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What is the general view about Iran (Ancient Persia) in Ancient countries like Greece and Italy (who were empire enemies of ancient Persians)?
How did Roman views of Persia differ from those of the Greeks?
The Romans had a more neutral view of Persia, as they had diplomatic relations with the Parthian Empire, which was the successor state to the Persian Empire. The Romans valued stability in the region and recognized the Parthians as a major power, with whom they could trade and conduct diplomacy. Moreover, the Romans were also influenced by the legacy of ancient Persian culture, such as the Zoroastrian religion, which had a lasting impact on their worldview.