Source: CIA World Factbook
Population: 77,891,220 (July 2011 est.)
Religion: Muslim 98% (Shia 89%, Sunni 9%), other (includes Zoroastrian, Jewish, Christian, and Baha’i) 2%
Languages: Persian and Persian dialects 58%, Turkic and Turkic dialects 26%, Kurdish 9%, Luri 2%, Balochi 1%, Arabic 1%, Turkish 1%, other 2%
Ethnic Groups: Persian 51%, Azeri 24%, Gilaki and Mazandarani 8%, Kurd 7%, Arab 3%, Lur 2%, Baloch 2%, Turkmen 2%, other 1%
Major Cities – Population: TEHRAN (capital) 7.19 million; Mashhad 2.592 million; Esfahan 1.704 million; Karaj 1.531 million; Tabriz 1.459 million (2009)
Source: CIA World Factbook
Media Appearance
Do you need help on a project relating to the current events in Iran? Dr. Gabbay lends his cultural acumen and also brings a historical perspective to your issue with his extensive background in Iranian history as it fits into the broader Muslim world. You can experience some of Dr. Gabbay’s media appearances on his YouTube channel here.
Consulting
Dr. Gabbay’s consulting experience boasts projects relating to Muslim culture, and Iranian specific world issues, in both a contemporary and historical context. If you are in the need of a consultant, Dr. Gabbay can provide unparalleled insight to help make your project more successful.
Source: CIA World Factbook
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