According to Greek mythology, Perseus was the ancestor of the Persians through descendants who went by the names Perses and Achaemenes.

Audio transcript. AILSA CHANG, HOST: Some pro-Trump religious leaders liken him to two biblical figures - the ancient Persian King Cyrus and the ancient Israelite King Jehu.

Since 1979, Persepolis has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It features massive sculptures and complex carvings of ancient Persian kings, nobles, and deities.

The excavation of an ancient Greek city in Turkey uncovered a stash of gold coins from about 2,500 years ago. The find offers a glimpse into a conflict-ridden time.