This is the oldest country in the world, not India, China, UK, Greece, Italy, US, the name is…

Stories form yore rarely hold any status of confirmation. It is all speculation that we believe. Not everything is documented and sometimes tracing the roots can be challenging. From dating artifacts to marveling the ancient civilization, history piques interest of many. That, in a way makes history more intriguing. Speaking of living and civilisations, ever wondered which the oldest country in the world?

There are a total of 195 countries in the world, out of which 193 are members of the United Nations. These are facts. But who came first? China, Italy, India, Egypt , Greece, Rome are few places that abound in historical richness. Where ancient traditions, tribes amd culture are mostly spoken of, documented and some are lost in translations. However, as per the latest World Population Review, the oldest country is Iran or earlier known as Persia. Iran, commonly known among its denizens as Persia, was a dominant force throughout the world as early as 678 BC. The Islamic Republic of Iran that we know today had its current constitution drafted in 1979. This makes Iran older than 2600 years

It borders Turkey to the northwest, Iraq to the west, Azerbaijan, Armenia, the Caspian Sea, and Turkmenistan to the north, Afghanistan to the east, Pakistan to the southeast, the Gulf of Oman, and the Persian Gulf to the south. The report says that human civilization has existed here for one lakh years.

From towering mountains and enchanting forests to unique geological sites and sprawling deserts, Iran promises an unforgettable journey. With 27 UNESCO World Heritage sites, it ranks as the 10th country globally with the most cultural heritage sites. The Persian Empire, also known as the Achaemenid Empire, lasted from approximately 559 B.C.E. to 331 B.C.E. At its height, it encompassed the areas of modern-day Iran, Egypt, Turkey, and parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.

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