An extraordinary and rare photo of Persepolis as narrated by Naser al-Din Shah: a unique document from the hidden treasure of the Qajar king

Monday, February 16, 2026

SAEDNEWS: A Never-Before-Seen Image of Persepolis Appears in Naser al-Din Shah’s Photo Albums Newly Opened to the Public

An extraordinary and rare photo of Persepolis as narrated by Naser al-Din Shah: a unique document from the hidden treasure of the Qajar king

According to the History and Culture Service of Saed News, Naser al-Din Shah Qajar had a particular passion for photography and left behind numerous albums capturing images from his time. One of these albums, now publicly accessible for the first time, contains rare and unique photographs of Iran’s historical sites. Among these images is a photograph of Persepolis that had never been seen before.

Persepolis, one of Iran’s most important archaeological sites, has long drawn the attention of kings, scholars, and travelers both domestically and internationally. This high-quality, detailed image provides a unique perspective of the historic complex, making it especially valuable and fascinating for researchers and enthusiasts of Iranian history and art. The reopening of this album and the release of its photographs offer the public an extraordinary opportunity to explore a visual chapter of Iran’s history.



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