World Attraction Guides
Persepolis (Takht-é Jamshid)
Attraction Information

Attraction Information

Persepolis (Takht-é Jamshid)

Persepolis is thought to have been founded by Darius I in 518 BC as the capital city of the vast and powerful Achaemenid Empire. The name Persepolis translates from Greek as ‘Persian City’ and it was built over a period of 120 years. Set on fire and looted by Alexander the Great in 330 BC, it is nevertheles still astounding in its size and splendour; constructed on a large terrace 10m (27ft) high, access is up a staircase wide enough to accommodate five horses abreast, and the huge pillars of the Audience Hall dwarf the visitors who come to see the impressive ruins.
Air: Tehran Mehrabad International Airport, Shiraz Airport (domestic flights). Road: Taxi: Services from Shiraz.

Contact Addresses

For more information on Persepolis, contact Iran Touring and Tourism Organisation (see Tourist Information above).

Location

Parking Unesco Disabled
Need some holiday inspiration?
Tired of the same holiday destination?
Fresh ideas are just one click away...
Sign up for our newsletter
Be the first to hear about the coolest destinations and the latest travel trends. Plus, competitions, holiday inspiration and amusing facts, delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter
Advertisement

Travel Deals

Advertising features
Travel Partners
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Spot the holiday killer - Protect yourself from malaria. Before you travel, find out if your holiday destination is in a malaria zone.

Quick links