Seleucia-Ctesiphon

Seleucia-Ctesiphon was an ancient metropolis located near modern-day Baghdad, Iraq, serving as the capital of the Parthian and later Sassanian Empires. It was a major cultural, economic, and political hub along the Silk Road, thriving from the 2nd century AD until the Arab conquest in the 7th century. The city was known for its grand architecture, including the massive Taq Kasra arch. As a center of Zoroastrian religion and Persian culture, Seleucia-Ctesiphon played a crucial role in shaping the history and heritage of Iran and the broader region.