The Qajar Dynasty ruled Persia from 1789 to 1925, introducing modern reforms while retaining traditional Islamic beliefs. The dynasty faced external pressures from Russia and Britain but aimed to modernize military, administrative, and educational institutions.Persian mythology, such as tales of the Simurgh and Zoroastrian legends, continued to influence cultural expressions, even as European art and architecture began to shape urban development. Literature, poetry, and artistic movements also thrived during this period.