Monday, October 29, 2018

October 29: Cyrus the Great Memorial Day


The Tomb of Cyrus the great is the most important monument in Pasargadae, represents the mastery of Cyrus the Great, first Persian king who was set up the first Persian dynasty 2000 years ago. It is located just 141km far from Shiraz, north east from Persepolis. October 29 is nominated as the day of “Cyrus the Great”, the King of Persia, who declared the first charter of human rights in the world. Iranians believe that October 29 is the anniversary of the entrance of Cyrus into Babylon. The most prominent event of the day is gathering in the tomb of Cyrus, located in Pasargadae and commemorate Cyrus the Great. Thanks to Nazanin for taking this of our Dutch travelers in Pasargadae.

October 29 is nominated as the day of “Cyrus the Great”, the King of Persia, who declared the first charter of human rights in the world. Iranians believe that October 29 is the anniversary of the entrance of Cyrus into Babylon.
Nazanin accompanied our Dutch travelers in Pasargadae.

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