Tabriz
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About Tabriz
Tabriz is the capital of East Azerbaijan province in northwestern Iran and the sixth most populous city in the country. It lies in the valley of the Quru River, between volcanic ridges in the Sahand and Eynali mountains. The elevation ranges from 1,350 to 1,600 metres above sea level. The border with Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan is 130 kilometres away. To the west, 60 km off, the valley opens onto a plain that slopes down to the shore of Lake Urmia. Tabriz stays on UTC+3:30 throughout the year and does not change its clocks. Compared with New York, Tabriz is 8.5 hours ahead in January and 7.5 hours ahead in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tabriz use daylight saving time?+
No. Tabriz is on UTC+3:30 all year, so the offset in January is the same as in July.
What is the time difference between Tabriz and New York?+
Tabriz is 8.5 hours ahead of New York in January and 7.5 hours ahead in July. New York changes to UTC-4 in summer; Tabriz keeps its offset.
Where is Tabriz?+
Tabriz is a city in the Central District of Tabriz County, in East Azerbaijan province in northwestern Iran. It lies close to the borders of Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan.
How populous is Tabriz?+
Tabriz is the sixth-most-populous city in Iran. It serves as the capital of East Azerbaijan province, of Tabriz County and of its Central District.
In which valley is Tabriz?+
Tabriz is in the Quru River valley, in Iran's historic Azerbaijan region, 130 kilometers from the Armenia-Iran and Azerbaijan-Iran border.