Why Persia now named Iran
Since Iran now occupies central position on the world stage it would be relevant to know why it was changed from Persia its ancient name…..
Since Iran now occupies central position on the world stage it would be relevant to know why it was changed from Persia its ancient name…..
In Antiquity, the refion was termed as ‘Iran Vej’. Shortened form of ‘Airyanaam Vaeja’ – Meaning the Doorway to the land of Aryans.
During the exodus towards south, due to the shifting of the axis, the Aryans reached the Plains of Iran. They termed it ‘Airyanaam Vaeja’ The Gateway to the Aryan land. Hence it got its name IRAN.
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Burjor Daboo