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September 17, 2025

Building for the King: The Sasanian Canal and Royal Garden at Qaṣr‐e Šīrīn, Western Iran

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The royal garden highlights complex landscape design, including areas for ceremonies, sports, and rituals, showcasing Sasanian architectural expertise.
Constructed under King Ḵosrow II, the garden spans 147.3 hectares, symbolizing political authority and the empire's engineering abilities.
The integration of a Zoroastrian fire temple within the garden reflects the interplay between state power and religious ideology in Sasanian society.
The study illustrates how the garden served not only as a recreational space but also as a manifestation of imperial ideology and authority.

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Summary This paper examines the architectural design and sophisticated hydraulic infrastructure of the Royal Garden at Qaṣr‐e Šīrīn, constructed during the late Sasanian period under the patronage of King Ḵosrow II (r. 590–628). Encompassing 147.3 hectares, the garden was organized into distinct areas intended for courtly ceremonies, religious rites, polo games, and controlled hunts, reflecting a complex and multifaceted approach to landscape design. This article posits that the garden and its associated hydraulic infrastructure were not merely displays of the engineering prowess of the empire, but also a symbolic manifestation of political authority of the Sasanian king. The juxtaposition of the palace and the Zoroastrian fire temple within the garden underscores the interconnectedness of state and religion, creating a powerful visual narrative of imperial ideology.

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