Gate of all nations

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The UNESCO listed Persepolis, (also known as Takht-e Jamshid) is one of the ancient cities in Iran which was the glorious and ceremonial capital of Persia during the Achaemenid Empire. The entrance of ancient site named as "The Gate of All Nations" is one of the most significant parts of this complex:
After passing the two symmetrical stairways each with 111 stairs you’ll reach a great entrance gate which is assigned to the Xerxes. This gate is 10 meters high and is characterized by the legendary sculptures of two Sphinxes and two guardian giant bulls. This palace was actually an entrance where all delegations of different nations which were subjected to the Persian Empire were welcomed to the Persepolis.

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Very interesting, thanks for sharing and enjoy your day, my friend. 😀👍🏻

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