all things about travelling to Shiraz in Iran
Provincial
Capital of Fars, Altitude 1,600 meters, 500 km S of Esfahan (935 km
from Tehran) , 300 km N-E of Bushehr , 600 km E of Abadan.
The
city of roses and nightingales, the city of poets and philosophers, the
city of warriors and kings, orchards and orangeries, adonises and
fragrant blossoms and above all the city of monuments where great
empires of Achaemenians have come to power.
This beautifully cut gemstone amongst Iranian cities, the fascinating poems and enchanting elegies, the city of Shiraz is situated on the green plains at the foot of the Allah-o-Akbar mountain.Karimkhan Zand made Shiraz his
capital. The garden lanes of orangeries in this melodious city, filled
the souls of poets such as Saadi and Hafez with higher sentiments and
those two honored poets of Islamic culture and literature will always
shine in the history of this city.
Shiraz,the City of Cogitation and Art :
Shiraz should
called the city of cogitation and art, because throughout history ,many
thinkers, poets and Gnostics have been born and raised in this city.
Each one of them has an exalted position.
Poets
such as Saadi and Hafez are so well know that they need no
presentation. In different parts of the world, many people are familiar
whit them. Many poets and literary men are inspired by their immortal
and astonishing masterpieces and it is not surprising that the great
poet and thinker, Goethe admired Hafez in his works. Hafez is not the
only one. Many thinkers whose reflection have become the basis of
cogitation in different parts of world, were raised in this city. Among
them we can refer to celebrated people such as: Ibn Moghleh, Ibn Moghafa
, Molla Ghotb, Molla Sadra and Mirzay Shirazi
and also artists abd architects such as: Master Amanat Khan and Master
Issa,who constructed the glorious monument of Taj-Mahal in India and
wrote the inscriptions on it.Molla Sadra, the Iranian theologian,
thinker and Gnostic of the tenth and eleventh century A.H. considered
the greatest Islamic philosopher in the history of Islamic philosophy
from this city.
Molla
Sadra is the one who provided a rational basis for Hikmat-e Ishragh
(illuminative philosophy) and mysticism. In his philosophy, one can see
the encounter of mysticism with philosophy.
A walk through Shiraz will bring one face to face with monuments built in honor of these great men.
History of Shiraz
It
was founded during the Achaemenian Dynasty, and under the Sassanians it
became one on the main cities of the province of Fars.
Shiraz was
spared destruction during the Mongol invasion, and reached the height
of its glory under the Mongols (1220 - 1380) and the Timurids (1380 -
1502). It soon came to be known as one of the leading centers of
calligraphy, painting, architecture and literature.
Although Esfahan became the Royal capital under Shah Abbas I (1502 - 1722)the Safavid ruler, Shiraz remained
a provincial capital, and attracted a number of European traders who
exported its famous wine. During this period, Emam Gholi Khan the
governor of Fars built a large number of palaces and other ornate
buildings. Shirazstarted
its decline with the Afghan raids in the early18th century, several
earthquakes in the region, and an internal up-rising. When Nader Shah
was assassinated in 1747, most of Shiraz’s
historical buildings were destroyed. However, under the enlightened
Karim Khan the first ruler of the Zand Dynasty (1747 - 1779), Shirazflourished once again becoming a most worthy Iranian capital. Many of the most beautiful buildings in Shirazwere either built or restored in this period.
In 1789 Agha Muhammed Khan (founder of the Qajar Dynasty) moved the nation’s capital from Shiraz to Tehran. Although lowered to the rank of provincial capital, Shiraz maintained a level of prosperity, and it was governed by the royals throughout the Qajar period (1795 - 1925).
Sightseeings
The Tomb of Hafiz
, Built in 1953 in a garden, the mausoleum is a small open pavilion; inside which is a marble tombstone with several of the poets" verses. One of the nicest tea-houses (chaikhaneh) in Shiraz can be found in the grounds, set around a rectangular pool. You can sit around on cushions sip a cup of tea, or rose water while reflecting on his poetry. Hafez spent most of his life in his native town and died there in 1389. He is considered the undisputed master of the ghazal, and his poems reflect a richness and a subtlety unequalled even by the other great talent, Saadi.
