The Persians: A History of Iran

Journalist Samira Ahmed reveals how Persia's powerful kings built a vast empire that was the envy of the ancient world.

Samira tells the story of the clash between two powerful civilizations and why Iran was the only country in the Middle East to preserve its language and culture.

Samira travels to the crumbling ruins of an ancient walled city and reflects back to when Persia faced its gravest threat: Genghis Khan.