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Kerman city is the center of Kerman province located 1022 KM south-east of Tehran. The whole population of Kerman is around 2 million (Kerman city 340,000). Kerman has hot and dry weather in summer and cold and dry in winter. Kerman is an ancient city and was called Botia during the Achaemenids dynasty. Kerman is a center of trade in the region and is accessible by the Persian gulf and Oman Sea ports through railway and highways.

Nematollah Vali Mosque in Kerman This mosque was built in 1437 A.D. and is located in 38Km South of Kerman. Arke Bam in Bam This building was a very famous military compound, built around 2000 years ago. It has a total area of 6000 sqm and is located 200Km South of Kerman.