Persepolis to Golestan Palace: 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites in Iran
Iran boasts 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites, from the grandeur of Persepolis to the architectural marvels of Golestan Palace, preserving a unique facet of the country's rich heritage
lifestyle Oct 09 2023
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Persepolis
This ancient city was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire and is renowned for its impressive archaeological ruins and historical significance
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Meidan Emam, Esfahan
Known as Naqsh-e Jahan Square, this square is surrounded by buildings, monuments, including the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Imam Mosque, the Ali Qapu Palace, and the Qeysarieh Portal
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Tchogha Zanbil
An ancient Elamite complex, Tchogha Zanbil is one of the few existing ziggurats in the world and is dedicated to the Elamite god Inshushinak
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Bam and its Cultural Landscape
This site includes the ancient fortress city of Bam, which was constructed from mud bricks and dates back to the Achaemenid period
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Soltaniyeh
The Mausoleum of Oljaytu is an architectural masterpiece and a significant example of Islamic architecture, particularly the Ilkhanid period
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Bisotun
The Bisotun inscription, located on Mount Bisotun, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features important inscriptions and reliefs, including a depiction of Darius the Great
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Golestan Palace
Located in Tehran, Golestan Palace is a historic royal complex that showcases Persian art and architecture