024 · Deep in the arid heartland of southern Iran lie the majestic ruins of Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the mighty Achaemenid Persian Empire. This sprawling palatial complex, built …

Feb 12, 2025 · Built by Darius I in the late 6th century BCE and expanded by his successors, Persepolis stood as a symbol of Persian grandeur, showcasing remarkable art and architecture that reflected …

Persepolis, whose magnificent ruins rest at the foot of Kuh-e Rahmat (Mountain of Mercy) in south-western Iran, is among the world’s greatest archaeological sites.