Gate of All Nations, Persepolis

Name: Gate of All Nations
Address: Persepolis, Iran

#4 among attractions in Persepolis

Achaemenid architecture, Ruins

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The Gate of All Nations also known as the Gate of Xerxes, is located in the ruins of the ancient city of Persepolis, Iran. ()

Local name: کاخ دروازه کشورها Coordinates: 29°56'2"N, 52°53'25"E

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Persepolis Iran

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Gate of All Nations – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tachara, Apadana, Persepolis Museum, Hall of 100 Columns.

~410 ftE
Achaemenid architecture, Archaeological site
Tachara, Persepolis
2 min walk • The Tachara, or the Tachar Château, also referred to as the Palace of Darius the Great, was the exclusive building of Darius I at Persepolis, Iran. It is located 70 km northeast of the modern city of Shiraz in Fars Province.
~460 ftNW
Achaemenid architecture, Historical place
Apadana, Persepolis
3 min walk • Apadana is a large hypostyle hall in Persepolis, Iran. It belongs to the oldest building phase of the city of Persepolis, in the first half of the 6th century BC, as part of the original design by Darius the Great.
~440 ftN
City, Historical place, Sculpture
Persepolis Museum, Persepolis
3 min walk • Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It is situated in the plains of Marvdasht, encircled by southern Zagros mountains of Iran. Modern day Shiraz is situated 60 kilometres southwest of the ruins of Persepolis. The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BC.
~540 ftNE
29°56'7"N • 52°53'28"E
Hall of 100 Columns, Persepolis
3 min walk • Historical place, Ruins

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Gate of All Nations open?

Gate of All Nations is open:

Monday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Thursday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Friday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Saturday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Sunday 8 am - 6:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Gate of All Nations?

Nearby attractions include Tachara, Persepolis (2 min walk), Persepolis Museum, Persepolis (3 min walk), Apadana, Persepolis (3 min walk), Hall of 100 Columns, Persepolis (3 min walk).