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The Iranian city once home to 15 distinct civilizations

The lost city of Susa was once home to 15 distinct civilizations, dating back to at least 1500 BC. Susa ‘disappeared into the sands of time,’ but now leaves a vast archaeological find that reveals a tale of the Persian Empire's power and ultimate destruction.

Journalist Samira Ahmed visits various cultural sites in Iran to understand the complex past of the Persian Empire and how it influenced the Middle Eastern country.

Watch the full documentary series on BBC Select.