Malayer

Malayer ( ) is a city in the Central District of Malayer County, Hamadan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. Malayer is the second-largest city in the province, and is famous for furniture. The city has many parks, the biggest historical park of which is Seyfieh Park. Malayer is located between the two cities of Hamedan and Arak, both of which are the centers of the province. Malayer is the national city of furniture and inlays and the world city of grapes.

Malayer ( ) is a city in the Central District of Malayer County, Hamadan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. Malayer is the second-largest city in the province, and is famous for furniture. The city has many parks, the biggest historical park of which is Seyfieh Park. Malayer is located between the two cities of Hamedan and Arak, both of which are the centers of the province. Malayer is the national city of furniture and inlays and the world city of grapes. ==History== Malayer, a city in western Iran, has a rich history dating back to ancient and pre-Islamic times. Originally known as Dowlatabad, it was renamed Malayer in the early 20th century, marking a shift in administrative and cultural significance. The city gained prominence during the Seljuk and Safavid eras as a key center for rug production. Its strategic location along historic trade routes contributed to its cultural diversity, reflected in the variety of designs found in Malayer rugs. Additionally, Malayer has been notable for its craftsmanship, particularly in rug-weaving and woodworking traditions. During the Persian famine of 1917–1919, Malayer, like many other regions in Iran, experienced severe food shortages and hardship. The community faced challenges in sustaining local resources, significantly affecting the population. Following the Anglo-Soviet invasion of Iran during World War II, Malayer came under British control. This occupation impacted local agriculture and resources, contributing to the economic and social conditions of the time. ==Demographics== ===Population=== At the time of the 2006 National Census, the city's population was 153,748 in 40,750 households. The following census in 2011 counted 159,848 people in 46,939 households. The 2016 census measured the population of the city as 170,237 people¹ in 52,697 households. ==Climate== Malayer has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate (Csa) according to the Köppen climate classification. ==Notable people== Karim Khan Zand (c. 1705 – 1779): Founder of the Zand Dynasty, ruling from 1751 to 1779. Ruled over Iran (Persia) except for Khorasan. Mohammad Mohammadi-Malayeri (1911–2002): Professor focused on explaining the 250-year break in Iranian literary history. Azita Hajian (born 1958¹), actress, Crystal Simorgh winner for Best Actress, 17th Fajr International Film Festival Hossein Yari (born 1968): actor, known for his work in theatre and Iranian television. ==Gallery== Image:Malayer Museum.jpg|Malayer Museum. Image:Abdoli.jpg|Nooshijan Image:Malayer3.jpg|Kosar park of Malayer Image:Pizza tower in Malayer.JPG|Replica of the Pisa tower in Malayer Image:راه اهن ملایر.jpg|Railroad station ==See also==

Text derived from https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1378770601 under CC BY-SA 4.0; modifications have been made.