Evaz facts for kids
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Evaz
Persian: اوز
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 Evaz
Location in Iran
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| Country | Iran |
| Province | Fars |
| County | Evaz |
| District | Central |
| Elevation | 950 m (3,120 ft) |
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| • Total | 19,987 |
| Time zone | UTC+3:30 (IRST) |
| Area code(s) | 071-5251 |
Evaz (pronounced Eh-vaz) is a city in the Fars province of Iran. It is the main city of Evaz County. The people of Evaz are mostly native Persians who originally followed the ancient Zoroastrian religion. Later, they became Sunni Muslims. Most people in Evaz speak a special language called Evazi.
People of Evaz
Who are the Evazi People?
The people of Evaz often call themselves "Khodmooni." This word means "of our own" in Persian. It shows that they have their own special traditions and identity. The Evazi people are a unique group with a mixed background.
Language of Evaz
The main language spoken in Evaz is a dialect of Achomi. This language is unique to Evaz and has been influenced by other languages. Some people believe it is related to modern Persian, but its grammar is different.
Evazi is an old form of the Persian language. It has fewer words borrowed from Arabic or other foreign languages compared to other Iranian languages today.
However, younger people in Evaz are now speaking Persian, Arabic, or English more often. Many Evazis who have moved to other countries still speak Evazi at home. But over time, their families often start speaking the language of their new home. For example, many Evazis in Arab countries now speak Arabic.
Religion in Evaz
Unlike most other parts of Iran, the main religion in Evaz is Sunni Islam.
Population Growth
In 2016, about 19,987 people lived in Evaz. The city is growing quickly. Many Evazi people who have become successful help to fund new schools and universities. This support helps the city develop and offers more chances for its residents.
In 2018, Evaz became the capital of the new Evaz County.
Evazi People Around the World
Many Evazi people have moved to other countries over time. It is hard to know exactly how many Evazis live outside Iran. A large number have moved to the Arab states of the Persian Gulf because these countries are close and share cultural ties. Some have also moved to Europe, like Sweden, and more recently to the US and Canada.
It is thought that about 7,000 Evazis live in other parts of Iran. Also, it is estimated that around 50,000 people of Evazi origin live in the Arab States of the Persian Gulf.
Geography of Evaz
Where is Evaz Located?
Evaz is located in the Fars province of Iran. It is about 370 kilometers (230 miles) southeast of Shiraz, a major city in Iran. Evaz sits in a valley about 970 meters (3,182 feet) above sea level. This valley is about 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) long and 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) wide, with low mountains on its north and south sides.
Plants and Animals
One interesting thing found in the Evaz region is Truffles. These are special underground mushrooms.
Climate and Weather
Evaz gets very little rain, usually only about 7.5 centimeters (3 inches) per year.
Summers in Evaz are very hot and dry. Temperatures can reach up to 46°C (115°F) during the day.
Winters are usually cold and also dry. Spring and autumn have much milder and more pleasant weather.
Because Evaz is in a valley, temperatures usually drop quite a bit at night throughout the year.
Education in Evaz
Schools for All Ages
Evaz is known for developing its schools and universities. In 2011, the city had four kindergartens, ten elementary schools, eight middle schools, and six high schools. The people of Evaz are known for having a high rate of education compared to other areas nearby.
Universities in Evaz
Evaz is home to branches of two universities: Payame Noor University and Islamic Azad University. Because there isn't a lot of government money for these schools, several generous families have given their own money to help Payame Noor University. This helps create more learning opportunities for students in Evaz.
Culture and Traditions
Holidays and Celebrations
Evazi people, like most Larestanis, celebrate holidays common in the GCC countries. They also celebrate traditional Persian holidays like Mehrgan, Yalda, and Tirgan. However, they do not celebrate Nowruz, which is the traditional Persian New Year.
Evazi Weddings
Weddings in Evaz are lively and joyful events. Because many Evazi people have moved to other countries, their weddings can be a mix of traditions. They often combine Islamic customs, like separating men and women, with some Iranian influences. The customs are also similar to weddings in GCC countries due to shared cultural heritage.
