18 Amazing Facts About Iran - Facts of Nation

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Iran which is also known as Persia is located in Western Asia Continent. The official name of Iran is Islamic Republic of Iran. The population of Iran is more than 8 crores. The capital and the largest city of Iran is Tehran with the population of 87 lakh. The official language of Iran is Persia besides Azeri language is also widely used. Islam is the dominant religion in Iran, besides Christianity and Judaism are also observed. Rial is the official currency used in Iran. The National flag of Iran features 3 horizontal stripes of green, white and red with the national emblem at the center of white stripe.

Facts About Iran

➤ Iran itself holds 10% of the Worlds total oil reserves and has second largest gas reserves.

➤ The major exports of Iran are oil, handmade carpets and rugs. Iran is the Worlds second largest exporter of carpets.

➤ The World famous pet 'Persian Cat' was originated from Iran.

➤ Iran has about 70% of its total population less than 30 years age group. It is one of the largest younger population Nation.

➤ The age limit for an individual to vote in Iran is 15.

➤ Iran was earlier known as 'Land of Aryans'.

➤ If you are in Iran and you are visiting natives house make sure you carry pastries or flowers for your fellow host.

➤ Iranian plateau is studded with mountain ranges and is considered one of the worlds most mountainous country. Elborz is one of the biggest mountain range.

➤ Mount Damavand in Iran is the largest stratovolcano mountain in Asia.

➤ Asiatic Cheetah, Persian Leopard are the endangered species which are found in Iran. 

➤ Iran is building good connection with other countries and as a result it is member of more than 10 International organisations : WHO, OPEC, OIC, Interpol, G-77, G-24, G-15, IFC, IAEA etc.

➤ Dates, Fig, Eggplants, Gherkins, Walnuts, Pistachios are grown commonly in Iran and ranks in top 5 countries of the world in production.

➤ Kish Island is one of the most attracted tourist place in Iran and nearly 10 lakh tourists visit this Island every year.

➤ Football and Volleyball are the most populous sports played in Iran. Besides it is also home to Skiing, Rock climbing, Hiking.

➤ Windmill was first invented in Iran in the early 500-900 AD.

➤ Hijab is one of the compulsion wear for women in Iran.

➤ Most of the females in Iran undergoes cosmetic surgery of nose for proper and desired shape, Iran is also termed as the 'Nose Job Capital of the World'.

➤ In Iran it is illegal for Men to wear shorts in public, also they are prohibited to wear neckties.