ABSTRACT
This chapter focuses on the evolution of our understanding of Pasargadae through archaeological approaches since its association with Cyrus the Great was established at the end of the nineteenth century. It demonstrates that the understanding of the original function of this place has been subjected to radical change. The Italian restoration team which had been at work at Persepolis since 1964 for the Iranian Ministry for Culture, was requested to undertake preservation, consolidation and some restoration at Pasargadae. The Pasargadae region has good climatic conditions. The registration of Pasargadae in the World Heritage list constitutes both a constraint for the archaeological activities, presentation and development of the site and its region and an opportunity to organise them within a series of clearly defined projects. For building and conducting these projects specialists of various fields should be called for collaboration.
