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Qarun Treasure


 

The Qârun Treasure (the treasure of Croesus) is a mythical treasure in the Persian literature belonging to the proverbial wealthy King Croesus of Lydia. It is said to be in perpetual motion under the ground.

Related Topics:
Croesus - Persian literature - Lydia

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Ganj-e-Qarun (Croesus Treasure) is also an Iranian movie made in 1965 by Siamak Yasami. The movie recounts the story of a very wealthy man attempting suicide and finding happiness in the simplicity of a pauper's home. It is widely regarded as one of the classics of Iranian cinema.

Related Topics:
Iranian - Iranian cinema

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