Mashhad, Capital of Khorasan province

Mashhad located in the northeastern Iran, 909 kilometers east of  Tehran, in the valley of  Kashaf  River. The city stands at an average elevation of  980 meters above sea level. Mashhad is one of  the largest cities in Iran, it is an important religious center situated in a productive agricultural region. The shrine of  the early 9th century religious leader Imam Reza, attracts many tourists and pilgrims each year.

Mashad Imam Reza shrine

Mashad Imam Reza shrine

Next to holy shrine, Goharshad Mosque and Tomb of  Nadir Shah are other historical and interesting sights worth visiting in the city. The city prospered under Nadir Shah as the capital of a great Iranian empire in 18th century.