Cyrus the Great
Cyrus the Great was the founder of the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BCE, known for his innovative approach to governance and respect for the cultures of the lands he conquered. His establishment of the first known charter of human rights, the Cyrus Cylinder, remains a significant artifact in the study of ancient history.
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Iran:
Cyrus the Great declared Nowruz as a national holiday in the Achaemenid Empire.
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Romania:
Cyrus the Great owned the oldest known Persian garden in Pasargadae.
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