The name of Iran is the Modern Persian derivative from the Proto-Iranian term Aryānā,, meaning "Land of the Aryans", first attested in Zoroastrianism's Avesta tradition.
The term Ērān is found to refer to Iran in a 3rd century Sassanid inscription, and the Parthian inscription that accompanies it uses the Parthian term "aryān" in reference to Iranians.
Real Iran
Role of People
In December 1979, the country approved a theocratic constitution, whereby Khomeini became Supreme Leader of the country.
The speed and success of the revolution surprised many throughout the world, as it had not been precipitated by a military defeat, a financial crisis, or a peasant rebellion.
Although both nationalists and Marxists joined with Islamic traditionalists to overthrow the Shah.
The speed and success of the revolution surprised many throughout the world, as it had not been precipitated by a military defeat, a financial crisis, or a peasant rebellion.
Although both nationalists and Marxists joined with Islamic traditionalists to overthrow the Shah.
History
The earliest archaeological artifacts in Iran, like those excavated at the Kashafrud and Ganj Par sites, attest to a human presence in Iran since the Lower Paleolithic era. Neanderthal artefacts dating back to the Middle Paleolithic period have been found mainly in the Zagros region at sites such as Warwasi and Yafteh Cave.
Government
The political system of the Islamic Republic is based on the 1979 Constitution. Accordingly, it is the duty of the Islamic government to furnish all citizens with equal and appropriate opportunities, to provide them with work, and to satisfy their essential needs.
Science and New Technologies
The Iranian nuclear program was launched in the 1950s. Iran is the 7th country in production of uranium hexafluoride and controls the entire cycle for producing nuclear fuel.
Iran's current facilities includes several research reactors, a uranium mine, an almost complete commercial nuclear reactor, and uranium processing facilities that include a uranium enrichment plant.
Iran's current facilities includes several research reactors, a uranium mine, an almost complete commercial nuclear reactor, and uranium processing facilities that include a uranium enrichment plant.
Culture
The culture of Iran is a mix of ancient pre-Islamic culture and Islamic culture. Iranian culture has long been a predominant culture of the region, with Persian considered the language of intellectuals during much of the 2nd millennium, and the language of religion and the populace before that.
Foreign Relations
Iran's stated goal is to establish a new world order based on world peace and justice. Iran's foreign relations are based on two strategic principles: eliminating outside influences in the region and pursuing extensive diplomatic contacts with developing and non-aligned countries.
Iran maintains diplomatic relations with almost every member of the United Nations.
Iran maintains diplomatic relations with almost every member of the United Nations.
Religion
Religion in Iran is dominated by the Twelver Shia branch of Islam, which is the official state religion and to which about 90% to 95% of Iranians belong. About 4% to 8% of Iranians belong to the Sunni branch of Islam, mainly Kurds and Iran's Balochi Sunni. The remaining 2% are non-Muslim religious minorities, including Bahá'ís, Mandeans, Hindus, Yezidis, Yarsanis, Zoroastrians, Jews, and Christians.
Economy
The economy of Iran is the twenty-fifth largest in the world by GDP (nominal) and the eighteenth largest economy in the world by purchasing power parity (PPP). Iran's economy is a mixture of central planning, state ownership of oil and other large enterprises, village agriculture, and small-scale private trading and service ventures.
Military
The Islamic Republic of Iran has two types of armed forces: the regular forces Islamic Republic of Iran Army, Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force, Islamic Republic of Iran Navy and the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), totaling about 545,000 active troops. Iran also has around 350,000 Reserve Force totaling around 900,000 trained troops.
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February 17, 20142 months ago
World's highest water park, Kish Island
The world’s highest water park is scheduled to be built in a height of 250 meters in the Kish Island, Iran.
This water park includes toys for child and even for grown-ups as well as coffee shops, restaurants, sunbathing salon, and massage. …
The world highest water park will be constructed on the ceilings of boat-like buildings.
This water park includes toys for child and even for grown-ups as well as coffee shops, restaurants, sunbathing salon, and massage. …
The world highest water park will be constructed on the ceilings of boat-like buildings.
February 6, 20142 months ago
IRAN IS GREAT
This is the perception of Cristian Ivan, from Romania along with his family, who visited Iran. He customized his car to advertise about Iran. Having been startled, they fell in love with “Country of Poetry” as exceedingly as possible; thus,… he has decided to promote Iran.
January 23, 20142 months ago
Performance of Venezuelan music band in Tehran
Watch Solos by Bi Bi Bituaya shot in Iran
Bituaya, which is a major Venezuelan music band, performed several pieces in Iran. Here is their music video “Solos” shot in Iran.
January 13, 20143 months ago
Iran ranks first among 2014world’s top tourists destinations
The British newspapers Daily Telegraph and Financial Times announced Iran as the first destination of tourists in 2014.
According to IRIB World Service citing Financial Times, the British travel company “Wild Frontier” said that the volume of requests for travelling to Iran have had 30% increase.”
January 9, 20143 months ago
Traveling to Iran as Americans: All You Need to Know
Traveling to Iran as an American citizen may sound complicated and dangerous. It’s not. We’re here to dispel the myths and answer the questions piling up in our inbox based on our visit to Iran just a few weeks ago.
Our aim in the following Q&A is to answer actual reader queries and to help demystify the process of traveling to Iran.
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