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Nishapur

Nishapur is a historic city in northeastern Iran, known for its rich cultural heritage and significance during the Islamic Golden Age. It was a major center of trade, art, and scholarship from the 9th to the 13th centuries. Renowned for its beautiful pottery and fine textiles, Nishapur was also home to famous poets and scholars, including the Persian poet Omar Khayyam. Its strategic location on trade routes fostered cultural exchanges, making it a melting pot of ideas and traditions. Today, Nishapur is celebrated for its archaeological sites and contributions to Persian history.