Qazvin was constructed in the sassanide age and first was given the name "shad Shapour" due to the name of its founder "Shapour".In the post islamic time it was called "Paradise gate" but witnessed its reputation during the safavid time and Shah Tahmasb the Safavid made it the capital of his kingdom...
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...is known for its domed 20th century and is one of the smallest churches in Iran.there is a tiny Russian graveyard... more travel advice
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