The ancient city of Darabgerd: a gem in the heart of Persia
History and history:
The ancient city of Darabgerd, which is also called Daragerd or Darabjerd, is several thousand years old and was built during the Achaemenid period. In its time, this city was one of the five important states of Pars and enjoyed a lot of prosperity. Historians and advanced Iranian writers attribute the foundation of the city of Darabgerd to Darab Shah, a descendant of Esfandiar.
Location:
Darabgerd is located 6 kilometers south of Darab city in Fars province. This city is located in a wide and flat plain and is bounded by mountains on three sides and plains on one side.
Architecture and structure:
Darabgerd, with its unique architecture, is known as the first circular city in Iran and the world. This city had long and thick walls with a diameter of 3 meters, magnificent gates, and regular streets. In the center of the city there is a salt mountain with a height of 400 meters, which is said to have been the place of the palace of the ruler of the city.
Tourist Attractions:
In addition to its unique architecture and structure, Darabgerd has many tourist attractions, including the Following:
Salt Mountain: This mountain, located in the center of the city, is known as one of the natural wonders. It is said that in the past there were salt mines in this mountain and the people of the city used to extract salt from it.
Aqueduct: There have been many aqueducts in the city through which the water needed by the city has been supplied. One of these aqueducts named Bahman aqueduct is still running.
Tombs: Around the city, there are many tombs, including the tomb of Bahman, the son of Esfandiar.
Relief: Near the city, there is a relief of Sassanid Shapur I carved on a mountain rock.
