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The Persian Empire (Persian: امپراتوری ایران) was a series of historical empires that ruled over the Iranian plateau, the original Persian homeland, and beyond in Western Asia, Central Asia and the Caucasus. Today both names of Persia and Iran are common; 'Persia' mostly historical and cultural issues and 'Iran' mostly for political issues.
The most widespread entity considered to have been a Persian Empire was the Achaemenid Empire (550–330 BC) under Darius and Xerxes (or Xerkes) — famous in antiquity as the foe of the classical Greek states (See Greco-Persian Wars) — a united Persian kingdom that originated in the region now known as Pars province of Iran/Persia.
It was formed under Cyrus the Great, who overthrew the empire of the Medes, and conquered much of the middle east, including the territories of the Babylonians (Asuristan), the Phoenicians, and the Lydians. Cyrus' son, Cambyses, continued Cyrus' conquests by conquering Egypt.
Most of the…

وطن یعنی وطن استان به استان
خراسان، سیستان، سمنان، لرستان
کویر لوت، کرمان، یزد، ساری
سپاهان، هگمتانه، بختیاری
طبس، بوشهر، کردستان، مریوان
دو آذربایجان، ایلام، گیلان
سنندج، فارس، خوزستان، تهران
بلوچستان و هرمزگان و زنجان
وطن یعنی دلی از عشق لبریز
گره باف ظریف فرش تبریز
وطن یعنی هنر یعنی سپاهان
حریر دستباف فرش کاشان
وطن یعنی ز هر ایل و تباری
وطن را پاسبانی، پاسداری
وطن یعنی دلیر و گرد با هم
وطن یعنی بلوچ و کرد با هم
وطن یعنی سواران و سواری
لر و کرد و یموت و بختیاری
وطن یعنی سرای ترک با پارس
وطن یعنی خلیج تا ابد فارس

Masooleh Village
This village is situated in the south west of Fooman, 63 km. from Rasht. It enjoys a moderate climate. Local architecture, springs, waterfalls, the 'Rood Khan' River and dense forests all make it an attractive tourism spot. Masooleh's integrated architecture and its houses are of two storeys. These comprise of an entrance corridor, cellers and other unique architectural features, and are linked to each other by a staircase. Such that the terrace of each house is the court-yard of the house above.
The presence of the ancient Own Ebne Ali and Own Ebne Mohammad in Masooleh are pilgrimage sites and hold cultural importance.

Anzali Wetland, Anzali,Iran
It extends to the south western coast of the Caspian Sea, west of the Sefid Rood delta and south of the port of Anzali. Rivers, streams and water from irrigation drains into this wetland, which covers an area of more than 100 square kilometers. Most of the rivers terminating in this wetland take their source in the mountains of Talesh, and after a steep incline end up in the plains. Apart from the economical and environmental aspect, it plays an important role in Gilan's social, geographical, political and cultural atmosphere. It is also of importance in connection with several scientific backgrounds such as zoology, biology and environmental studies.
The wetland displays a spectacular view. Its aqua atomshere is a suitable bed for the spawning of various types of fish, which play an important role in the economy of the region. This wetland is one of the best and…

I am so proud to be Persian, we have the best food, the most beautiful women, not to mention a strong culture.
No, I am not a terrorist.
I don't live in a tent in a desert.
I speak Farsi.
Iran is pronounced "EERAUN" and not "I - ran" (it's not track & field).
News flash: Iran and Iraq are two different countries; middle east is a region and NOT a continent; and camels are not our way of transportation.
Belly dancers are NOT strippers: anyways belly dancing is an Arabic dance, it never came from Iran.
The next time you play back gammon or polo; keep in mind persians gave you your game.
Persian women are just as outspoken (if not more) and liberal as European women; and what the hell is "soccer"? -We also call it Football.
Iran is the first country on earth to have a lion(male) and a…