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Tagh-e-Bostan
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One of
the most impressive reliefs inside the
largest grotto or ivan is the gigantic
equestrian figure of the Sassanid king
Khosrau II (591-628 CE) mounted on his
favorite charger, Shabdiz. Both horse
and rider are arrayed in full battle
armor.
The arch rests on two columns that bear
delicately carved patterns showing the
tree of life or the sacred tree. Above
the arch and located on two opposite
sides are figures of two winged angles
with diadems.
Around the outer layer of the arch, a
conspicuous margin has been carved,
jagged with flower patterns. These
patterns are also found in the official
costumes of Sassanid kings.
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