The Strait of Hormuz — a narrow yet crucial maritime corridor linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and beyond — remains one of the most geopolitically and […]
Credit: National Geographic Cyrus the Great (c. 600–530 BCE) was the visionary founder of the Achaemenid Empire, the world’s first true superpower, centered near the Persian Gulf. Renowned for his military genius, tolerant […]
Discover 10 essential facts about the Persian Gulf—from its strategic maritime significance to biodiversity, energy reserves, and cultural heritage. A must-read for students, maritime professionals, and curious readers worldwide. 🌍 […]
Explore the vast expanse of maritime history, emphasizing the pivotal role of Persian naval power in shaping ancient seafaring and trade networks. How Did Ancient Civilizations Command the Seas? The […]
Did you know that nearly 30% of the world’s seaborne oil trade passes through the Persian Gulf? This vital waterway, often at the center of geopolitics and global commerce, is […]
The Persian Gulf, Iran, and Nowruz (also spelled Norooz or Nowrooz) are three deeply interconnected entities, each representing a pillar of Middle Eastern and Central Asian history, identity, and tradition. […]
Exploring the strategic, cultural, and historical significance of the Persian Gulf in the Islamic world 🌍 Introduction The Persian Gulf, a vital waterway in the Middle East, has played a […]
What is the INSTC Corridor? The International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) is a 7,200-kilometer-long (4,500-mile) multi-modal transport network connecting India, Iran, Russia, Central Asia, and Europe through ship, rail, and […]
Abu Reyhan Biruni (973–1048), one of the greatest Iranian polymaths, made groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy, geography, and physics that were centuries ahead of their time. 600 years before Galileo, he […]
New Evidence Proves Copernicus Directly Copied Iranian Astronomical Models Nicolaus Copernicus (1473–1543) is widely credited as the father of heliocentrism, the revolutionary idea that the Earth orbits the Sun. His […]
