Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
2.3M
Population
474 km2
Area
113 Mbps
Internet
Asia/Tehran
Timezone
MHD (8km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Mashhad's Imam Reza Shrine gleams with turquoise tiles, drawing millions into a whirlwind of saffron bazaars and poetic ta'zieh plays. Nomads perch in modern guesthouses with fast fiber optic links to Tehran, relishing cool Razavi summers for focused sprints amid Persian hospitality. The spiritual intensity sharpens clarity for remote pursuits.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Iran
Region
Southern Asia
Population
2.3M
Timezone
Asia/Tehran
Language
Persian (Farsi)
Airport
MHD
GPS
36.30, 59.61
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 113 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Travel
MHD airport just 8 km from the city center
A major city with a population of 2,307,177
INFRASTRUCTURE
8,765 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
268
Cafes
161
Bars
4
Fast Food
178
Shopping
Supermarkets
386
Convenience
62
Shopping Malls
111
Healthcare
Hospitals
45
Clinics
437
Pharmacies
198
Education
Schools
554
Universities
68
Libraries
51
Recreation
Parks
719
Playgrounds
27
Sports
136
Cinemas
7
Museums
6
Theatres
6
Transport
Bus Stops
2,052
Train Stations
39
Fuel Stations
104
Services
Banks
399
ATMs
138
Post Offices
14
Police
68
Fire Stations
40
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
113 Mbps
Download
74 Mbps
Upload
30ms
Latency
10,585
Tests
3,765
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
3°
J
5°
F
9°
M
15°
A
21°
M
26°
J
27°
J
26°
A
21°
S
15°
O
9°
N
5°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 15 C Range: 2.9 - 27.1 C Rain: 270 mm/year Sunshine: 3,423 h/year
CITY SCORES
95.0
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.6
Overall
AIRPORT
MHD
Mashhad International Airport
8 km from center
Very close — ~12 min ride
FUN FACTS
Mashhad (Persian: مشهد [mæʃˈhæd] ), historically also known as Mashad ( mə-SHAD), Meshhed, or Meshed, is the second-most-populous city in Iran, located in the north-east of the country about 900 kilometres (560 miles) from Tehran.
In the Central District of Mashhad County, it serves as the capital of Razavi Khorasan province, the county, and the district.
A small village, by the 9th century jt was known as Sanabad and was located—along with Tus and other villages—on the ancient Silk Road connecting them with Merv to the east.
The shrine is the most pilgrimaged site in Islam, visited by nearly 30 million each year.
Between 1736 and 1796, Mashhad became the capital of Afsharid Iran which was ruled by the Afsharid dynasty founded by Nader Shah, whose tomb is located in the city.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Mashhad known for?
Mashhad's Imam Reza Shrine gleams with turquoise tiles, drawing millions into a whirlwind of saffron bazaars and poetic ta'zieh plays. Nomads perch in modern guesthouses with fast fiber optic links to Tehran, relishing cool Razavi summers for focused sprints amid Persian hospitality. The spiritual intensity sharpens clarity for remote pursuits.
How fast is the internet in Mashhad?
Mashhad has an average download speed of 113 Mbps and upload speed of 74 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Mashhad?
Mashhad has an average year-round temperature of approximately 15 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Mashhad?
Mashhad is served by MHD (Mashhad International Airport), approximately 8 km from the city center.
What is the population of Mashhad?
The population of Mashhad is approximately 2.3M.
What infrastructure does Mashhad have?
Mashhad has 8,765 mapped points of interest, including 268 restaurants, 45 hospitals, 554 schools.
What country is Mashhad in?
Mashhad is located in Iran.