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Bookmark or Share- The Top 10 Things To See And Do In Mashhad Iran - Culture TripAn historically important transit city along the Silk Road, Mashhad, which literally means ‘place of martyrdom’, is most famous for accommodating the tomb of Imam Reza, the 8th Shia Imam. Here we explore the 10 best things to see and do whilst visiting this popular pilgrimage destination.
- Mashhad - WikipediaMashhad (Persian: مشهد; [mæʃˈhæd] ⓘ) is the second-most-populous city in Iran, located in the relatively remote north-east of the country about 900 kilometres (560 miles) from Tehran. In the Central District of Mashhad County, it serves as the capital of Razavi Khorasan Province, the county, and the district.
- Mashhad | Meaning, History, Tourism, & Map | BritannicaMashhad, city, capital of Khorasan-e Razavi ostan (province), northeastern Iran. Mashhad is Iran’s second largest city in terms of population, the burial place of the eighth imam, Ali al-Rida, and a major hub for trade with countries to the east of Iran.
- Mashhad – Travel guide at WikivoyageAlmost everything about Mashhad relates to its role as the holiest city in Iran, even its name (literally: burial place of the martyr). As the capital of Iran's Khorasan province, Mashhad's year-round cool temperatures and fascinating insights into the Shi'ite heartland have much to offer visitors.
- Mashhad Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide to Iran's Spiritual JewelMashhad is a city that holds great significance for Muslims globally, hosting some of the most crucial mosques. It serves as the final resting place for key Islamic religious figures, making it a sacred hub of faith and pilgrimage.
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