Mother Tongue
When it comes to the Arab Peninsula, most of the world assumes that the most widely spoken language is Arabic, when it’s Persian that is actually the official language of the country. With a string of other official languages like Kurdish, Gilaki and more, the cultural diversity within the region is stronger than most people imagine.
Mother Tongue
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Religious Affiliations
A large portion of Iran’s population is affiliated with the Muslim population (nearly 99%), with nearly 9 out of every 10 Muslims considering themselves Shi’a Muslims. The rest of the population, in a strong minority, are typically Jewish people. This comes as quite a surprise to most people who assume the contrary.
Religious Affiliations
