Why it matters:
The event showcases the scale of public devotion to Imam Reza (AS), the eighth Shia Imam.
The big picture:
The gathering, which started at 16:00 local time, spans from Haft-e Tir Square to Vali-e Asr Square, continuing along Keshavarz Boulevard in the Iranian capital. It reflects a broader trend of increased interest among people to participate in religious and cultural events in public spaces.
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Fireworks Illuminate Razavi Shrine on Night of Imam Reza’s Birthday
Mojtaba Darabi
