🏛️ Sassanid Archaeological Landscape of Fars Region
Early Sassanid cities, palaces, and fortifications in southeastern Iran
📋 Fast Facts
- UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 2018
- Sassanid Empire period: 3rd to 7th centuries CE
- Eight archaeological sites across Firuzabad, Bishapur, and Sarvestan
- Located in southeastern Fars Province, Iran
The Sassanid Archaeological Landscape of Fars Region comprises eight archaeological sites that document the rise and development of the Sassanid Empire, one of the ancient world's major powers. Established by Ardashir I in the 3rd century CE, these sites showcase the empire's architectural innovations, urban planning, and cultural achievements across three geographically distinct clusters in southeastern Iran ...