Susa (modern Shush)

Susa, known today as Shush in Iran, is an ancient city that was a major cultural, political, and economic center in Mesopotamian and Elamite history. Located near the Tigris River, it served as the capital of Elam and later a vital city within Persia. Susa is famous for its archaeological sites, including monumental palaces, advanced art, and inscriptions from various civilizations. Its strategic location made it a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange, shaping regional history for thousands of years. Today, Susa’s ruins provide valuable insights into ancient Elamite, Persian, and Mesopotamian civilizations.