Sit
near my tomb, and bring wine and music - Feeling thy presence, I shall
come out of my sepulchre - Rise, softly moving creature, and let me
contemplate thy beauty
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The Tomb of Saadi
The tomb is a colorful monument of blue tiles and red marble surmounted by a turquoise dome.
The Vakil Citadel and Bazaar
Dated
back to Karim Khan Zand era (1750-1779). Here is a labyrinth of
passageways, where a variety of local handicrafts as well as
manufactured goods is at display. The bath, citadel and mosque are also
remainders of the great glory of those times.
Naqsh-e-Rostam: About Naghsh-e Rostam in Fars province
On the top of the mountain there are four tombs which are believed to be those of, Xerxes, Darius I Artaxerexes and Darius II, the Achaemenid kings.About four kilometers from Haji Abad mountain on the northeast of Persepolis, there are some historical works belonging to Elamite, Achaemenid and Sassanid kings which are called Naghsh-e Rostam because of their grandeur and height.
In
the first relief which has been carved in the lower side of the
mountain, Narssi, the son of Shapur I receives the royal ring from the
symbol of Anahita. In this carving the clothing style, the crown,
hairstyle, ornaments and the strips which were fastened to the ankles
have been demonstrated.
The
second relief, which has been carved below the tomb of Darius the Great
and includes two scenes, which have been separated by a relatively
narrow line. Both scenes share similarities and the scene above
demonstrates Bahram II (276 - 293 A.D) engaged in a battle with his
foes.
The
third relief constitutes the biggest and the most luxurious carving of
the Sassanid era in Naghsh-e Rostam and includes the victory of Shapur I
(242 - 271 A.D.) over the Roman emperor Valerian. In this relief Shapur
I is riding his horse in full glory and grandeur and the Roman emperor
Valerian has bowed before him.
Behind
Shapur is seen the large inscription in Pahlavi plus the picture of the
prominent and mighty Zoroastrian priest of his time. This inscription
speaks of Shapur`s biography, background and endeavors for the
reinforcement of the principles of the Zoroastrian faith.
The
fourth relief demonstrates the victory of Hormuz II, the Sassanid king
(302 - 310 A.D.) who has crushed his enemy. The fifth relief shows the
scene of the victory of Bahram II (276 - 293 A.D.) where the enemy of
the king grips a broken lancer in his hand and his horse is down on the
ground. The sixth relief demonstrates Bahram II,the Sassanid king in the
company of his court people and viziers.The seventh relief which is one
of the early reliefs of Naghsh - e -Rostam, displays Artaxerxes (226 -
242 A.D.) who is receiving the royal ring from Ahura Mazda.
On
the left has been carved Artaxerxes and to the right is Ahura Mazda,
both riding horses. Under the hoof of Artaxerxes` horse has been carved a
man who is said to be the last king of the Arsacids, and some others
believe this man is a rival to Artaxerxes` throne.
Passargad:
Passargad or “ The Camps of Persepolis” is located 134 Km. From Shiraz. Cyrus the Great(599-530 BC), built his royal residence at Passargad. Nothing remains of Passargad, except the tomb of Cyrus
.
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On top of the rocky mountain of Rahmat in the plain of Marvdasht, the
ruins of Takht-e-Jamshid palace are pre-eminent. Construction of these
palaces started at the time of Darius I (521 BC) and was not completed
in less than a period of 150 years. Takht-e-Jamshid is registered as a
World Heritage Site by UNESCO.Persepolis (Takht-e-Jamshid)
The
entrance of the complex is formed by a two-ramp stairway composed of
110 rather wide and short steps. On top of the stairways is the main
entrance or `The Great Gate`, marked by two statues of a bull with a
human head and a pair of wings. There are two exits, one to the south
and the other to the east. The south exit or gate connects to the
Apadana Palace. Takht-e-Jamshid is 125 thousand sq.m. in area, and is
composed of the main sections:
- Official reception halls and palaces
- Smaller and more private palaces
- Royal treasury
Takht-e-Jamshid
was set ablaze by Alexander the Greek (330 BC) after which only ruins
have remained. From these ruins, the Apadana Palace, at the main
entrance, with 36 columns and three balconies (12 columns in each) in
the north, south and eastern sections of the palace have been remained.
