Tomb of Daniel
A burial place of the biblical prophet Daniel. Various locations have been named for the site, but the tomb in Susa, Persia, is the most widely accepted, the Tomb of Daniel being first mentioned by Benjamin of Tudela, who visited Asia between 1160 and 1163. Daniel was a Jewish prophet in the Bible who was taken into captivity to Babylon from Jerusalem by King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon around 600 BCE after the destruction of the First Temple.
Description
Daniel was one of the prophet of Israelites who lived in Babylon in the 7th century AD, after a while he and some Jewish members of his tribe immigrated to Iran and chose Susa as their inhabitant. Susa is considered as one of the oldest cities of the world. Some people believed that he was buried in this city after his death.
It is a magnificent attraction, many people with from around the world come to visit Tomb of Daniel. This tomb the prophet was constructed during Seljuk era but it is clear that the ideas of Tchogha Zanbil architectural style was still in the minds of artists. This exterior façade of the tomb shines like pearl from every corner of the city. The dome of the tomb is as tall as 20 meters and is double shelled and surrounded by two 10 meter minarets. This tomb is decorated with Persian Islamic tile works on the west side. The construction of the dome was inspired by the palm tree and is in the shape of steps. Alaedin Travel has perfect tailor made tours and proper accommodation for Ahvaz.
About Daniel prophet
During his exile in Babylon, Daniel rose in ranks of governmental positions of the Babylonian kingdom. According to the Book of Daniel, he was known to possess such wisdom in interpreting dreams and visions that he won the favor and trust of King Nebuchadnezzar. Despite pressure to conform to the polytheist religion of the royal court, Daniel remained true to his Jewish faith and was thrown into a lions’ den as punishment.
The Book of Daniel also mentions that Daniel received prophecies concerning Israel and its destiny from God. Though the Bible mentions that Daniel lived in Babylon (present-day Iraq) at one point and may have lived in Shush, the exact burial site of Daniel is unknown, as the Bible does not specify where it is. Various traditions and legends have claimed his burial site over the years, but the tomb in Shush, Iran is the most widely accepted, serving as a popular pilgrimage site for both Jews and Muslims alike.