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- The stone lion of Hamadan (Persian: شیر سنگی همدان šir-e sangi-ye hamedân) is a historical monument in Hamadan, Iran. The stone lion – one part of the 'Lions' Gate' – sits on a hill. When first built, this statue had a twin counterpart for which they both constituted the old gate of the city.
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The stone lion of Hamadan (Persian: شیر سنگی همدان šir-e sangi-ye hamedân) is a historical monument in Hamadan, Iran. The stone lion – one part of the 'Lions' Gate' – sits on a hill.
Oct 29, 2021 · The Stone Lion of Hamadan, which once had a twin, was part of the old gate of the city of Ecbatana in Persia (modern-day Iran). According to some accounts, the lions were built upon the order of Alexander the Great (r. 336-323 BCE) to commemorate the death of his close companion, Hephaestion (l.c. 356-324 BCE), in 324 BCE.
IRAN/Hamadan/ Location: 34.7860862,48.5219955The stone lion of Hamedan (Shir'e Sangi) is a historical monument in Hamedan, west of Iran. The stone lion, one ...
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The stone lion of Hamada is a historical monument in Hamadan, Iran. The stone lion – one part of the ‘Lions’ Gate’ – sits on a hill where a Parthian-era cemetery is said to have been located.
The 3.56-meter stone-carved statue represents a male couchant lion with a large head and curly mane. It was originally placed at the gate of Hamadan, once known as Bab-al-Asad (the gate of the lion). It is not clear when the statue has been carved exactly.
May 23, 2023 · Nestled atop a hill, the Lion Stone in Hamadan stands as a testament to the city’s rich historical tapestry. This ancient artifact has captivated visitors for centuries, its origins intertwined with fascinating tales of conquest and preservation.
Sep 1, 2015 · The stone lion of Hamadan (Persian: šir-e sangi-ye hamedân) is a historical monument in Hamadan, Iran. The stone lion -one part of the ‘Lions Gate’- sits on a hill where a Parthian era cemetery is said to have been located.
