ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS : Ancient Persia and Arabian Peninsula For thousands of years before it was known as the Islamic Republic of Iran, the world called this land of enchantment “Persia.” The warmth of the Persian people is legendary, and visitors are considered a gift. Home to some of the world’s most renowned and best-preserved archaeological sites, Iran is a veritable treasure trove of art and history. A look at Ancient Civilizations in Ancient Persia and Arabian Peninsula. During the 4th ce