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Paleolithic
Mesolithic
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Iron Age
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Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Mount Behistun, located in Kermanshah Province, Iran, is an archaeological site of great historical significance due to the Behistun Inscription. This monumental inscription, carved during the reign of Darius I in the 6th century BCE, is a multilingual narrative that provides insights into the Persian Empire's history and administration. The inscription was crafted on a flat rock face of the mountain and is an extraordinary example of ancient Persian epigraphy. It serves as a critical source for understanding the languages and script of the time, being inscribed in three different languages. The site is also embedded in local cultural tradition through Persian legends. As a testament to the artistic and communicative achievements of the Achaemenid Empire, Mount Behistun stands as a crucial archaeological and historical landmark.
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