Mashhad is a city located in the north-east of Iran in Razavi Khorasan province. With a population of more than 3 million people, Mashhad is the second most populous city in Iran after Tehran. This city is known as a famous religious center for a wide range of Muslims around the world because it houses the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS).
The Holy Shrine of Imam Reza (AS) is one of the most important pilgrimage destinations for Shia Muslims. Every year, millions of pilgrims from all over the world travel to this holy shrine.
Apart from the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza (AS), Mashhad also has other tourist attractions. Beautiful gardens and parks, museums, local markets and other entertainment places can be seen in this city. Some famous sightseeing places in Mashhad are:
In terms of spring and summer weather, in terms of the attractiveness of holidays and occasions of the year, and in terms of economy, autumn and winter, especially the school exam season, are very suitable.
Ferdowsi Passage, Sina Passage, Almas Sharq Commercial Complex, Imam Reza Bazaar, Chenaran Commercial Complex, Talasa Commercial Complex are the best and most visited shopping malls in Mashhad.
Parham Hotel, Helia Hotel, Kanaan Hotel, Mamal and Mandah are some of the cheap hotels in this city where you can stay at a reasonable price even in busy seasons.
The history of Mashhad goes back to the past centuries. In ancient times, this area was known as “Senabad”. During the Sassanid rule, the kings of Iran knew that this region was a place to rest and provide food for southward journeys due to its mild climate and abundant water resources.
But the fame of Mashhad was formed because of the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS), the eighth Imam of Shiites. In 818 AD, Imam Reza (a.s.) was sent to Khorasan by order of the Abbasid caliph Harun al-Rashid and settled in the city of Tus. After the martyrdom of Imam Reza (AS) in 818 AD, his tomb gradually became the destination of pilgrims from all over the world.
Throughout history, the city of Mashhad was repeatedly attacked and destroyed. During the Safavid era, Shah Abbas I rebuilt the city of Mashhad and built many religious and historical buildings. During the Qajar era, Mashhad developed further and the influence of Qajar architecture is evident in this city.
In 1925, Mashhad was chosen as the capital of Khorasan province. After the Islamic revolution in Iran in 1979, Mashhad also developed as one of the important religious and cultural centers of the country.
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The climate of Mashhad is generally influenced by the desert climate. Summers in Mashhad are relatively hot and dry. In this season, the temperature in Mashhad usually varies between 30-35 degrees Celsius, but in hot summer days it may reach more than 40 degrees Celsius.
At night, the temperature drops significantly and is usually around 20-25 degrees Celsius. However, compared to other regions of Iran, Mashhad has less humidity due to its location in the western desert of the Middle East.
Spring and autumn are also known as more favorable seasons in Mashhad. In these two seasons, the temperature is more moderate and is usually between 20-25 degrees Celsius. Strong winds continue to blow in these seasons and thin clouds may be seen in the sky for some time.
Winters in Mashhad are cold and relatively dry. In this season, the temperature is usually around 5-10 degrees Celsius, and on some days it may even reach minus. Snowfall is rare in Mashhad, and rain often occurs in the form of very small showers or showers.
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