The circular pond of Dehbarm in the Firuzabad Plain (Fars, Iran)

We present the preliminary results of our recent find, a circular pond, and its surrounding structures, built in stone masonry Sasanian tradition Dehbarm village, west Firuzabad Plain (Fars, Iran). elaborate on this site suggest it belongs to Early Ardashir-Xurra (Ardaš?r-Xwarrah), first capital complex urban plan plain. Based comparable finds, we interpret as garden settlement, so-called paradise, consider case study for water management landscape manipulation Late Antiquity Greater Fars. Additionally, ponder broader aspect spring-fed ponds architectural tradition. Further investigation, well extensive fieldwork, is planned address aspect.