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Mashhad
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The provincial capital of Khorasan is also a holy city of Shia Islam, attracting millions of pilgrims every year. Several mausoleums and shrines can be seen in the city and its outskirts.
Overview of Mashhad
The provincial capital of Khorasan is also a holy city of Shia Islam, attracting millions of pilgrims every year. Several mausoleums and shrines can be seen in the city and its outskirts.
Key Facts
- Type of place: large city.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
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- Local time: .
- Population: 3,001,184 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 328 km².
- Altitude: 995 metres.
- Website: www.iranvisitor.com/mashhad-guide