Medieval Persia

Medieval Persia, roughly from the 7th to 15th centuries, was a vibrant region marked by the rise of powerful Persian empires like the Abbasid Caliphate and later the Seljuks and Mongols. It was a center of cultural, scientific, and literary achievements, fostering innovations in mathematics, medicine, and philosophy. Persian cities such as Baghdad, Nishapur, and Shiraz thrived as hubs of learning and commerce. The era saw significant changes, including Islamic influence and the influx of new peoples and ideas, shaping a rich, diverse society that laid the groundwork for future Persian culture and identity.