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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)?
Why did the Greeks consider the Persians to be barbarians?
The Greeks considered the Persians to be barbarians mainly due to cultural differences. The Persians were seen as having a different religion, language, dress, and behavior from the Greeks, which made them seem exotic and strange. Moreover, there were historical conflicts between the two cultures, such as the Persian Wars, which further fueled their hostility towards each other.