Aradan, Iran
Aradan
Persian: آرادان | |
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City | |
Aradan | |
| Coordinates: 35°14′59″N 52°29′40″E / 35.24972°N 52.49444°E | |
| Country | Iran |
| Province | Semnan |
| County | Aradan |
| District | Central |
| Population (2016) | |
• Total | 6,257 |
| Time zone | UTC+3:30 (IRST) |
Aradan (Persian: آرادان) is a city in the Central District of Aradan County, Semnan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.
Aradan corresponds with the ancient city of Choara (Khuwar), located in the historical region of Qumis, along the Great Khorasan Road. It is the birthplace of the former President of Iran, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.