Historic site · Iran
Naqsh-e Rostam
Ancient necropolis in Fars province, Iran
About Naqsh-e Rostam
Naqsh-e Rostam is an ancient archeological site and necropolis located about 13 km northwest of Persepolis, in Fars province, Iran. A collection of ancient Iranian rock reliefs are cut into the face of the mountain and the mountain contains the final resting place of four Achaemenid kings, notably king Darius the Great and his son, Xerxes. This site is of great significance to the history of Iran and to Iranians, as it contains various archeological sites carved into the rock wall through time for more than a millennium from the Elamites and Achaemenids to the Sasanians. It lies a few hundred meters from Naqsh-e Rajab, with a further four Sasanian rock reliefs, three celebrating kings and one a high priest.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: April, October – November
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Naqsh-e Rostam
Where is Naqsh-e Rostam?
Naqsh-e Rostam is in Iran. The nearest city is Marvdasht, about 15 km away.
When is the best time to visit Naqsh-e Rostam?
The most comfortable months to visit Naqsh-e Rostam are April, October – November: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
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