The northern and eastern terraces are connected to the gardens opposite.
The height of the platform in theApadana Palace is 16 m. and the height
of its columns is 18 m.
Eram Garden
BAGH-E ERAM, a famous and beautiful garden atShiraz.
Its site close to the embankment of the Rudkhana-ye Kushk was formerly
on the northwestern fringe of the city but is now well inside the
greatly expanded urban area.
The present garden and mansion are not very old but, like the other famous gardens of Shiraz,
may well have replaced an earlier foundation. D. N. Wilber surmised
that its antecedent may have been the Bag-e Shah mentioned in accounts o
seed (Fasa`i, II, p. 164). Forsat Shirazi,
a contemporary of Fasa`i, praised the Bag-e Eram for its beautiful
flowers, refreshing air, tall cypresses (a stately, beautiful cypress
tree there known as sarv-e naz has long been a major tourist
attraction), fragrant myrtles, flowing wa of the constructional work and
praises of the then owner Nasir-al-Molk.
After
the coup detat of 1332 5./1953 and the exile of the Qashqa`i brothers,
who in the meantime had regained ownership of the Bag-e Eram, the
government confiscated the garden and later on gave it to Pahlavi
University (now the University of Shiraz).
Duringthis
period the former mud walls were replaced with iron railings, old trees
were cut down to make room for lawns, and a broad street named Eram
Boulevard was laid out on the northwest side. Early during the
revolution of 1357 5./1978-79. The Qashqa`is repossessed the garden;
shortly afterward its owner Khosrow Khan dedicated it to the people of Shiraz.
The garden has now been made into a botanical garden and the mansion
has been assigned to the Faculty of Law of the university. Bibliography:
Mohammad-Nasir Forsat Shirazi,
Atar-e `Ajam, Bombay, 1313/1895, repr. 1353/1934. D. N.
Wilber,PersianGardens and Garden Pavilions, Tokyo, 1962; tr. Mahindokht
Saba, Bagha-yeIran kuska-ye an, Tehran, 1348 5./1969. R. Pechere, -Etude
de jardins historiques, in UNESCO, Iran, March, 1973. Mohammad-Taqi
Mostafawi, Eqlim-e Pars, Tehran, 1343 5./1964; tr. R. N. Sharp, The Land
of Pars, Chippenham, England, 1978, p. 315.
Eram garden is located in the center of Shiraz on
the side of Eram Street. A leader of the Qashqai tribe known as
Mohammad Ali Khan Ilkhani during the early 18th century made this
garden. About 75 years later, Nasirolmolk bought the garden and Haj
Mohammad Hassan, the prominent architect built its three storey
building. This monument is a masterpiece from the Qajar dynasty in so
far as architecture, painting, carvinf, tiling and stuccowork are
concerned.
The
lower sections of the building`s exterior are formed of 2 - meter -
high plain and carved stones and on the eight columns there is the
exihibt of two Qajar soldiers ans six inscriptions. The inscriptions
have been inscribed by Mirza Ali Naghi Khoshnevis in Nastaligh style of
writing. In the portal of the building there are three large and two
small sessions.
The
spring, which flows in the waterfronts, right in the middle of the
building pours into ponds and grants Eram garden a great appeal. The
cypress tree in this garden is quite famous.
Jame Mosque (
Shiraz) in Fars provinceThis is one of the oldest buildings of the early Islamic period in Fars.
Its
architectural technique and high ivan are reminiscent of the Sassanid
constructions which have supplied a model for imitation.
