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Natanz

Coordinates: 33°30′26″N 51°54′49″E / 33.50722°N 51.91361°E / 33.50722; 51.91361
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For the administrative division of Isfahan province, see Natanz County.

Natanz
Persian: نطنز
City
Shrine Complex of Abd al Samad, built in 1304
Shrine Complex of Abd al Samad, built in 1304
Natanz is located in Iran
Natanz
Natanz
Coordinates: 33°30′26″N 51°54′49″E / 33.50722°N 51.91361°E / 33.50722; 51.91361[1]
CountryIran
ProvinceIsfahan
CountyNatanz
DistrictCentral
Population
 (2016)[2]
 • Total
44,551
Time zoneUTC+3:30 (IRST)
Websitenatanz.ir

Natanz (Persian: نطنز)[a] is a city in the Central District of Natanz County, Isfahan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.[4] It is 70 kilometres (43 mi) south-east of Kashan.

Demographics

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Population

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At the time of the 2006 National Census, the city's population was 12,060 in 3,411 households.[5] The following census in 2011 counted 12,281 people in 3,829 households.[6] The 2016 census measured the population of the city as 14,122 people in 4,564 households.[2]

Nuclear facility

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Further information: Natanz Nuclear Facility and Nuclear facilities in Iran § Natanz

Natanz nuclear facility is part of Iran’s nuclear program. It is located some 33 km NNW from the town (33°43′N 51°43′E / 33.717°N 51.717°E / 33.717; 51.717) near a major highway, is generally recognized as Iran's central facility for uranium enrichment.[7]

Geography

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Location

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Natanz is located 120 km northeast of Isfahan and on the main north-south highway of Iran. Its altitude is 1666 meters above sea level. The distance between Tehran and Natanz is 326 km, and it takes about 4 hours by car.[citation needed] The Karkas mountain chain (Kuh-e Karkas) (meaning mountain of vultures), at an elevation of 3,899 meters, rises above the town.[8]

Climate

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The average temperature of the city is 15.5 degrees Celsius and the average annual rainfall is 195 mm.[9][10]

Climate data for Natanz (1992-2005)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Daily mean °C (°F) 2.1
(35.8) 		4.4
(39.9) 		8.5
(47.3) 		15.0
(59.0) 		19.7
(67.5) 		25.4
(77.7) 		28.2
(82.8) 		27.7
(81.9) 		23.4
(74.1) 		17.0
(62.6) 		9.5
(49.1) 		4.6
(40.3) 		15.5
(59.8)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 34.0
(1.34) 		23.2
(0.91) 		43.3
(1.70) 		28.6
(1.13) 		19.8
(0.78) 		2.1
(0.08) 		0.5
(0.02) 		0.9
(0.04) 		0.1
(0.00) 		5.6
(0.22) 		16.6
(0.65) 		20.6
(0.81) 		195.3
(7.68)
Average snowy days 3.6 2.6 1.3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.1 1.9 9.5
Average relative humidity (%) 57 47 42 37 31 21 22 18 21 31 45 55 36
Average dew point °C (°F) −5.4
(22.3) 		−6.2
(20.8) 		−4.4
(24.1) 		0.0
(32.0) 		1.8
(35.2) 		1.7
(35.1) 		4.1
(39.4) 		1.6
(34.9) 		0.0
(32.0) 		−0.7
(30.7) 		−2.5
(27.5) 		−4.0
(24.8) 		−1.2
(29.9)
Source: IRIMO[11][12][13][14][15]

Agriculture

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Saffron

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Natanz saffron is one of the agricultural products of Natanz city, which is compatible with the climate of this region. Natanz saffron is of good quality and most of this product is exported.[16] Because Natanz city has three different types of climate, saffron cultivation in this area has given good results, so that some years it has yielded more than 1600 kg of dry saffron.[17]

Garden produce

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Currently, the economy of Natanz is in the field of agriculture, people make a living by producing garden products such as pears, beets, walnuts, pomegranates and saffron.[18] Its pear fruits are well known.[19]

Historical monuments

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It is known as the shrine of Abd as-Samad.[19] Elements in the present complex date from 1304 with subsequent additions and restorations, such as the Khaneqah and Muqarnas vault. The tomb honors the Sufi Sheikh Abd al-Samad, and was built by the Sheikh's disciple, the Ilkhanid vizier Zain al-Din Mastari.[citation needed]

