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2021-02-28 22:09
Istakhr, once capital of the Sasanian Empire, undergoes restoration
TEHRAN- A fresh archaeological season has commenced on the southern Iranian city of Istakhr, which was briefly served as the first capital of the mighty Sasanian Empire from 224 to 226 CE.
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2020-06-09 19:00
Aerial survey sheds new light on vast ancient city in southern Iran
TEHRAN – An in-depth aerial survey combined by series of field research has shed new light on remnants of a vast ancient city in southern Iran, which was once in the heart of the mighty Sassanid Empire in its heyday. The discovery has opened up a new window towards the urban engineering and Persian garden arrangements of the time.
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2020-02-19 18:42
Discover Istakhr, ancient royal residence near legendary Persepolis
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Istakhr, which was once a royal residence for Sassanid kings of Persia, is located in the vicinity of the UNESCO-registered Persepolis.
