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Shiraz: The City of Poetry and History8The city of Shiraz is the capital of Fars Province. This city is one of the most important tourist destinations in Iran, attracting a large number of domestic and international visitors annually. It can certainly be said that Shiraz is one of the most beautiful cities in Iran, housing the most significant historical monuments from the Achaemenid era. Among the remaining relics from this period, Pasargadae and, most notably, Persepolis stand out. During the Sassanian period, Shiraz also received great attention, and numerous monuments from this era can still be found in the city, including various fortresses and fire temples. The city%u2019s grandeur continued through the Safavid, Afsharid, Zand, and Qajar dynasties. Another remarkable aspect of Shiraz is the mausoleums of great poets such as Hafez and Saadi, attracting numerous visitors each year. Shiraz is the cradle of poetry and literature. This city has always been a center of art and literature, making it one of the main pillars of Iranian culture. The people of Shiraz are very kind and warm-hearted, and their sweet accent captivates every visitor. Shiraz offers numerous gifts and souvenirs, such as:
