Iranian Kurdistan
Iranian Kurdistan or Eastern Kurdistan (Kurdish: Rojhilatê Kurdistanê) is an unofficial name for the parts of northwestern Iran inhabited by Kurds, which borders Iraq and Turkey. It includes the West Azerbaijan Province, Kermanshah Province, Kurdistan Province, and Iloram Province.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Iranian Kurdistan is located in the western part of Iran and covers an area of 125,891 square kilometers. It is bordered by Iraq to the west, Turkey to the north, and the rest of Iran to the east and south. The region is largely mountainous, with the Zagros Mountains running through it.
History[edit | edit source]
The history of Iranian Kurdistan is intertwined with the history of the larger Kurdistan region. The Kurds have inhabited the area for thousands of years, and the region has been part of numerous empires and dynasties, including the Medes, Achaemenid Empire, Parthian Empire, and Sassanid Empire. In the modern era, the region became part of Iran in the 16th century during the Safavid dynasty.
Culture[edit | edit source]
The culture of Iranian Kurdistan is rich and diverse, with influences from various historical and regional sources. The Kurdish language is widely spoken, and the region is known for its traditional Kurdish music and dance. The Kurds in Iran are predominantly Sunni Muslims, but there are also significant communities of Shia Muslims, Yarsanism, and Christians.
Politics[edit | edit source]
The political situation in Iranian Kurdistan is complex, with various Kurdish political parties and organizations operating in the region. These include the Kurdistan Democratic Party-Iran (KDP-I), the Kurdistan Free Life Party (PJAK), and the Komala Party of Iranian Kurdistan. The region has also been the site of various uprisings and conflicts, including the Kurdish rebellion of 1983 and the ongoing Iranian-Kurdish conflict.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Iranian Kurdistan is largely based on agriculture, with wheat and barley being the main crops. The region also has significant oil and gas reserves, and is known for its handicrafts, particularly carpet weaving.
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