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Zanjan Province

Region · 🇮🇷 Iran
Population 1,057,461
Area 21,746 km²
Time zone Asia/Tehran
Zanjan Province

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Zanjan Province Essentials

Zanjan Province is home to the Soltaniyeh Dome, a 14th-century UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world's largest brick domes. The region's diverse history is reflected in the Ilkhanid-era dragon carvings of Dashkasan Temple and the unique Qajar-era Rakhtshooy-khaneh washhouse. Natural landmarks include the extensive stalactites of Kataleh Khor Cave, while the province's architectural heritage is further showcased through the mud-brick Behestan Castle and the historical bridges spanning the Zanjanrud river.

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Editor's Choice: Zanjan Province

Zanjan Province features a diverse range of historical and natural sites, from the multi-level Kataleh Khor Cave system to the Ilkhanid-era Dashkasan Temple, noted for its unique Chinese-style dragon carvings. The region’s architectural heritage includes the Qajar-era Mir Baha Oddin Bridge and the specialized Rakhtshooykhaneh wash-house. Near Soltaniyeh, the Chalapi Oghli Mausoleum and Mulla Hasan Kashi Tomb showcase 14th-century Islamic design, while the Three-Star Match Factory preserves the province's early 20th-century industrial history.

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Religious Heritage

Zanjan Province preserves a diverse range of Islamic architecture spanning the Ilkhanid and Qajar periods. The centerpiece is the UNESCO-listed Soltaniyeh Dome, featuring the world’s third-largest brick dome and intricate turquoise tilework. The collection includes significant Qajar-era landmarks like the Jameh and Khanom Mosques, known for their four-iwan designs, alongside Hosseiniyeh Azam, a major site for Muharram ceremonies, and several local shrines dedicated to the descendants of the Imams.

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Nature & Parks

Zanjan Province features diverse natural landscapes, from the multi-level Kataleh Khor Cave with its extensive limestone formations to the Tahm Dam Lake, which serves as a primary water source north of the provincial capital. The region includes the high-altitude Hashtarkhan Waterfall in the Tarom mountains and the Balekhli Bolagh natural spring near Garmab. Within Zanjan city, Mellat Park provides a large-scale urban green space with walking trails and recreational facilities.

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Zanjan Province — Map

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: May

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 5° (feels like 0°) · extremes -12°–11°
  • -5° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 1°) · extremes -12°–14°
  • -4° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 12° (feels like 7°) · extremes -6°–20°
  • -1° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Good
  • 18° (feels like 14°) · extremes -2°–25°
  • 4° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 24° (feels like 21°) · extremes 4°–31°
  • 9° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 19 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 31° (feels like 27°) · extremes 8°–36°
  • 13° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 26 sunny days
  • 13 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in July

Fair
  • 33° (feels like 30°) · extremes 11°–38°
  • 15° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 27 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 12 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Fair
  • 33° (feels like 30°) · extremes 12°–38°
  • 15° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 29 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 11 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 28° (feels like 25°) · extremes 8°–34°
  • 12° at night
  • 4 rainy days
  • 27 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 21° (feels like 17°) · extremes 2°–27°
  • 7° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 21 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 12° (feels like 8°) · extremes -5°–19°
  • 1° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -9°–14°
  • -3° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Iranian Rial IRR · Card payments · Cash preferred
Electricity
Type C / Type F
220 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Persian
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+98
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Tours & Activities

Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
Zanjan Province
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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