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Chenar Destination Guide

Delve into Chenar in Iran

Chenar in the region of East Azarbaijan is located in Iran - some 326 mi or ( 525 km ) North-West of Tehran , the country's capital .

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Local time in Chenar is now 08:15 AM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Tehran " with a UTC offset of 3.5 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Yaychi, Gonbad, Badam Yar, Amir Dizaj, and Guz Guli Dagh. While being here, you might want to check out Yaychi . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Chenar ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.


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Interesting facts about this location

Abarshahr

Abarshahr was a satrapy (province) of the Sassanid Empire. The population was supported by the Hari river, which was used for irrigation. Strabo cited the regions abundant wine-production. Cities in the region were Candac, Artacauan, and Apameia, and Pushang, among others. The capital was a vital point of administration and of communications toward Bactria, India, and Sagistan. The region was involved in the Indian and Chinese trade. Its governor bore the unique title of kanarang.

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Located at 37.76 45.98 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
Tags: History of Nishapur, Khorasan, Provinces of the Sassanid Empire

Gonbar

Gonbar is a village in Sahand foothill in East Azerbaijan Province in Iran. It is famous for slight weather during summer time and absorb lots of local tourist from cities around specially from Tabriz. The main occupation of the people is agriculture and gardening. Walnut is a major product.

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Located at 37.72 46.22 (Lat./Long.); Less than 22 km away
Tags: Populated places in East Azerbaijan Province

Maragheh observatory

Maragheh observatory was an institutionalized astronomical observatory which was established in 1259 CE under the patronage of the Ilkhanid Hulagu and the directorship of Nasir al-Din al-Tusi, an Iranian scientist and astronomer. Located in the heights west of Maragheh, East Azerbaijan Province, Iran, it was once considered one of the most prestigious observatories in the world.

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Located at 37.40 46.21 (Lat./Long.); Less than 26 km away
Tags: 1260s, Astronomical observatories in Iran, Astronomical observatories of medieval Islam, East Azerbaijan Province, History of Iran