Which empires used Ctesiphon as their capital?
The Roman and Byzantine Empires
The Parthian and Sasanian Empires
The Ottoman and Persian Empires
The British and French Empires
Answer
Ctesiphon served as a royal capital for over eight hundred years during the Parthian and Sasanian eras. It was a significant political and economic center during these periods.
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