Tall-e-Takht

Iran / Fars / Marv Dasht /
 fortification, stonemasonry, historic ruins, tourist attraction
At the northeastern end of Pasargadae is the citadel, called Tall-e Takht, "throne hill". It probably dates to the reign of Cyrus the Great (r.559-530), although it may also be a bit older than Pasargadae itself. The impressive western wall, made of beautifully carved regular stones, is about as old, and not unlike, Masjid-e Solaiman: the walls of both monuments were fitted together without mortar, but by using metal clamps.
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Coordinates:   30°12'28"N   53°11'6"E
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