Ancient empire known for its rugs (6)
I believe the answer is:
persia
(Other definitions for persia that I've seen before include "Iran, formerly" , "Aspire to this old country" , "Old Iran" , "Old land" , "It's now known as Iran" .)
I believe the answer is:
persia
(Other definitions for persia that I've seen before include "Iran, formerly" , "Aspire to this old country" , "Old Iran" , "Old land" , "It's now known as Iran" .)