Shiraz
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About Shiraz
Shiraz is the capital of Fars province in southwestern Iran and the fifth most populous city in the country. The 2016 census counted 1,565,572 people, and a 2021 census showed 1,995,500. It lies on a seasonal river whose Persian name means dry river. The climate is moderate, and the city has been a regional trade centre for over a thousand years. Elamite clay tablets dated to 2000 BCE contain the earliest reference to it, as Tiraziš. Shiraz uses UTC+3:30 all year. There is no daylight saving, so the offset never changes. New York is 8.5 hours behind Shiraz in January and 7.5 hours behind in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UTC offset in Shiraz?+
Shiraz is on UTC+3:30, a half-hour offset. It stays the same all year because the city has no daylight saving period.
How many hours ahead of New York is Shiraz?+
Shiraz is 8.5 hours ahead of New York in January and 7.5 hours ahead in July. The July gap is smaller because New York moves to UTC-4.
How many people live in Shiraz?+
Shiraz had 1,565,572 people at the 2016 national census, and the 2021 census showed an increase to 1,995,500.
Which province is Shiraz the capital of?+
Shiraz is the capital of Fars province in southwestern Iran, which is historically known by the exonym Persia proper.
What river runs through Shiraz?+
Shiraz is located on the rudkhaneye khoshk seasonal river, whose name means 'dry river'. The city has a moderate climate.