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Marand is a city in East Azerbaijan Province and is among major cities in the province. It is located 71 km north-west of capital of the province Tabriz, having cold winters and moderate summers. Marand has been famous from long past such as the Assyrian and Kaldeh when it was a center of importance. Its name is derived from the …

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History & Culture

Marand history goes back to the pre-Islamic era. Between 815 till 850, Marand was primarily controlled by Mohammad ibn Ba'ith. The elders of Maragheh who quoted his Persian poetry also praised his bravery and his literary ability. Sheikh Usman Marandi was one of the most famous inhabitants of Marand. Marand had various names in history, such as Maryana and Mandagarana.

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