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Fars - Iran

Shiraz

Shiraz  pronunciation is the sixth most populous city of Iran and the capital of Fars Province. In 2009 the population of the city was 1,455,073. Shiraz is located in the southwest of Iran on the Roodkhaneye Khoshk (Dry river) seasonal river. It has a moderate climate and has been a regional trade center for over a thousand years. It is regarded as one of the oldest provinces of ancient Persia. The earliest reference to the city, as Tiraziš, is on Elamite clay tablets dated to 2000 BC.

Located at 29.6167, 52.5333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Cities in Iran, Cities in Fars Province, Iranian provincial capitals, Shiraz, Shiraz County, Former capitals of Iran

Fars Province

Fars Province, originally spelled Pars (پارس)), is one of the 31 provinces and known as Cultural Capital of Iran. It is in the south of the country and its center is Shiraz. It has an area of 122,400 km². In 2006, this province had a population of 4.57 million people, of which 61.2% were registered as urban dwellers, 38.1% villagers, and 0.7% nomad tribes. The etymology of the word "Persian" is derived from the cultural capital of Iran and found in many ancient names associated with Iran.

Located at 29.6167, 52.5333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Provinces of Iran, Fars Province, Pre-Islamic heritage of Iran, Provinces of the Sassanid Empire

Karim Khan

Karim Khan Zand,, (c. 1705 – 1779), was a ruler of Iran, and the founder of the Zand Dynasty. He was born in Village of Pari near Malayer to a family of the Zand tribe of Lak or Lur deportees. Kurdish nationalists such as Abdul Rahman Ghassemlou considered him as a Kurdish hero Modern scholarships such as Wadie Jwaideh suggested his proud Kurdishness. He never styled himself as "shah" or king, and instead used the title Vakil e-Ra'aayaa (Representative of the People).

Located at 29.616, 52.545 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Monarchs of Persia, People from Shiraz, 1779 deaths, Kurdish rulers

Shiraz University

Shiraz University, formerly known as Pahlavi University, is a public university located in Shiraz, Iran. It is one of the major universities of Iran and one of the most prestigious universities in Engineering. Shiraz University has pioneered the establishment of doctoral programs in Iran. Shiraz University has always ranked as Top 5 among Iranian universities and is well respected in Iran. Shiraz University has the second biggest campus in Iran.

Located at 29.6397, 52.5267 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
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Nursing schools in Iran, Shiraz University, Fars Province, Educational institutions established in 1946, Universities in Iran

Shiraz International Airport

Shiraz International Airport is located in Shiraz, Iran. It is the main international airport of Pars/Fars province, the homeland of Persian people. Shiraz International Airport serves as the largest airport in the southern region of Iran. After undergoing renovation and redevolopment work in 2005, Shiraz Airport was identified as the second most reliable and modern airport in Iran in terms of flight safety including electronic and navigation control systems of its flight tower.

Located at 29.5392, 52.59 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Airports in Iran

Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (SUMS) is a public medical school located in Shiraz, Iran. It is ranked as one of Iran's top medical schools, with more than 5000 students studying for 83 different degrees, and a staff of nearly 13,000 faculty and personnel. as it is one of the best medical universities in Iran,it has established an International Branch[ib. sums. ac. ir ib. sums. ac. ir]. students of this branch study their terms in English.

Located at 29.63, 52.5237 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Universities in Iran, Schools of medicine in Iran, Fars Province, Educational institutions established in 1949, 1949 establishments in Iran

Shah Cheragh

Shāh Chérāgh is a funerary monument and mosque in Shiraz, Iran, housing the tomb of the brothers Ahmad and Muhammad, sons of Mūsā al-Kādhim and brothers of ‘Alī ar-Ridhā. The two took refuge in the city during the Abbasid persecution of Shia Muslims.

Located at 29.6096, 52.5433 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Mosques in Shiraz, Buildings and structures in Shiraz, Shia shrines, Safavid architecture

Hafezieh Stadium

The Hafezieh Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Shiraz, Iran. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Iran Pro League side, Fajr Sepasi F.C. The stadium also is used for some matches of Bargh Shiraz F.C. in Azadegan League. The stadium holds 22,000 people and is all-seater. The stadium was the host venue of 2012 Hazfi Cup Final.

