The ancient complex of Bistoun (also spelled as: Bistoon and Behistoun), located in the west of Iran in Kermanshah
province, is known for its pre-Islamic heritages hidden in the heart of
mountains. This complex has been on the way of the ancient Silk Road between
Babylon and Ecbatana, connecting west to east.
1. The honorable remembrance of victory.
This wonderful 2500-year-old rock relief on the altitude of 80 meters is
related to Achaemenid era. It is known as the oldest and biggest written
document from the ancient times and that is why it has been registered as a
world heritage site by the UNESCO.
This inscription describes the autobiography of Darius the great king and
the story of his victory over “Goomateh Mogh” in three languages. The old
Persian text in 414 line, Elimate text in 593 lines and Babylonian text in 112
line. The relief in the middle of the texts shows nine arrested rebels tied with
a rope parading in front of Darius and two guards standing behind him.
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| Bistoun relief. |
