Fun facts about Urmia
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The name Urmia could derive from the Assyrian Aramaic words meaning 'City of Water'.
Urmia
Iran
Urmia is the largest city in West Azerbaijan Province of Iran. In the Central District of Urmia County, it is capital of the province, the county, and the district. The city is situated near the borders of Iran with Turkey and Iraq.
From the “Etymology” section
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Urmia was the capital of the Urmia Khanate from 1747 to 1865.
Urmia
Iran
Urmia is the largest city in West Azerbaijan Province of Iran. In the Central District of Urmia County, it is capital of the province, the county, and the district. The city is situated near the borders of Iran with Turkey and Iraq.
From the “History” section
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The majority of the population can speak Persian in addition to their native tongue.
Urmia
Iran
Urmia is the largest city in West Azerbaijan Province of Iran. In the Central District of Urmia County, it is capital of the province, the county, and the district. The city is situated near the borders of Iran with Turkey and Iraq.
From the “Demographics” section
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Urmia is considered Iran's volleyball capital due to its prominent volleyball culture.
Urmia
Iran
Urmia is the largest city in West Azerbaijan Province of Iran. In the Central District of Urmia County, it is capital of the province, the county, and the district. The city is situated near the borders of Iran with Turkey and Iraq.
From the “Sport” section
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Urmia Ashik music is recognized as the most original and oldest version in the world.
Urmia
Iran
Urmia is the largest city in West Azerbaijan Province of Iran. In the Central District of Urmia County, it is capital of the province, the county, and the district. The city is situated near the borders of Iran with Turkey and Iraq.
From the “Culture” section
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