Pasargadae is an ancient city located in Fars Province, Iran. It was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire from 546 to 330 BC and was the birthplace of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire. The city is home to several important historical and archaeological sites, including the Tomb of Cyrus the Great, the Gate of Xerxes, and the Palace of Darius the Great.
Naqsh-e Rostam
Naqsh-e Rostam is a necropolis located in Fars Province, Iran. It is home to several rock reliefs depicting the investiture scenes of Achaemenid kings, including Darius I, Xerxes I, and Artaxerxes I. The site also includes the Ka'ba-ye Zardusht, a cube-shaped structure believed to have been a Zoroastrian fire temple.
Takht-e Soleiman
Takht-e Soleiman is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Fars Province, Iran. It is an ancient archaeological site that was the capital of the Parthian Empire and the Sasanian Empire. The site includes the remains of a royal palace, a fire temple, and a Zoroastrian cemetery.
Firuzabad
Firuzabad is a city located in Fars Province, Iran. It was founded in the 3rd century BC by Ardashir I, the founder of the Sasanian Empire. The city is home to several important historical sites, including the Palace of Ardashir, the Fire Temple of Anahita, and the Sassanian Dam.
Qal'eh Dokhtar
Qal'eh Dokhtar is a mountain fortress located in Fars Province, Iran. It was built in the Sassanian period and was used as a defensive stronghold. The fortress is located on a hill overlooking the city of Shiraz and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
