Persepolis - Bas-Relief
The visit was a little disappointing even though we had the services of an excellent guide, who brought to life the city of the Festival of Tributes (for tributes read taxes?) Sadly, however, that which Alexander the Great didn’t tear down and burn seems to have been shipped off to various museums, leaving behind only some interesting bas-reliefs and an odd column or so.
From: Middle East » Iran » South » Shiraz
Known as Persia until 1935, Iran became an Islamic republic in 1979 after the ruling monarchy was overthrown and the shah was forced into exile. Conservative clerical forces established a theocratic system of government with ultimate political author... [read more]
Known as Persia until 1935, Iran became an Islamic republic in 1979 after the ruling monarchy was overthrown and the shah was forced into exile. Conservative clerical forces established a theocratic system of government with ultimate political author... [read more] Blog: Iran
Date: May 14th 2008
Date: May 14th 2008
