The Roman general Crassus invaded Parthian imperial territory in southern Turkey in 53 BC. The Parthian army annihilated Crassus’ forces near the city of Carrhae. Around 20,000 Roman soldiers died ...

The Ancients host Tristan Hughes and ancient historian Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones debate some wild theories about Ancient Persia. In this episode of Agree to Disagree, the two historians discuss; 00:00 ...

The ancient Persian aqueducts, known as Qanats, stand as a testament to the ingenuity of early human civilizations. The remarkable construction of these water systems has not only sustained ...

When the ancient Greeks faced the Persians in the Battle of Artemisium, they set the tone for the Battle of Salamis.

The ancient Greeks and Romans invaded Persia multiple times. The risks were high, the logistics complicated, and wars were a ...

On Friday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. the University of Maine School of Performing Arts (SPA) presented a screening of the documentary “Six Centuries, Six Years.” The film portrays the journey of Iranian ...

The Arsacid dynasty, or Arshakuni (247BC-AD224), an ancient ­dynasty that ruled the Parthian empire, has been considered by scholars as having one of the longest reigns over Persia, modern-day Iran.

A viral meme from Iran Embassy featuring Donald Trump has revived the story of Shapur I, the Persian king who captured Roman ...

The santur, an ancient musical instrument with roots in the region now known as Iran, holds a rich history and influence across various cultures. Dating back to 669 B.C., it graced Assyrian and ...