Battle of the Persian Gate

Iran / Kohgiluyeh-e Boyerahmad / Yasuj /
 battlefield, place with historical importance, historic landmark
The Battle of the Persian Gate was fought at the Persian Gate northeast of today's Yasuj in Iran between a Persian army led by Ariobarzan and the invading Macedonian army of Alexander the Great. In the winter of 330 BC, Ariobarzan led a last stand of the Persian forces[5][6] against Alexander's forces and successfully held the Macedonian army at bay for 30 days.[7] But, ultimately, Ariobarzan could not stop Alexander from invading Persepolis and conquering the Persian Empire.

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Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_the_Persian_Gate
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Coordinates:   30°42'32"N   51°37'29"E

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