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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Tāq Kasrā, also known as the Arch of Ctesiphon, is a monumental remnant of the Sasanian Empire located near the modern town of Salman Pak, Iraq. This impressive structure, believed to have been constructed between the 3rd and 6th centuries CE, served as the facade of the main palace in Ctesiphon, a pivotal city of the Parthian and Sassanid dynasties. It features a massive arched iwan hall that stands about 37 meters high, showcasing advanced architectural techniques of its era, such as the use of unreinforced brickwork. The site has seen various phases, including its conversion to a mosque after the Arab conquest in 637 CE. Despite partial reconstruction attempts and damage over the centuries, Tāq Kasrā remains a significant link to ancient Persian architectural and cultural achievements.
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