The Synthesis of "Persian renaissance"

Discover the Samanid Empire, a Persian dynasty that championed a cultural and scientific golden age in Central Asia from the 9th to the 10th century.

Discover the Persian Empire, the world's first superpower founded by Cyrus the Great, and its lasting impact on global civilization and governance.

Discover the Il-Khanid dynasty, the Mongol rulers who reshaped Persia, ended a caliphate, and sparked a unique cultural renaissance.

Discover the Sassanian Empire, the last pre-Islamic Persian dynasty that stood as a world power and shaped the culture of the Middle East and beyond.

A look at the Greco-Persian Wars, the pivotal conflict that saw Greek city-states clash with the Persian Empire, shaping the course of history.

An overview of the 700-year conflict between the Roman and Persian empires, a series of wars that reshaped the ancient world.

Discover the Safavid Empire, a dynasty that established Shi'a Islam in Iran, sparked a cultural golden age, and shaped modern Persian identity.

Explore the reign of Xerxes I, the Persian king known for his massive invasion of Greece and grand construction projects like the Gate of All Nations.

Discover the Sasanian dynasty, the last great Persian empire before the rise of Islam, renowned for its cultural achievements and rivalry with Rome.

Discover Nader Shah, the 18th-century ruler who reunited Persia, conquered Delhi, and became one of history's most brilliant military commanders.