This
ancient mosque belongs to the fourth century A.H. (10th centuryA.D.)
and its mihrab must have been built around A.H. 363 (A.D. 973).
This
mosque possesses a very spacious crescent-shaped ivan, open the
southern side and walled at the back. Adjoining the back wall, there
stands the mihrab, which is a later addition. In another part of the
mosque, there is a minaret, which may have belonged to the original
structure of this monument
Hafez & Saadi Tomb in Shiraz
The Tomb of Hafez
Hafez'
tomb is the closest to the town centre. Built in 1953 in a garden, the
mausoleum is a small open pavilion; inside which is a marble tombstone
with several of the poets' verses. One of the nicest tea-houses
(chaikhaneh) in Shiraz can
be found in the grounds, set around a rectangular pool. You can sit
around on cushions sip a cup of tea, or rose water while reflecting on
his poetry. Hafez spent most of his life in his native town and died
there in 1389. He is considered the undisputed master of the ghazal, and his poems reflect richness and a subtlety unequalled even by the other great talent, Saadi.
The Tomb of Saadi
Saadi"s tomb is in the north-east of Shiraz.
Set in a pleasant garden, the present tomb was built in 1952 and
replaces an earlier much simpler construction. Unlike Hafez, Saadi
travelled extensively in Iraq and Syeria, where he was even taken prisoner by the Crusaders. Upon His return to Shiraz,
Saadi wrote his most famous works, the Bustan (The Orchard) and the
Golestan (The Rose Garden), which are moral tales written either in
verse or in a mixture of prose and verse. Saadi is said to have died in
1290 at the grand old age of 101.
Golshan Garden (Afif Abad Garden), Shiraz
Afif-abad, a museum complex which is located in the affluent afif-abad district of shiraz was
constructed in 1863. it contains a former royal mansion, a historical
weapons museum, and a persian garden, all open to the public.
afif abad garden is one of the oldest gardens in shiraz.
during the safavid period it was used as a palace by the safavid shahs.
the current main building was constructed by mirza ali muhammadkhan
ghawam ii in 1863. he bought a nearby ghanat to water his garden. after
his death the garden was eventually inherited by afife, thus being
called afif abad. in 1962, it was restored by the army. at present this
building belongs to the defense ministry and a museum of arms has been
established in this structure.
Bagh-e Eram palace gardens, Shiraz, Iran
Shiraz has had a world fame for its gardens. Eram (Bagh-e Eram) is of the highest importance. Its Sassing architecture and mirror-encrusted stalactite are unique. The impressive cypress trees, one of which dates back to 300 years ago, create an eye-catching scene. This was once a private palace built during the Qajar Dynasty, and has changed owners several times. In 1953, the Iranian government donated the mansion to the faculty of Law at the Pahlavi University of Iran. Today it's a museum and is also known for its beautiful botanical gardens. The city of Shiraz is known as the city of rose gardens, nightingales and poets. Two of Iran's greatest ancient national poets, Hafez of Shiraz and Saadi, lay buried here.
Saadi requested that the following verse be inscripted on his tomb: "From the tomb of Saadi, son of Shiraz - The perfume of love escapes - Thou shalt smell it still one thousand years after his death."
Iranians annually celebrate April 21, which has been designated as Sadi National Day.
The director of the Center for the Study of Sadi, Kurosh Kamali Sarvestani, gave details of the two-day seminar.
'Each
year, specific aspects of the poet are chosen for discussion, and this
year the focus will be on his ghazals,' Kamali Sarvestani told the
Persian service of FARS.
He added that the poets would gather to review and discuss the beauty of the romantic lyrics of Sadi on these days.
'The programs will begin in the morning at the Fars National Library of Shiraz.
Several experts will lecture on this day, including Asghar Dadbeh
discussing the position of ghazals, Abdolali Dastgheib reviewing the
structures of Sadi’s ghazals, Reza Shabani speaking on satire in Sadi’s
ghazals, and Zia Movahhed on music in the ghazals,' he said.
