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πŸ›οΈ Sassanid Archaeological Landscape of Fars Region

Archaeology & Antiquity Iran Asia

πŸ›οΈ Sassanid Archaeological Landscape of Fars Region
UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing Sassanian palaces, cities, and fortifications in southeastern Iran


πŸ• 3 min read Β· Updated 17 Mar 2026 at 01:57
πŸ“Œ Fast Facts
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 2018
  • Comprises eight archaeological sites across three areas: Firuzabad, Bishapur, and Sarvestan
  • Located in Fars Province, southeastern Iran
  • Dates to the Sassanian Empire (3rd–7th centuries CE)
  • Central dome of Ardashir Palace rises approximately 18 meters

The Sassanid Archaeological Landscape of Fars Region represents the material legacy of the Sassanian Empire, a major imperial ...

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