Iran, or Persia as it was formerly known, is a country with a long and rich history stretching back thousands of years and where many civilisations thrived. With 24 historical sites registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List and each with its own story to tell, Iran offers an incredible variety of archaeological and cultural wonders.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original content at https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1871/discovering-the-glories-of-persia/.