Achaemenid Collection

The Battle of Issus. Scene of the battle between Alexander the Great of Macedonia and the Achaemenid king Darius III

IRAN. Pasagarda. Tomb of Cyrus II the Great, founder of Persian Empire under the Achaemenid dynasty. Persian art. Achaemenid period. Architecture

Palace of Darius, Persepolis, Iran

Iran, Fars Province, Persepolis
Achaemenid archaeological site, Propylon, Gate of All Nations, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fars Province, Iran, Middle East

Ishtar Gate, Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Tomb of Cyrus the Great, Pasargadae, Iran
Pasargadae was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire under Cyrus the Great. Today is an archaeological site and one of Irans UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Leonidas I (died 480 BC). King of Sparta. Monument in Spart
Leonidas I (died 480 BC). Also known as Leonidas the Brave was a Greek hero-king of Sparta, the 17th of the Agiad line King of Sparta[

Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Babylonian wall tiles, Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Persepolis ancient columns at sunset, Iran
Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550 u2013330 BC). It is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province, Iran

Babylonian wall tiles, exhibited at the Turkey Museum, Istanbul, from Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Palace of a Hundred Columns in foreground with the Apadana behind, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Lion, Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Cylinder of Cyrus the Great with text written in akkadian cuneiform. Clay

Audience of Darius I. Persian art
DARIUS I the Great (550 BC-486BC). Persian Emperor (522-486 BC) of the Achaemenid dynasty. Representation of the king on his throne during hearing with officers Medes. Treasury Hall of the palace

Close-up of turquoise ceramics, Shah-i-Zinda mausoleum, Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, Asia

Alexander the Great visits family of Darius III after Issus
Alexander visits the family of Darius. Alexander the Great visits the Persian royal family after the defeat of Darius III at the Battle of Issus. 4th century BC. Engraving

Battle of the Granicus (334 BC). 19th-century engraving
Battle of the Granicus (May 334 BC). The Macedonian King Alexander the Great defeated the Persians. Engraving by A. Roca based on a painting by Charles Lebrun. Historia Universal, by Cesar Cantu

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"Discover the Magnificence of Achaemenid: From Epic Battles to Architectural Marvels" Step into history and witness the grandeur of the Achaemenid Empire. The Battle of Issus, a legendary clash between Alexander the Great and Darius III, unfolds before your eyes, forever etched in time. Journey to Pasargadae, Iran, where the Tomb of Cyrus the Great stands as a testament to his remarkable reign. Pay homage to this revered leader who founded one of history's most influential empires. Marvel at Leonidas I, King of Sparta's monument in Spart—a symbol of bravery and resilience that echoes through centuries. Stand in awe before Ishtar Gate's majestic beauty—an architectural masterpiece from ancient Babylon that transports you back in time. As dusk settles over Persepolis, let its ancient columns silhouette against a breathtaking sunset captivate your imagination. Gaze upon Palace of a Hundred Columns with Apadana majestically rising behind it—truly an architectural marvel that showcases Achaemenid opulence. Admire Babylonian wall tiles adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors—a testament to their artistic prowess. Explore Persepolis further; every corner reveals stories engraved on stone walls whispering tales from bygone eras. Encounter fierce lions guarding Babylon—their imposing presence reflects strength and power synonymous with Achaemenid rule. Behold the Cylinder of Cyrus the Great inscribed with Akkadian cuneiform script—a historical artifact embodying his enlightened policies. The legacy left by Achaemenids is one filled with triumphs on battlefields and masterpieces carved into landscapes across vast territories. Step into their world; immerse yourself in their rich heritage—one that continues to inspire awe even today.