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🕌✨ Taq Kasra: The Magnificent Arch of Persian Architecture ✨🏛️ Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Taq Kasra, also known as the Arch of Ctesiphon. This awe-inspiring Sassanian-era arched gateway stands as a testament to the brilliance of ancient Persian architecture. The Arch of Ctesiphon (Taq Kasra), located 40 km south of Baghdad, was built in the 6th century AD. It is the world’s largest brick vault and the largest free-standing arch constructed until…

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Eternal Serenity: A Fusion of Tradition and Tranquility by Rezvan Yarhaghi @yk_archdaily. 🔗 https://www.amazingarchitecture.com/visualization/eternal-serenity-a-fusion-of-tradition-and-tranquility-by-rezvan-yarhaghi Rezvan Yarhaghi: This luxurious mud brick home, nestled in the heart of an several Persian courtyards, exudes charm and elegance. The courtyard, designed in the archgamified style of ancient Persian architecture, is a captivating blend of tradition and modern luxury. The pattern... Traditional Modern Kitchen, Ancient Persian Architecture, Moroccan Style Home, Mud Brick, Persian Decor, Island Garden, Brick Works, Iranian Architecture, Lobby Interior Design

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Eternal Serenity: A Fusion of Tradition and Tranquility by Rezvan Yarhaghi @yk_archdaily. 🔗 https://www.amazingarchitecture.com/visualization/eternal-serenity-a-fusion-of-tradition-and-tranquility-by-rezvan-yarhaghi Rezvan Yarhaghi: This luxurious mud brick home, nestled in the heart of an several Persian courtyards, exudes charm and elegance. The courtyard, designed in the archgamified style of ancient Persian architecture, is a captivating blend of tradition and modern luxury. The…

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This is an example of a column from the Persian Empire era (559 B.C. - 1600 A.D.). It features addorsed (back-to-back) animals upon the top of the column, which was typical of the time period. Columns similar to this one featured in the photo were usually made of stone, but it was not uncommon for columns in residential homes is be made from wood, covered in plaster, and painted to resemble stone. Most of the carved relief figures were painted also. Persian Column, Achaemenid Architecture, Architecture Antique, Shiraz Iran, Iran Culture, Iran Pictures, Iranian Architecture, Persian Architecture, Ancient Persia

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🕌✨ Taq Kasra: The Magnificent Arch of Persian Architecture ✨🏛️

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The Gate of Xerxes or the Gate of All Nations in Persepolis. It was built during the reign of King Xerxes I (486-465 BC). Alexander the Great destroyed Persepolis in 330BC, turning it into "the place of the forty columns" in revenge against the man who had sacked Athens.

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The Great Mosque of Samarra and the Abu Dulaf Mosque were built in the 9th century and they testify the architectural innovations of the city.

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“Shah Mosque, Isfahan, Iran. It was built during Safavid dynasty under order of Shah Abbas I of Persia. Its construction began in 1611, and its splendour is mainly due to beauty of its seven-colour mosaic tiles and calligraphic inscriptions. #archaeohistories”

Persian Rose 🇺🇸🇮🇷🏳️ on Twitter

“Adding to this long thread Colors of #Persia”

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They're Not Classical, But They're Columns

What is an Egyptian column? What is a Persian column? Learn about columns inspired by Egyptian motifs and those originating in ancient Persia (Iran).

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