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Persia, as Iran was originally known, was an imperial superpower of the ancient world not once but twice, and during its height, it was famed for its culture and learning. First rising to power under the might of Cyrus the Great, the Persian Achaemenid Empire ruled over a vast territory that encompassed the lands of three major early civilizations: Mesopotamia, the Indus Valley, and the Nile Valley of Egypt. They dominated the region from 550 to 330 BCE until the armies of Darius III fell to the conqueror Alexander the Great. After Alexander's untimely death, his empire was divided up among his generals.
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Discover the Sasanian Empire, the last great Persian dynasty before the rise of Islam. Known for its powerful kings, architectural achievements, and clashes with Rome, it shaped the ancient Middle East. Perfect for history lovers and fans of ancient civilizations.
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