Summary Samira gives a remarkable account of the clash between two powerful civilisations and explains how Iran preserved its distinctive language and culture despite the Arab conquest of Persia in AD651. From Zoroastrian fire temples to the fabled bazaars of Aladdin and an ancient magical storybook that became Iran's national myth, this second episode in the series reveals how the country has proudly held onto its Persian identity, art and literature to this day.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Samira Ahmed
Genres : History Documentary
Release date : Jun 21, 2020
Countries of origin : United States United Kingdom
Language : English
Production companies : BBC Four
Summary Samira gives a remarkable account of the clash between two powerful civilisations and explains how Iran preserved its distinctive language and culture despite the Arab conquest of Persia in AD651. From Zoroastrian fire temples to the fabled bazaars of Aladdin and an ancient magical storybook that became Iran's national myth, this second episode in the series reveals how the country has proudly held onto its Persian identity, art and literature to this day.
Genres : History Documentary
Release date : Jun 21, 2020
Countries of origin : United States United Kingdom
Language : English
Production companies : BBC Four
