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A 29-foot bronze statue of Cyrus the Great, an ancient Persian king from 2,500 years ago, was installed this week at Pardis Park in Atlanta, bringing years of effort by community members to completion, reported October 22, 2026. To the people who spent years bringing the statue to the city, there is no more fitting place in America for the symbol of ancient tolerance and religious freedom. The installation of the monumental sculpture marks a significant cultural addition to Atlanta's landscape and reflects the city's diverse communities.