The showdown between the ancient Greek city states and the Achaemenid Empire of Persia was one of the pivotal moments of ...

While Athens and Sparta dominate the history book, there are lesser-known ancient Greek city-states that contributed to Greek ...

Persepolis, an ancient city located in the Fars Province of Iran, stands as one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world. Founded by Darius the Great in 518 BCE, it served as the ...

More than 300 million people in Iran and beyond celebrate the ancient holiday. It’s tied to the spring equinox and has roots in the Persian Empire. Here’s what to know. By Aimee Ortiz Nowruz ...