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  • Anti-aircraft guns guarding Natanz nuclear facility
    Anti-aircraft guns guarding Natanz nuclear facility
  • Natanz Stone Fortress
    Natanz Stone Fortress
  • Natanz mosque next to the old Chenar
    Natanz mosque next to the old Chenar
  • Ancient tree of Natanz
    Ancient tree of Natanz
  • Portal of Abd al-Samad complex
    Portal of Abd al-Samad complex

See also

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Media related to Natanz at Wikimedia Commons

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Notes

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  1. ^ Also romanized as Naţanz[3]

References

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  1. ^ OpenStreetMap contributors (1 December 2024). "Natanz, Natanz County" (Map). OpenStreetMap (in Persian). Retrieved 1 December 2024.
  2. ^ a b Census of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 1395 (2016): Isfahan Province. amar.org.ir (Report) (in Persian). The Statistical Center of Iran. Archived from the original (Excel) on 19 October 2020. Retrieved 19 December 2022.
  3. ^ Natanz can be found at GEOnet Names Server, at this link, by opening the Advanced Search box, entering "-3076691" in the "Unique Feature Id" form, and clicking on "Search Database".
  4. ^ Habibi, Hassan (c. 2024) [Approved 21 June 1369]. Approval of the organization and chain of citizenship of the elements and units of the national divisions of Isfahan province, centered in the city of Isfahan. lamtakam.com (Report) (in Persian). Ministry of the Interior, Defense Political Commission of the Government Board. Proposal 3233.1.5.53; Letter 93808-907; Notification 82838/T131K. Archived from the original on 4 February 2024. Retrieved 4 February 2024 – via Lam ta Kam.
  5. ^ Census of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 1385 (2006): Isfahan Province. amar.org.ir (Report) (in Persian). The Statistical Center of Iran. Archived from the original (Excel) on 20 September 2011. Retrieved 25 September 2022.
  6. ^ Census of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 1390 (2011): Isfahan Province. irandataportal.syr.edu (Report) (in Persian). The Statistical Center of Iran. Archived from the original (Excel) on 17 January 2023. Retrieved 19 December 2022 – via Iran Data Portal, Syracuse University.
  7. ^ "Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of Security Council Resolutions 1737 (2006), 1747 (2007) and 1803 (2008) in the Islamic Republic of Iran" (PDF). 15 September 2008. Retrieved 19 June 2012.
  8. ^ The place where Darius III was murdered by his relative, the satrap Bessus, is believed by historians to lie in the region of Ahevanu in Semnan province, much more to the east and north than Natanz.
  9. ^ "Visit Natanz Tourist Attractions, Historical & Natural | Destination Iran". www.destinationiran.com. 14 September 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2023.
  10. ^ "NATANZ Geography Population Map cities coordinates location - Tageo.com". tageo.com. Retrieved 1 March 2023.
  11. ^ "FORM 5: AVERAGE OF MEAN DAILY TEMPERATURE IN C. Station: Natanz(99241)". Chaharmahalmet (asp). Iran Meteorological Organization. Archived from the original on 21 March 2016. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  12. ^ "FORM 10: AVERAGE OF DEW POINT TEMPERATURE IN C. Station: Natanz(99241)". Chaharmahalmet (asp). Iran Meteorological Organization. Archived from the original on 18 May 2013. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  13. ^ "FORM 14: AVERAGE OF RELATIVE HUMIDITY IN PERCENT Station: Natanz(99241)". Chaharmahalmet (asp). Iran Meteorological Organization. Archived from the original on 22 March 2016. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  14. ^ "FORM 25: MONTHLY TOTAL OF PRECIPITATION IN MM. Station: Natanz(99241)". Chaharmahalmet (asp). Iran Meteorological Organization. Archived from the original on 16 January 2016. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  15. ^ "FORM 32: NO. OF DAYS WITH SNOW OR SLEET Station: Natanz(99241)". Chaharmahalmet (asp). Iran Meteorological Organization. Archived from the original on 20 March 2016. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
  16. ^ "buying saffron Archives". Iranian Saffron supplier and exporter. Retrieved 9 March 2023.
  17. ^ Iroonia, Mr (5 July 2020). "60 years old saffron cultivation in TorqRud area of Natanz city". Iranian Saffron supplier and exporter. Retrieved 9 March 2023.
  18. ^ "Visit Natanz Tourist Attractions, Historical & Natural | Destination Iran". destinationiran.com. 14 September 2019. Retrieved 13 March 2023.
  19. ^ a b Bamford, James. "The Secret War" Wired, 12 June 2013. 2. Retrieved 14 June 2013.
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