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About Persepolis: Persepolis in Iran was the grand ceremonial capital of the Persian Empire, begun around 518 BC. Its great hall, the Apadana, had towering stone columns and could hold thousands of people. Giant winged bulls with human heads, called lamassu, guarded its Gate of All Nations. Giant winged bulls with human heads guarded its gate
Location: On a great stone terrace in southern Iran · Country: Iran · Built: It was begun around 518 BC by King Darius I · Type: The ceremonial capital of the Persian Empire · Size: A vast palace complex on a huge raised terrace · Famous For: Its towering columns and carved stairways · Age: It is about 2,500 years old · Seen Today: Rows of towering columns, carved staircases and gateways still stand