Pomegranate orchards in Iran's Faruq

Faruq, one of the main producers of pomegranates is located in Marvdasht County, northeastern Fars province, southern Iran. Situated 75 kilometers from Shiraz, the town is famous for its pomegranate orchards. Around 22,000 metric tons of pomegranates are harvested from its orchards, where a pomegranate festival is held in November. (IRNA photos/Reza Ghaderi)