304K views · 8.2K reactions | Darius the Great ruled the massive Achaemenid Empire during its golden age. The Apadana Palace was where he received tribute from all of the nations in the empire. Watch new episodes of #Unearthed Sundays at 9p on Science Channel. | Science Channel | Facebook

King Darius the Great carved his resume into a mountain to secure his rule over the Persian Empire. #history #ancienthistory #archaeology | Untold Ancient History

296K views · 5.1K reactions | This I visited the ancient tomb of...

1.8M views · 31K reactions | The Tomb of Darius I, carved into a cliff at Naqsh-e Rostam in Iran, is a powerful symbol of the ancient Persian Empire. Darius stands on a platform supported by the nations he ruled, with Ahura Mazda above him, showing his divine authority. Inscriptions share his values and the vast reach of his empire. #iran | The Bearded Backpacker | Facebook