Located at 29.6167, 52.5333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Shiraz, Football venues in Iran, Multi-purpose stadiums in Iran, Buildings and structures in Shiraz, Sport in Iran, 1940s architecture

Mohammad Namazi

Mohammad Namazi was the founder of Namazi Hospital, which he founded in 1955 in Shiraz, Iran. He was born in Kazerun. A stamp series was issued to commemorate this event.

Located at 29.6313, 52.5176 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
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Iranian businesspeople, Iranian philanthropists, Year of birth missing, Year of death missing, People from Kazerun, Freemasons

Namazi Hospital

Namazi Hospital is a hospital in Namazi Square, Shiraz, Iran. It was founded by Mohammad Namazi in 1955. The hospital has an active oncology department publishing papers regularly.

Located at 29.6313, 52.5176 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
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Hospitals in Iran, Hospitals established in 1955, Buildings and structures in Shiraz

Nasir al-Mulk Mosque

The Nasīr al-Mulk Mosque is a traditional mosque in Shiraz, Iran, located in Goade-e-Araban place (near the famous Shah Cheragh mosque). The mosque was built during the Qājār era, and is still in use under protection by Nasir al Mulk's Endowment Foundation. It was built by the order of Mirza Hasan Ali Nasir al Molk, one of the lords of the Qajar Dynasty, in 1876 and was finished in 1888. The designers were Muhammad Hasan-e-Memar and Muhammad Reza Kashi Paz-e-Shirazi.

Located at 29.6086, 52.5483 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Iranian architecture, Religious buildings completed in 1888, 20th-century mosques, Mosques in Shiraz

Qavam House

Qavam House (also widely called "Narenjestan e Ghavam") is a traditional and historical house in Shiraz, Iran. It is set within the Persian gardens of Eram Garden. It was built between 1879 and 1886 by Mirza Ibrahim Khan. The Qavam family were merchants originally from Qazvin. But they soon became active in the government during the Zand dynasty, followed by the Qajar, and Pahlavi dynasty as well.

Located at 29.6078, 52.5526 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Shiraz, Persian gardens in Iran, Iranian architecture, 1840s architecture, Houses in Iran

Afif-Abad Garden

Afif-Abad Garden is a museum complex in Shiraz, Iran. Located in the affluent Afif-Abad district of Shiraz, the complex was constructed in 1863. It contains a former royal mansion, a historical weapons museum, and a Persian garden, all open to the public.

Located at 29.6232, 52.4984 (Lat. / Lng.), about 8 miles away.
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1860s architecture, Museums in Iran, Iranian architecture, Houses in Iran, Persian gardens in Iran, Buildings and structures in Shiraz

Arg of Karim Khan

The Arg of Karim Khan is a citadel located in the north-east of Shiraz, southern Iran. It was built as part of a complex during the Zand dynasty and is named after Karim Khan, and served as his living quarters. In shape it resembles a medieval fortress. At times, the citadel was used as a prison. Today, it is a museum operated by Iran's Cultural Heritage Organization.

Located at 29.6174, 52.5446 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Iranian architecture, Castles in Iran, 18th-century architecture, Buildings and structures in Shiraz

Eram Garden

Eram Garden is a historic Persian garden in Shiraz, Iran. Eram is the Persianized version of the Arabic word "Iram" meaning heaven in the Muslim's book of Koran. Eram Garden therefore is so called for its beauties and aesthetic attractions resembling "heaven. " The garden, and the Qavam House within it, are located on the northern shore of the Khoshk river in the Fars province.

Located at 29.6358, 52.5253 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
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Persian gardens in Iran, Museums in Iran, Shiraz, World Heritage Sites in Iran, Landscape design history

Qur'an Gate

Qur'an Gate is a historic gate in the southern-central Persian city of Shiraz, Iran. It is located at the northeastern entrance of the city, on the way to Marvdasht and Isfahan, between Baba Kouhi and Chehel Maqam Mountains near Allah-O-Akbar Gorge.

