Mashhad, Iran

　　Attractions Overview

　　Mashhad is a city in northeastern Iran and the capital of Khorasan Province. With a population of 1.12 million (1982), it is the second-largest city in Iran. Historically, it served as a trade hub between northern Iran, Central Asia, and Afghanistan. The city has industries including textiles, leather and leather goods, beet sugar, rice milling, flour milling, brewing, fruit processing, and carpet weaving.

　　Highlights

　　It is home to the shrine of Ali al-Ridha, the eighth Imam of Shia Islam, making it a holy site for Shia Muslims.

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