Khomeyn facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Khomeyn Persian: خمين
City
The city of Khomeyn at night
Khomeyn Location in Iran
Country	Iran
Province	Markazi
County	Khomeyn
District	Central
Population  (2016)
• Total	72,882
Time zone	UTC+3:30 (IRST)

Khomeyn (Persian: خمين) is a city in Iran. It is located in the Markazi province, serving as the main city of Khomeyn County.

History of Khomeyn

The name Khomeyn was first written about in an old book called History of the Prophets and Kings. This shows that the city has a very long history.

Some old structures, like underground water channels called qanats and an ancient fire-temple, show that people lived here even before Islam. About 200 years ago, Khomeyn was known as the center of an area called Kamareh.

Birthplace of Ruhollah Khomeini

A special family house in Khomeyn is famous because it was the birthplace of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. He was a very important leader who founded the Islamic Republic of Iran.

He was born on September 24, 1902, though some records suggest May 17, 1900. This house is now a historical monument and a museum that people can visit. In 2022, the house was damaged, but it remains an important historical site for visitors.

The birthplace of Ruhollah Khomeini in Khomeyn.

People of Khomeyn

How many people live here?

According to a count in 2016, about 72,882 people live in Khomeyn. The city has been growing over the years. In 2006, there were about 64,031 people, and by 2011, the number grew to 70,053.

Geography of Khomeyn

Where is Khomeyn?

Khomeyn is located in the southern part of the Markazi province. It sits on a fertile plain, which means the land is good for farming. It is about 160 kilometers (100 miles) from the city of Qom and 325 kilometers (200 miles) from Tehran, the capital of Iran.

What is the weather like?

The climate in Khomeyn is a mix of mountainous and semi-desert weather. This means that winters can be quite cold, while summers are usually mild and pleasant.

See also

In Spanish: Jomein para niños