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Iranian Azerbaijanis

Discover the vibrant people of Iranian Azerbaijan, who have amazing stories and traditions to share!

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Hello from Tabriz (Behnam's House)

Hello from Tabriz (Behnam's House)

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Təbriz qurabiyəsi 2
احمد امیر ابادی فراهانی (1)
View over Azerbaijani-Iranian Border - Azerbaijan at Left, Iran at Right - En Route to Ardabil - Northwestern Iran - 02
Behnam's House, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Azerbaijan, Iran, 08-19-2006
View over Azerbaijani-Iranian Border - Azerbaijan at Left, Iran at Right - En Route to Ardabil - Northwestern Iran - 01
Ebrahim Raisi and Ilham Aliyev (2024) - 01
Iranian Azerbaijani Bulama
Ebrahim Raisi (19.05.2024) (cropped)
Iranian Azerbaijani Bulama, Grape Syrup, Osku Bread
A Box of Qurabiya by Nobari Confectionary (Tehran, Iran)
Jafar Mehrad

Key Facts

Region
Primarily Iranian Azerbaijan (East Azerbaijan, West Azerbaijan, Ardabil, Zanjan provinces).
Languages Spoken
Azerbaijani and Persian.
Largest Minority Group
They are the biggest ethnic minority in Iran.
Fun Fact
Many Iranian Azerbaijanis are bilingual, speaking both Azerbaijani and Persian!

Who Are the Iranian Azerbaijanis?

Imagine a big family living in a special part of Iran called Iranian Azerbaijan. That's where most Iranian Azerbaijanis call home! They also live in other places in Iran, like big cities. They are the largest group of people in Iran who are not Persian. It’s like having many different kinds of friends, and this group is one of the biggest and most important ones in Iran!

Talking in Two Tongues!

Many Iranian Azerbaijanis are super cool because they can speak two languages! They speak Azerbaijani, which is their special language, and they also speak Persian, which is the main language of Iran. It’s like being able to play two different video games really well! This helps them connect with everyone around them and share their culture.

A Land of Amazing Places

Iranian Azerbaijan is a beautiful region with lots of history. It includes places like East Azerbaijan, West Azerbaijan, Ardabil, and Zanjan. These places have mountains, rivers, and old towns. People have lived here for a very, very long time, building homes and communities. It’s a place full of stories waiting to be discovered!

Sharing Their Culture

Iranian Azerbaijanis have a rich culture, which means they have special ways of celebrating, telling stories, and making music. They are an important part of Iran’s big, colorful picture. Their traditions and way of life add so much to the country, making it a more interesting and diverse place for everyone.

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