Persepolis - Wikipedia

Persepolis is derived from the Greek Περσέπολις, Persepolis, a compound of Pérsēs (Πέρσης) and pólis (πόλις, together meaning "the Persian city" or "the city of the Persians"). To the ancient Persians, the city was known as Pārsa (Old Persian: 𐎱𐎠𐎼𐎿), which is also the word for the region of Persia. [7][8]

Persepolis | History, Ruins, Map, Images, & Facts | Britannica

Persepolis, an ancient capital of the kings of the Achaemenian dynasty of Iran (Persia), located about 30 miles (50 km) northeast of Shiraz in the Fars region of southwestern Iran.

Persepolis - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Persepolis, whose magnificent ruins rest at the foot of Kuh-e Rahmat (Mountain of Mercy) in south-western Iran, is among the world’s greatest archaeological sites.

Persepolis - History and Facts | History Hit

Persepolis was the ancient capital of the Persian Empire during the Achaemenid era. Founded by Darius I around 515BC, the city stood as a magnificent monument to the vast power of Persian kings.

The Lost City of Persepolis: Persia’s Jewel

Built by Darius I in the late 6th century BCE and expanded by his successors, Persepolis stood as a symbol of Persian grandeur, showcasing remarkable art and architecture that reflected the empire’s power and cultural diversity.

Persepolis: The Jewel of Ancient Persia - Untold Persia

Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, stands as an enduring symbol of ancient Persia’s grandeur and sophistication. Founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., it served not only as a political center but also as a hub of culture, art, and trade.

Persepolis: The Audience Hall of Darius and Xerxes

The earliest archaeological remains of the city date to c. 515 B.C.E. Persepolis, a Greek toponym meaning “city of the Persians”, was known to the Persians as Pārsa and was an important city of the ancient world, renowned for its monumental art and architecture.