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Where Is the Tomb of Cyrus the Great Located?

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  • The tomb is situated in Pasargadae, Iran, near the ancient capital.
  • It is a small gabled stone structure on a six-tiered platform.
  • The tomb remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Alexander the Great reportedly visited and paid his respects.

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