An Empire that Perished in Flames: Persepolis (Parsa)

A fascinating streaming video from the World Heritage 100 Series, which tells the history of the palace complex. Run time: 3 mins

An amazing 360 panoramic tour of the ruins, including Xerxes' "Gate of All Nations"!

The Oriental Institute - Persian Studies

Royal Achaemenid inscriptions, archaeological surveys, and site photography.

Persepolis Recreated

A dazzling virtual reconstruction of the palace complex.

Persepolis 3D

Another, just as intriguing, virtual reconstruction of the site.

Achaemenid Persia - A History Resource by Mark Drury

A fantastic resource on Achaemenid Persia, containing information on the achievements, events and the individuals that shaped its history.

Persian Kings in the Bible

A detailed listing of where to find the Achaemenid rulers in the scriptures.

The Achaemenid Persian Empire

The Metropolitan Museum's brief summary on the kingdom's history.

The Iran Heritage Foundation

"...a non-political UK registered charity founded in 1995, with the mission to increase awareness about, promote and preserve the history, languages and cultures of Iran."

The Circle of Ancient Iranian Studies (CAIS)

"A website which is designed to provide you with all the information that you need about Ancient Iran and Iranian Peoples"

Encyclopedia Iranica

"Encyclopedia Iranica is a historic undertaking: the most extensive compendium ever conceived on the past and present culture of the people who speak an Iranian language and their contribution to the broader history of human civilization."

The British Institute of Persian Studies

"...an academic body founded in 1961, associated with and financially supported by the British Academy."

A brief note on Persian Classical Music

By Nader Majd

OCPC Magazine

Orange County's award winning Persian arts and entertainment magazine.

Persian Mirror

An eclectic, online Persian culture and community magazine.