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Elymais
Elymais was an autonomous state at the head of the Persian Gulf in Susiana, often a vassal of the Parthians. Most of its people probably descended from the ancient Elamites. The Sasanians ended it in the early 3rd century.
Key facts
| Dates | 147 BCE – 222 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Iran & Central Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Susa |
| Religion(s) | Elamite and Iranian religion |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.