Iran - Squiz the World goes to...

Squiz the World goes to... Iran Each fortnight, we give the world globe a spin and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia, and the world, on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people. Join your captain, Christie Kijurina, on an audio adventure. Today, we're flying to Iran, a country once known as Persia, with a history stretching back thousands of years. From the ancient ruins of Persepolis and the poetry of Hafez and Rumi, to saffron-filled kitchens and bustling modern cities, there’s so much to discover. So, buckle up and get ready to explore Iran. For the full episode transcript, click here. Links: Map of Iran and the Middle East Landscapes of Iran Timeline of the MANY rulers of Ancient Persia A Persian fable - Bozee the goat, and the fox Famous Persian poems and poets Khoresh recipe Saffron facts for kids