THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Astyages
The fourth and last king of the Medes (585–550 BC)
Astyages was born approximate in Ecbatana, Iran and died in 550 BCE.
Born
approximate
Died: in 550 BCE
Source:
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- Birthplace
- Ecbatana, Iran
- Professions
- sovereign
More about Astyages
Family
- Child
- Amytis
- Father
- Cyaxares
- Child
- Mandane of Media
- Sibling
- Amytis of Media
- Spouse
- Aryenis
All birth date sources
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Questions people ask
Where was Astyages born?
Astyages was born in Ecbatana, Iran.