Persepolis, World Heritage site in Iran

Photo taken in November 2016 shows the main gate of Persepolis in Iran, a World Heritage site. With the ruins of Persepolis suffering from cracks due to the impact of climate change, archaeologists are looking to international aid to help them preserve the ancient structures. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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