Pasargadae

Pasargadae, the capital of Cyrus the Great (559–530 BC) and also his last resting place, was a city in the ancient Persia. This is today an archaeological site, inscribed among the Iranian UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Cyrus the great, the Iranian emperor, defined the first declaration of Human Rights on Cyrus Cylinder. Cyrus is more admired as a liberator than a conqueror of his vast empire, due to his respect for human rights and the humane treatment of those he ruled.
Enclosed is a rendition of the spirit of his message from the ancient Cylinder in modern English:
1. I declare that I will respect all the traditions, customers and religions of the nations of my empire and never let any of my governors to look down or insult the inhabitants of my nations.
2. If anyone oppresses others, should it happen, I will take his/her right back and penalize the oppressors.
3. Today I declare freedom of religions, all are free to choose any religion, live in all regions and take up any job provided that they never violate other's rights.
For a complete translation, please refer to the British Museum page.