Khorasan Province

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Khorasan Province?Northeastern Iran, bordering Turkmenistan and Afghanistan
2. How many people live in Khorasan Province?Approximately 6.5 million people (as of recent estimates)
3. How big is Khorasan Province?283,358 square kilometers (109,405 square miles)
4. What is the capital of Khorasan Province?Mashhad
5. What language do people speak in Khorasan Province?Persian, Kurdish
6. Why does Khorasan have deserts and mountains?The province includes the Dasht-e Kavir desert in the south and the Binalud Mountains, which help catch water and shape the landscape.

Arid Climate: A climate characterized by extremely low rainfall and high temperatures, leading to desert conditions.
Shia Islam: One of the two main branches of Islam, with a significant following in Iran.
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad: A major public university in Iran, established in 1949, known for its comprehensive academic programs.