Industries

* **Electronics & IT:** Shiraz is home to Iran's first special economic zone for electronics, producing telecommunications equipment, computer parts, and software. * **Tourism & Hospitality:** A primary economic driver, fueled by proximity to Persepolis and domestic cultural landmarks (Hafezieh, Saadieh). * **Healthcare & Medical Tourism:** Famous for world-class hospitals and specialized centers, particularly in ophthalmology and organ transplantation. * **Agriculture & Food Processing:** Processing of regional crops, including citrus, grapes, nuts, and dairy products. * **Manufacturing & Heavy Industry:** Includes cement production, fertilizers, and a large oil refinery located outside the city. * **Handicrafts:** Production of world-renowned Persian rugs (such as Qashqai rugs), inlay work (Khatam), and metalwork.