Semnani people
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| (c. 0.3 million) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Northern Iran | |
| Languages | |
| Semnani | |
| Religion | |
| Shi'a Islam | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Other Iranian peoples |
Semnani people are an Iranian people who primarily live in northern Iran and speak Semnani language. They are closely related to Mazandarani people, and their area was historically ruled by various dynasties from Tabaristan. In ancient times it was part of Parthia, and after Seleucid era it became known as Comisene.
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