Mashhad, Iran
Welcome to Mashhad, Iran's second-largest city, celebrated for its religious, industrial, and economic prominence, notably centered around the revered Imam Reza holy shrine.
Population
With a population of around 3.3 million people, Mashhad is the second most populated Iranian city.
Climate
Mashhad experiences a cold semi-arid climate with hot, dry summers and cool, somewhat damp winters, receiving around 250 mm of annual precipitation, including occasional snow.
Points of Interest
Mashhad's centered around the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza, but it is also home to Goharshad Mosque and Tomb of Nader Shah-e Afshar
Points of Interest
Mashhad Fun Facts
Dive into Mashhad's fun facts, a mix of history, culture, and surprising details that make it special.
Saffron
Aside from tourism, the Mashhad economy is mostly based on the production and trade of saffron, Iranian sweets, nuts/dried fruits, leather and carpet industry.
Holy City
Tourism
Mashhad is a key tourist destination in Iran, housing over 55% of the country's hotels.
Mashhad Nickname
Mashhad is known as "the spiritual capital of Iran" and "the capital of Islamic culture"
Silk Road
Mashhad was once a major oasis along the ancient Silk Road connecting with Merv to the east. It enjoyed relative prosperity in the Mongol period.
Population
Mashhad is the second most populated city in the country