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  2. Iran - Wikipedia

    • Iran, officially the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI), also known as Persia, is a country in West Asia. It borders Turkey to the northwest and Iraq to the west, Azerbaijan, Armenia, the Caspian Sea, and Turkmenistan to the north, Afghanistan to the east, Pakistan to the southeast, the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf to the south. With a mostly Persian … See more

    Etymology

    The term Iran 'the land of the Aryans' derives from Middle Persian Ērān, first attested in a 3rd-century inscription at
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    History

    Archaeological artifacts confirm human presence in Iran since the Lower Palaeolithic. Neanderthal artifacts have been found in the Zagros region. From the 10th to the 7th millennium BC, agricultural communitie… See more

    Official languagesPersian
    GovernmentUnitary presidential theocratic Islamic republic
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    Geography

    Iran has an area of 1,648,195 km (636,372 sq mi). It is the sixth-largest country entirely in Asia and the second-largest in West Asia. It lies between latitudes 24° and 40° N, and longitudes 44° and 64° E. It is bordered to the northw… See more

    Government and politics

    The Supreme Leader, "Rahbar", Leader of the Revolution or Supreme Leadership Authority, is head of state and responsible for supervision of policy. The president has limited power compared to the Rahbar. Key ministers ar… See more

    Economy

    As of 2024 , Iran has the world's 19th largest economy (by PPP). It is a mixture of central planning, state ownership of oil and other large enterprises, village agriculture, and small-scale private trading and service ventures. S… See more

    Demographics

    Iran's population grew rapidly from about 19 million in 1956 to about 85 million by February 2023. However, Iran's fertility rate has dropped dramatically, from 6.5 children born per woman to about 1.7 two decades later, leadin… See more

    Culture

    Iran has one of the richest art heritages in history and been strong in many media including architecture, painting, literature, music, metalworking, stonemasonry, weaving, calligraphy and sculpture. At different times, influences f… See more

     
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  3. As a country, Iran is blessed with historical sites, striking natural beauty, diverse cultures, and magn… See more
    As a country, Iran is blessed with historical sites, striking natural beauty, diverse cultures, and magnificent landscapes. Iran is one of those appealing destinations that boasts more than enough to lure tourists. Tourists can explore mountains, jungles, and deserts and enjoy the landscapes. Visiting the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art will be a treat as it features collections from Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Wassily Kandinsky, and many others. Dont's miss visiting a historical site and one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, Naqsh-e Jahan Square, hosting two mosques and a bazaar. One can try activities such as desert trekking, desert excursions, swimming, skiing, and many others. The country is famous for religious tourism as it hosts many mosques and shrines. Iran also hosts many festivals, such as Norouz Eve, Ashura-Tasua, and others attracting many tourists. All these make Iran a must-visit country.
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