Persian Paradise
To the Persians paradise was a paradeisos or enclosure, a walled garden or parkland. In the arid land of the Persians, a green space well kept and watered filled with trees and shrubs was savored and tremendously enjoyed.
Cyrus II's two palaces at pasargadae, designated by archaeologists as P and S above, stood in gardens as shown. Broad pathways facilitated strolling, while two airy pavillions encouraged contemplative viewing. Water running in channels beside the paths kept the gardens moist and added a glittering and cool effect. A throne was placed in Palace P's portico so that one could view a large inner garden divided into four quadrants. This idea still prevails to this day in the design of Persian Carpets.
Delight your eyes, click on the image to the right to see a Persian garden- vista. An oasis, Cyrus' own view perhaps! Be patient its a large file.
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