Sanandaj is a city located in the Central District of Sanandaj County within the Kurdistan province of Iran. It serves as the administrative capital for the province, the county, and the district.
With a population of approximately 850,000 residents, Sanandaj is the second largest Kurdish city and ranks as the 20th largest city in Iran overall. The city is recognized as a historic center for Kurdish cultural and intellectual life, specifically noted for its traditions in carpet weaving, poetry, and music.