Esfidan Village, Akhoond (Mullah) In Front Of Mosque

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Seldom visited by foreigners, North Khorasan is a particularly photogenic province. Located in northeastern Iran, it is one of the most diverse territories in the country, largely reflecting the ethnic makeup of Iran. Kurdish speakers represent 46% of the population, followed by Persian speakers (28%) and by Khorasani Turks (21%). Esfidan (or Esfīdān) is a traditional village in Garmkhan Rural District, with a population of ca. 2,000 people and just over 500 families.

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Location: Esfidan Village, North Khorasan Province, Iran
Photo credit: © François-Olivier Dommergues / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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