Tall-e Takht Fortification

One of the buildings in Pasargadae is the Tall-e Takht fortification. Part of the castle has collapsed, but it is still one of Shiraz's tourist attractions.

In Shiraz, there are valuable monuments, one of which is the Tall-e Takht fortification. The building is located in a complex called Pasargadae. Tall-e Takht fortification is also called Darius Fortress. Darius was the fourth Achaemenid king (including the false Bardiya) who ordered to building of Persepolis. He also ordered to build the Tall-e Takht fortification in the margin of Pasargadae.

It was built on an area of two hectares. The Tall-e Takht fortification was used as a ritual and religious edifice in ancient Iran, and the Achaemenid kings protected who fort by constructing fortresses, towers, and walls. In this fortress, there are pillared halls, storerooms, rooms, and platforms. This building was discovered by David Stronach about 40 years ago

• Where to stay?

  
   
  • Shiraz is one of the most touristy cities in Iran. For this reason, there are many hotels and ecolodges. There are five-star hotels in Shiraz, and the best options are:
    • Zandiyeh Hotel: The Zandiyeh Hotel is located on Hejrat St in Shiraz, Fars Province.
    • Grand Shiraz: this hotel is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, Quran Square.
    • Chamran Hotel: this hotel is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, Chamran Blvd, Iran.
       
  • Four-star hotels can also be a good choice for staying. You can book a room at:
    • Karim Khan Hotel: The Karimkhan Hotel is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, Roudaki Street.
    • Saadi Park Hotel: this hotel is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, Hafez.
    • Park Hotel: The Park Hotel is located on the Zand crossroad and downtown Shiraz.
    • Setaregan Hotel: This hotel is located on Azadi Boulevard in Shiraz, Fars Province.
       
  • But if five- or four-star hotels are expensive, it is better to choose less-star hotels. There are three and two-star hotels in Shiraz, such as:
    • Arg Hotel: this hotel is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, Takhti Street.
    • Eram Hotel: The Eram Hotel is located on Karim Khan Ave, Shiraz, Fars Province.
    • Niayesh Hotel: The Niayesh Hotel is located on Abbasi Kalantari Alley in Shiraz, Fars Province.
       
  • If you prefer traditional houses, it is best to choose Ecolodge. The best ecolodges in Shiraz are:
    • Khane Baqe Irani: the Khane Baqe Irani Traditional House is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, W Moshir Street.
    • The Homayouni House: this ecolodge is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, No.16, First Dd. End, 12/2 Lane, 12 Alley, Lotf Ali Khan, Zand St.
    • Panj Dari traditional house: the Panj Dari traditional house is located in Fars Province, Shiraz, 9 Day Street.
       

• What is the best time to go?

If you want to visit the orange blossoms and enjoy the favorable weather in Shiraz, you can travel to this city in May. But in general, you should know that Shiraz's climate is warm and dry.

• Getting there?

The Tall-e Takht fortification is near Pasargadae. You have to go to Pasargadae to visit this building. After reaching the Pasargadae Complex, you must go about two kilometers northeast to reach this monument. Visiting the building is possible every day from 9 am to 6 pm.