Tribute
will also be paid to Mostafavi household in an honoring ceremony for
their great efforts in publishing the Divan of Sadi inscribed by the
late Mirza Mahmud Adib Mostafavi.
On
Thursday, the program will continue in Tehran under the title "Sadi in
Ghazal" in collaboration with the cultural department of Tehran’s Book
City.
'Experts
Reza Davari Ardakani, Nasrollah Purjavadi, Gholamhossein Ebrahimi
Dinani, and several other scholars will be making presentations on this
day,' he concluded.
Sheikh Muslih od-Din Sadi Shirazi
(C. 1213-1291) is one of the greatest figures of classical Persian
literature, worldwide famous for his Bustan (The Orchard) and Gulistan
(The Rose Garden).
Source: tehrantimes.com
Gardens and Recreation Places, Fars
Ab Band Recreation Site, Darab
Located
in the Ab Band region, on the bank of the river and in the foot hills
of the Darab Mount, this promenade annually attracts many people due to
its natural beauty and eye-catching landscapes.
Atashkadeh Recreation Site, Fasa
It
is located on the outskirts of the Kharman Kooh. There is a spring and a
beautiful pond that is used for aquaculture purposes.
Baram Delak Recreation Site, Shiraz
This promenade is located14 km north of Shiraz.
The Baram Delak Wetland is four km away from the Abunasr Palace. Its
antiquity dates back to the Sassanid period. A mountain overlooks the
wetland and the stone carvings that can be found on this mountain date
back to the Sassanid period.
Chehel Tan Garden, Shiraz
Located in Shiraz, it was originally used as a graveyard. This garden was developed in the Zand period.
Chelehgah Recreation Site, Sepeedan
Located
10 kilometers from Sepeedan in the Chelehgah Village, this recreational
area annually attracts many people for winter sports and
mountaineering.
Delgosha Garden, Shiraz
Situated near the Sa’di Tomb in Shiraz,
this garden dates back to the pre-Islamic period and the time of the
Sassanids. With an area of 7.5 ha, it is a major attraction of Shiraz.
Dimeh Mil Recreation Site, Mamasani
This
promenade is located 7 kilometers from the Noor Abad Tower
(Fire-Temple) with wonderful orchards, gardens and several springs. The
area is full of various flowers with an eye-catching landscape.
Eram Garden, Shiraz
With its beautiful flowers and decorative plants as well as its amazing edifice, it is now also known as the Botanical Garden of Shiraz University, and is in the heart of the city of Shiraz.
Golshan Garden (Afif Abad Garden), Shiraz
Located in Shiraz,
it has an area of 127 thousand Sq.m. The two-storey building has been
constructed at the request of Mohammed Khan Qavamol-Molk about two
hundred years ago. The baths, ceramic work and tea house are well worth
seeing. At present this building belongs to the Defense Ministry and a
museum of arms has been established in this structure.
Haft Baram Recreation Site, Shiraz
Located 55 km west of Shiraz, more specifically 12 km away from Shiraz - Kazeroon Road, this promenade has beautiful landscapes. In winter it is cold and dry and in summer mild and pleasant.
Jahan Nama Garden, Shiraz
This garden dates back to the Zand period and is located near the main entrance to the city of Shiraz (Darvazeh Qur’an). Within the garden there is an old building worth visiting.
Mian Kotal Recreation Site, Shiraz
At a distance of 18 km from Arjan, situated on the old Shiraz -
Kazeroon Road, the northern slopes of this promenade overlooks the
habitat of the rare, unique and the globally known Follow Deer. Oak
forests used to dominate this region in the past. In the southern
sections a beautiful landscape of the Baram Forest can be seen. Higher
altitudes surrounding the beautiful Mian Kotal Valley particularly
attract those interested in winter sports. In general the valley has a
mild climate and in different seasons it is taken advantage of by nature
lovers.
Park-e-Jangali Recreation Site, Estahban
This
park is located on the outskirts of Todaj Mount, to the south of
Estahban. There is a spring that ultimately creates a wonderful
waterfall.
