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Iran - Takabe Soleiman

Takab (Persian: تکاب; Azeri: Tikap) is one of the cities and townships in the West Azarbaijan province in Iran. Its ancient name is Shiz. Most of people are Kurds.

The famous historical complex Takht-i-Suleiman is situated to the North-East of the city. Takht-i-Suleiman was one of Takab's oldest Zoroastrian fire temples during the Sassanid Dynasty and had the name Azargoshasb (or Azar Goshasb or Azargashasb). 

The primary occupation of residents is agriculture. Other ancient places in Takab are Karaftoo Cave and Zendan Mountain.