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Qajar Iran

1789 – 1925 CE · about 136 years

The Qajar dynasty ruled Iran from Tehran through the 19th century, losing the Caucasus to Russia and facing growing British and Russian influence. The Constitutional Revolution of 1905–1911 established Iran's first parliament.

Key facts

Dates1789 – 1925 CE
RegionIran & Central Asia
ContinentAsia
CapitalTehran
FounderAgha Mohammad Khan Qajar
Religion(s)Twelver Shia Islam

Before & after

Preceded by

Afsharid Iran Zand dynasty

Followed by

Imperial State of Iran (Pahlavi)

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.