Kerman, IR
The founder of the Sasanian Empire
Kerman is the capital of Kerman province, Iran, serving as the provincial, county, and district capital. Founded in the 3rd century AD as a defensive outpost named Veh-Ardashir by Ardashir I, the founder of the Sasanian Empire. The city is home to many historic mosques and Zoroastrian fire temples.
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