Rostam

Rostam is a legendary hero from ancient Persian literature, most famously featured in the epic poem the Shāh-nāmeh by Ferdowsi. The Shāh-nāmeh recounts the mythical and historical past of Iran, with Rostam playing a central role in many of its tales.1

One of the most well-known stories involving Rostam is his tragic battle with his own son, Sohrab, whom he unknowingly kills. This story, and others featuring Rostam, were preserved in medieval Persian tales and are associated with the rock-cut tombs and reliefs at Naqsh-e Rostam, an ancient archaeological site in Iran.123