Sri Lanka, April 24 -- Iran's cultural heritage reflects the grandeur and beauty of the golden age of the Persian Empire. In the 6th century BC, Iran was home to the first world empire. Iran is considered as one of the cradles of civilisation. Due to its dominant geo-political position and rich history in the world, Iran has had a significant impact on the world through art, architecture, poetry, science and has heavily influenced cultures and peoples as far away as Italy, Macedonia, and Greece to the West, Russia and Eastern Europe to the North, the Arabian Peninsula to the South, and the Indian subcontinent and East Asia. The Persian Empire, a powerhouse in ancient times left an indelible mark on culture, philosophy and governance.

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