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*[https://rasekhoon.net/article/show/193493 Gathering Information for Genealogy جمع آوري اطلاعات براي شجره نامه نويسي] - In Persian | *[https://rasekhoon.net/article/show/193493 Gathering Information for Genealogy جمع آوري اطلاعات براي شجره نامه نويسي] - In Persian | ||
*[https://iranian-genealogy.com/oral-history/ Oral histories tips] - at Iranian Genealogy; explains how to find relevant information in oral histories, how to conduct interviews, and links to oral history projects | *[https://iranian-genealogy.com/oral-history/ Oral histories tips] - at Iranian Genealogy; explains how to find relevant information in oral histories, how to conduct interviews, and links to oral history projects | ||
*[https://iranian-genealogy.com/dna/ DNA] - at Iranian Genealogy; resources for Iranian DNA analysis | |||
== Iran Research Tips == | == Iran Research Tips == | ||
=== Understand Important Historical Events === | |||
* Safavid Dynasty (1501–1736): The Safavid Empire established Shiite Islam as the official religion of Iran, leading to significant changes in land ownership and governance. This period saw the centralization of authority and the creation of detailed administrative records. During this time, the region was commonly referred to as Persia in the Western world. | * Safavid Dynasty (1501–1736): The Safavid Empire established Shiite Islam as the official religion of Iran, leading to significant changes in land ownership and governance. This period saw the centralization of authority and the creation of detailed administrative records. During this time, the region was commonly referred to as Persia in the Western world. | ||
* Qajar Dynasty (1789–1925): The Qajar rulers implemented various land reforms and administrative changes. This period also saw increased European influence and the introduction of modern record-keeping practices. The name Persia continued to be used internationally. | * Qajar Dynasty (1789–1925): The Qajar rulers implemented various land reforms and administrative changes. This period also saw increased European influence and the introduction of modern record-keeping practices. The name Persia continued to be used internationally. | ||
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* See also [https://iranian-genealogy.com/calendar-systems/ Iranian Calendar Systems] for Hejri dating | * See also [https://iranian-genealogy.com/calendar-systems/ Iranian Calendar Systems] for Hejri dating | ||
=== Where to Start Finding Records === | |||
* [https://opac.nlai.ir/opac-prod/index.jsp Family name search] - Searches the National Archives of Iran for information on individuals listed in their records | * [https://opac.nlai.ir/opac-prod/index.jsp Family name search] - Searches the National Archives of Iran for information on individuals listed in their records | ||
* [https://iranian-genealogy.com/ Iranian Genealogy] - Contains links to and information about where to find Iranian records | * [https://iranian-genealogy.com/ Iranian Genealogy] - Contains links to and information about where to find Iranian records | ||
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* [[Iran Cemeteries]] - Several cemeteries in Iran have been digitized and are searchable online | * [[Iran Cemeteries]] - Several cemeteries in Iran have been digitized and are searchable online | ||
=== Connect with Societies === | |||
* [https://iranian-genealogy.com/ Iranian Genealogy] - An organization focused on Iranian genealogical research, including links to databases, research strategies, DNA information, a surname gathering project, and much more | * [https://iranian-genealogy.com/ Iranian Genealogy] - An organization focused on Iranian genealogical research, including links to databases, research strategies, DNA information, a surname gathering project, and much more | ||
* [[Iran Societies]] - Organizations and societies focused on genealogical research relevant to Iran. Connecting with societies and genealogy research groups can be extremely helpful for asking questions, exchanging ideas, and learning new strategies. | * [[Iran Societies]] - Organizations and societies focused on genealogical research relevant to Iran. Connecting with societies and genealogy research groups can be extremely helpful for asking questions, exchanging ideas, and learning new strategies. | ||
* [https://community.familysearch.org/en/group/343-arab-genealogy-research Arab Genealogy Community] - Online research forum for Arab genealogy. | * [https://community.familysearch.org/en/group/343-arab-genealogy-research Arab Genealogy Community] - Online research forum for Arab genealogy. | ||
[[Category:Iran]][[Category:Research Tips and Strategies]] | [[Category:Iran]][[Category:Research Tips and Strategies]] | ||