Takht Garden, Shiraz
It is located in north Shiraz in
the lower slopes of Baba-Koohi Mountain. At the time of Aqa Muhammad
Khan Qajar, a new building was built and was consequently called the
Qajar’s Takht (Throne). At present this garden belongs to the army.
Tang-e-Tizab Recreation Site, Sepeedan
Located
20 kilometers northwest of Sepeedan in the vicinity of the Beshar River
with diverse species of endemic fishes, this promenade has suitable
forests with pleasant weather in summer.
Other Gardens and Recreation Places, Fars
There
are many other promenades, which are mostly used by local people and
especially in summer, people tend to use these cooler places on holidays
and weekends as a resort. Each vicinity has its own charm and beauty,
with possibilities of fishing and other sports.
The Tombs of Fars province
Goor-e-Dokhtar Tomb, Kazeroon
Dating
back to the Achaemenian period, the Goor Dokhtar Tomb is located in the
Jereh Village. This historical monument is composed of a rectangular
room with a gable roof standing on a platform with three steps. The
presence of segregated sections at the top and bottom of the Goor
Dokhtar construction, was for placing dead bodies, indicates a dual
burial system.
Hafiz Tomb, Shiraz
Hafiz is one of the most famous Gnostics and poets of Iran, who was born in Shiraz in 726 A.H. and passed away 65 years later.
The tomb of Hafiz also known as Hafizieh is located north of Shiraz and
comprises of two gardens. Many people still come to pay homage to this
master of poetry. The mausoleum itself is located in a lovely garden,
and has an atmosphere of peace and calm that is quite unique.
Jamasb Grave, Koradeh Village, Jahrom
Located
close to the Karadeh Village, at the distance of less than 2 km., on
the top of a comparatively low mountain, a cubical stony platform
exists. Each side of this cube is 5.5 m. wide and 6 m. high. This stony
platform is known as Jamasb Tomb.
Khajoo-e-Kermani Tomb, Shiraz
The tomb of Kamaledin Abu Ata known as Khajoo (689-756 A.H.) is located in the Allah Akbar Gorge close to the Qur’an Gate of Shiraz. It is the tomb of a famous Iranian poet and Gnostic. This memorial was completely renovated in recent years.
Koorosh Kabir (Great Cyrus) Tomb, Shiraz-Esfahan Rd.
On the Shiraz -
Esfahan Road and in the Morqab plains, this rectangular monument is
built on a six-storey platform. On the top floor, which is 3 m. high,
there are two tombs, one belonging to Koorosh, and the other to his wife
Kassandan mother of Kamboujieh. These two graves are interconnected by a
meter long and 35 cm. wide corridor.
Sa’di Tomb, Shiraz
Sa’di, a keen traveler and famous Gnostic, was a known poet of the 7th century A.H. he was born in Shiraz and passed away between the years 695-691 A.H.
In
1942, the present building was constructed by the Association for
National Arts and the tomb of Sa’di was placed in an octagonal mausoleum
with high dome and interesting tile works
Shah Shoja’ Mozafari Tomb, Shiraz
In
Takht-e-Zarabi and to the west of Tekiyeh-ye-Haft Tanan, the tomb of
the most reputed monarch of the Mozafar Dynasty, i.e., Abolfovares Shah
Shoja’ son of Amir Mobarezedin exists. In 1971 a memorial was
constructed on his grave which is of special value from architectural
and historical point of view.
Sheikh Kabir (Ebne Hanif) Tomb, Shiraz
Abu Abdollah Sheikh Muhammad Ben Hanif, known as Sheikh Kabir was one of the greatest Gnostics and Sheikhs of Shiraz.
At present the tomb stone of the Sheikh is located behind the Vakil
Bazaar, in a room furnished by tiles. In the Atabakan period, Atabak
Zangi Ben Modood, repaired this tomb and later on it was renewed again.
Sheikh Roozbehan Tomb, Shiraz
This building which is a tomb of one of the known Iranian Gnostics is located in the east Shiraz.
