Iran
Shiraz, with a population of around 1.8 million (2016 census), is Iran's sixth most populous city. It is the capital of the province of Fars, and was also the capital of Iran under the reign of the Zand dynasty. It is located near the ruins of Persepolis and Pasargadae, two of the four capitals of the Achaemenid Empire.
Shiraz Metro
The Shiraz Metro (, Metro-yé Shiraz) is the current rapid transit system in Shiraz, currently operated by Shiraz Urban Railway Organization. Constructions were begun in 2001, and service in the first line was officially commenced on October 11, 2014.