Pasargadae, Archaeological site in Fars Province, Iran
The ruins of Pasargadae stretch across 1.6 square kilometers, containing stone platforms, palace foundations, gardens, and the limestone tomb of Cyrus.
Cyrus the Great established Pasargadae as the first capital of the Achaemenid Empire after defeating the Median king Astyages in 550 BCE.
The Persian Gardens at Pasargadae introduced the four-part design that influenced garden architecture throughout Asia and Islamic territories for centuries.
Visitors can reach the archaeological site via organized tours from Shiraz, located 90 kilometers southwest, with guided explorations available throughout the year.
The tomb of Cyrus features six massive white limestone steps leading to a chamber, combining architectural elements from Mesopotamian and Urartian traditions.
Location: Pasargad County
GPS coordinates: 30.20000,53.17944
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:11
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Palace S (Pasargadae)
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مسجد پاسارگاد
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