In this regard, Persepolis, the ancient capital of the Persian Empire, is at the top of the list for this visit. The ruins indicate the empire's power and wealth, mainly revealed by the monumental structures and complex sculptures that have survived thousands of years. These relics include the Gate of All Nations, the Apadana Palace, ►
In this regard, Persepolis, the ancient capital of the Persian Empire, is at the top of the list for this visit. The ruins indicate the empire's power and wealth, mainly revealed by the monumental structures and complex sculptures that have survived thousands of years. These relics include the Gate of All Nations, the Apadana Palace, the Throne Room, and the Treasury. These different attractions are essential for learning a lot about the history of the Persian era.
The ancient historical site of Pasargadae in the Fars province of Iran is the next destination. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004, it offers explorers the opportunity to immerse themselves in the fascinating history of the Achaemenid Empire and the legacy of Cyrus the Great. Here, they must linger on a few key points, including the tomb of Cyrus, the Gatehouse and the palace of Cyrus.
Exploration continues in Ephesus, which was a vibrant classical city at the time. Today, it is home to some of the best-preserved Greek and Roman ruins in the entire Mediterranean. Travelers can walk through the streets while admiring what is left of houses, community buildings, temples and stadiums, the library of Celsus, the temple of Hadrian, and the theatre.
Perge is another impressive archaeological site whose ancient ruins date back to the Roman period. The remains can be found near the seaside resort of Antalya. Adventurers will see the magnificent colonnaded main streets, the Roman stadium, the ancient theatre, the Roman baths, some imposing gates and numerous statues there.
The journey continues in Sagalassos, which has ancient Hellenistic and Roman historical remains. After Alexander the Great passed through the area, everything was almost destroyed. However, today, this site is still a beautiful tourist attraction, showing the amphitheater, the market squares, the colonnaded streets, and the fountain, which is still in working order. ◄
