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About Mashhad

Mashhad is located to the northeast of Iran, the capital of the Razavi Khorasan Province and the second largest in population. Mashhad is considered as one of the holy land for Muslims because it is the place where the Shia Islam’s eighth Imam, Imam Reza was buried and the shrine of Imam Reza was here. The city is amiable with old and rich heritage. Persian is the language used in the city and the currency is Iranian Rial.

Tourist Attractions

The city is considered as the pilgrim site for Shia Muslims, there are many attractions like historical tombs and parks. ‘Imam Reza Shrine’ is the most visited spot in the city; annually 25 million pilgrims come to the city for paying their respects. This complex holds excellent architecture with beautiful carving and historical texts. Everyone who visits this place must adhere to the dress code. Nader Shah, Gombade Sabz, Ferdowsi Park are famous archaic shrines. ‘The Shah Public Bath’ stands as a testament of Iranian’s architecture. You can also have an excellent weekend in summer resorts like Torghabeh, Torogh Aklomod, Shandiz and Zoshk. Prior hotels booking is mandatory during Hajj.

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife

Shopping in Mashhad is like paradise; here you can find all Iranian special items. Salted nuts, dry fruits, saffron and authentic Iranian sweets are very famous. You can also shop silver jewellery, gold jewellery, rubies, emeralds, religious souvenirs, carpets, rugs, scarves etc. are few of the products offered in the shopping areas of Mashhad.

Bazaar-e-Reza, Kuwaiti Bazaar, Shargh-Zit Trade Centre, Zist Khavar, Almas-e-Shargh are few famous shopping areas.

This city embraces many Cafes, restaurants and finest hotels. Authentic Chello murg, Chello kebab, are Iranian famous dishes that are commonly found in almost every corner shop and the city is also well known for freshly sweltered breads and Irani tea.

Nightlife in the city is almost nothing. There are no pubs or night clubs in the city.

Festivals & Seasons

Mashhad is busy with the yearlong festivals. Nowruz, Leilat al Mi’raj, Chahar Shanbeh Soori, Shab e Cheleh, Day of Ashoura are the Iranians festivals celebrated in Mashhad. Apart from the Ramadan, Eid Ul-Fitr, Christmas, and Jewish festivals like Shabe Sal, Purim Festival, Illanout are also celebrated grandly throughout the city.

Transportation within the City

The major transportation in the city is through new metro line and city buses.

Popular Sports in Mashhad

In the country Iran, you can see Football freaks, however being a religious place Mashhad is not popular for any sports.

Weather in Mashhad

Mashhad cold semi-arid steppe climate with temperature variation from -3°C to 35°C and is rarely below -8°C or above 36°C as the city is mostly covered with crop lands, grass land and shrub lands. The hottest season recorded as high as 35°C and low of 20°C and the coldest season recorded as low as -3°C and as high 7°C. It experiences summers between May to September and winter in between November to February.

Snowing winter will be there for five months. It is recommended to visit during April and May for a better travel experience.

Emergency Numbers

Emergency numbers in Mashhad – 110/115

Mashhad Airport Information

Sana’a Airport & Location

Mashhad International Airport or Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (IATA: MHD, ICAO: OIMM) is the second busiest airport in Iran. The airport serves both domestic and International flights to the countries around the Persian Gulf. The terminal handles nearly 2 million air traffic per year and it is currently undergoing a major expansion.

Airport Facilities

Mashhad International Airport has fewer facilities. Such as, Cafes, Currency exchange, duty-free shops, airline lounges, Car Rentals, Disabled persons services etc.

Local Transportation To & From the Airport

Buses and Metro lines are the prime transport options to and from airport.

Hotels near SAH Airport

There are plenty of hotels in and around airport. Tehran Hotel, Karimkhan Hotel, Mashad Javad, Noor Toos Hotel, Iran Hotel are the most preferred hotels.

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Mashhad Airport Address

Khorasan Razavi, Mashhad, Hasheminejad Blvd
Iran - Ph: +98 51 1340 0001