Naqsh-e Rustam, Ancient necropolis near Marvdasht, Iran
Four monumental royal rock tombs, carved into a cliff face, display intricate architectural details with cross-shaped facades and detailed stone reliefs.
The tombs contain the remains of Persian Achaemenid rulers, including Darius I, Xerxes I, Artaxerxes I, and Darius II, dating from 500-400 BCE.
The site combines elements from three distinct Persian empires: Elamite, Achaemenid, and Sassanid, with each period contributing different architectural and artistic styles.
Located 6 kilometers north of Persepolis, the site remains open for visitors daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM throughout the year.
The Ka'ba-ye Zartosht, a limestone cubic structure standing before the cliffs, features inscriptions in three ancient languages detailing Sassanid military victories.
Location: Marvdasht County
Part of: Marvdasht complex
GPS coordinates: 29.98889,52.87472
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:54
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Tomb of Darius II
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Relief of Bahram II and his court
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Blank surface in Naqsh-e Rustam
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Unfinished gate of Persepolis
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Naqsh-e Rustam Cistern
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