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ZanjÄn
region, Iran
ZanjÄn, geographic region of northwestern Iran. It lies west of TehrÄn and is bordered on the northwest by Azerbaijan and on the southwest by KordestÄn. The region constitutes one of the uplands that frame central Iran and has an average elevation of 8,200 feet (2,500 metres). It forms part of the Caspian Sea basin. The ZanjÄn River is the only major river in the region. Agriculture is the principal occupation, and crops include rice, corn (maize), oilseeds, fruits, and potatoes. Poultry, cattle, and sheep are raised. Manufactures include bricks, cement, milled rice, and carpets. Chromium, lead, and copper are mined. Rail service links ZanjÄn city, the principal city of the region, with TabrÄ«z and TehrÄn.
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