Shiraz, Fars

Shiraz: This major city in south-central Iran is situated in the Fars Province.

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Quick Facts about Shiraz

Population 1,565,572
Country Iran
State Fars (Iran)
Phone Area Codes 071
Area 240 km2
Latitude & Longitude 29.6103,52.5311
Male population 858233
Female population 842454
Altitude 4,921 feet / 1500 meters
Capital city Shiraz is capital of Buyid dynasty, Zand dynasty, Fars Province, Shiraz County, Injuids
Time Zone UTC+03:30
Local time 18:55:10 (23rd April 2026)

Geography

Shiraz is located at 29°36'37"N 52°31'52"E (29.6103100, 52.5311300).

Shiraz map

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Official website of Shiraz

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Demographics

Year Population % Change Method
1986 848,289 - census
1991 965,117 12.11% census
1996 1,053,025 8.35% census
2006 1,227,331 14.2% census
2011 1,460,665 15.97% register office
2016 1,565,572 6.7% census
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