At present only a small part of this tomb has remained and the tombs of
the Sheikh along with those of his sons and grand children are located
within the area. In 1967 a new structure was constructed on these
graves.
Sibveyh Tomb, Shiraz
Abu
Bashar Amrobne Osman known as Sibveyh was one of the most famous
scientist of the time. He is the author of the book "Alketab". His tomb
is located in Sang-e-Siyah to the north of Kazeroon Gate of Shiraz. Recently an interesting structure has been constructed on his tomb.
Other Tombs, Fars
Other
historical tombs of province include: Shah Da’ie Ala Allah mausoleum,
Sheikh Muhammad Lahiji mausoleum, Seyed Mir Muammad mausoleum, Sheikh
Aqta’ mausoleum, Seyed Tajedin Qarib mausoleum in Shiraz, Imamzadeh Bareiz in Lar, Sheikh Moniredin shrine in Mamasani.
Bishapour Ruined City, Kazeroon
This
city was built by Shapour I and included palaces with a large
fire-temple and inscriptions. The main palace has a hall with many
corridors and various verandas and gardens. The plan of the hall is 20
sided.
Ancient City (Takht-e-Tavoos), Shiraz
Located
7 km. from the remains of Persepolis (Takht-e-Jamshid), the ruins of
the city of Estakhr known as Takht-e-Tavoos exists. It includes a stony
gate, columns and walls dating back to the Achaemenian period. Many
archaeological objects have been found at this site, which belong to the
Sassanid, Parthian and Islamic eras.
Firooz Abad Ancient City, Firooz Abad
It
is located to the northwest of the present city of Firooz Abad. The
remainders of the old fortification of the city, stony and brick-made
buildings have covered the area.
The remains of the ancient city of Firooz Abad constitute one of the most valuable historical sites of Iran.
Hakvan Hill, Kazeroon
It
is one of the archaeological hills of the Fars Province, where many
pieces of pre-historic ceramics and remains of a building dating back to
the Achaemenian period have been found. This hill is on top of a white
rocky foundation which is 24 m. long and 10 m. wide in size. In this
vicinity a few long spears were discovered with royal emblems such as a
crown on them.
Hassan Qazi Ancient City, Safarbeg Village
This
city is located 3 km northeast of the Safar Beig Village. The main
residential areas of the city along with towers and fortifications still
remain. This city is probably the same Touj city that was conquered by
Kalam-ebne Abalhesar, Commander of Omar-ebne Khatab which became the
center of Muslim activities.
Marvdasht Archaeological Hills, Marvdasht
Scientific
discoveries and researches indicate that different civilizations have
been living in this vast plain. Many imprinted ceramic vessels along
with implements and tools have remained from those civilizations. These
date back to 3500 B.C.
Takht-e-Soleiman, Marvdasht
Over
the mountain to the north of the Passargadae plain, there is a
beautiful area with large stony-white walls, in which many artifacts
have been found. Thus, witnessing the reality that this place had been
inhabited even before the Achaemenian period, and was most probably used
as a praying site. The discovered objects belong to 4000 B.C.
Teimoorian Hill, Kooshk Village, Shiraz
This
hill is located 1 km. west of the Kooshak Village in Arsanjan. Since
2500 B.C. up to the Islamic period, dead bodies used to be buried in
this hill.
In
some of these graves many interesting objects such as ceramic dishes
(red or gray in color) with black patterns as well as jewelry (i.e.
rings, necklaces, pins) and animal shaped ceramic statues have been
found.
Other Ancient Cities and Archaeological Hills
Other
ancient cities and archaeological hills includes: The ancient city of
Cheshmeh-ye-Sardo in Noor Abad, Qasr-e-Bahram Archaeological Hills in
Dehbid - Shiraz Road,
Rigei and Siyah Archaeological Hills in Darab, Hassan Abad Castle and
Kamin Archaeological Hills in Hassan Abad, Shafa Archaeological Hills 17
km. from Persepolis and Jari archaeological hills at 16 km south of
Persepolis.
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