Located at 29.6356, 52.5619 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Iranian architecture, Buildings and structures completed in the 10th century, Buildings and structures in Shiraz, Gates

Shiraz County

Shiraz County is a county in Fars Province in Iran. The capital of the county is Shiraz. At the 2006 census, the county's population (including those portions later split off to form Kavar County, Sarvestan County, and Kharameh County) was 1,676,927 in 427,268 families; excluding those portions, the population was 1,512,680, in 389,659 families. The county is subdivided into three districts: the Central District, Zarqan District, and Arzhan District.

Located at 29.61, 52.53 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Shiraz County, Counties of Iran, Counties of Fars Province

Vakil Bazaar

Vakil Bazaar is the main bazaar of Shiraz, Iran, located in the historical center of the city. It is thought that the market originally was established by the Buwayhids in the 11th century AD, and was completed mainly by the Atabaks of Fars, and only was renamed after Karim Khan Zand in the 18th century.

Located at 29.615, 52.5468 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Shiraz, Iranian architecture, Bazaars in Iran

Atigh Jame' Mosque

Atigh Jame' Mosque is a 9th century mosque in Shiraz, the capital of Fars Province, Iran.

Located at 29.6082, 52.5448 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Mosques in Shiraz

Vakil Bath

Vakil Bath is an old public bath in Shiraz, Iran. It was a part of the royal district constructed during Karim Khan Zand's reign, which includes Arg of Karim Khan, Vakil Bazaar, Vakil Mosque and many administrative buildings.

Located at 29.6147, 52.545 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Shiraz

Pars Museum of Shiraz

The Pars Museum is a museum in Shiraz, Fars Province, southern Iran and is located in Nazar Garden. The octagonal building was the place in which royal guests were hosted during the Zand dynasty of Iran. It was also used for holding official ceremonies. It is also the burial place of Karim Khan Zand.

Located at 29.616, 52.545 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Shiraz, Museums in Iran

Tomb of Hafez

The Tomb of Hafez and its associated memorial hall, the Hāfezieh, are two memorial structures erected in the northern edge of Shiraz, Iran, in memory of the celebrated Persian poet Hafez. The open pavilion structures are situated in the Musalla Gardens on the north bank of a seasonal river and house the marble tomb of Hafez.

Located at 29.6254, 52.5583 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Monuments and memorials in Iran, Burial monuments and structures, Buildings and structures in Shiraz

Vakil Mosque

The Vakil Mosque is a mosque in Shiraz, southern Iran, situated to the west of the Vakil Bazaar next to its entrance. This mosque was built between 1751 and 1773, during the Zand period; however, it was restored in the 19th century during the Qajar period. Vakil means regent, which was the title used by Karim Khan, the founder of Zand Dynasty. Shiraz was the seat of Karim Khan’s government and he endowed many buildings, including this mosque.

Located at 29.6142, 52.5452 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Shiraz, Fars Province, Iranian architecture, Mosques in Iran

Chamran Grand Hotel

Chamran Grand Hotel of Shiraz is a five star hotel located in Chamran Boulevard surrounded by the Ghasrodasht gardens in Shiraz, Iran. The structure has a height of 109 meters, and is the highest hotel tower in Iran. The hotel has 230 rooms and 20 suites. Construction of the hotel began in 2008 and it was officially opened in April 2011.

Located at 29.6167, 52.5333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Shiraz, Buildings and structures in Shiraz, 2000s architecture

Paramount Crossroads

Paramount Crossroads, also known as 15 Khordad Crossroads, is a major intersection in a heavily traveled and central area in Shiraz, Iran. It is the junction of Enqelab-e Eslami Street, Lotfali Khan Street and Qasrodasht Street. There is a fuel station docked on the intersection and Zaytoon Shopping Center is in the immediate area. The junction is often used as an assembly point for protests.

Located at 29.6199, 52.5285 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Streets in Iran