prince of Susa

The term "prince of Susa" refers to an official within the ancient Elamite government, specifically during the Middle Elamite period. This individual shared power with the overlord and the viceroy. The prince of Susa was typically the overlord's son or nephew and held significant authority within the district of Susa, which served as the federal capital. This complex system of governance aimed to balance power and manage succession, though it often led to internal strife. Susa itself was a major city, serving as the capital of Elam and later as an administrative center for the Achaemenian kings. The archaeological site of Susa reveals a long history of civilizations, with remains from Neolithic to Sasanian periods.123