Cultural event in Tehran with the theme Muharram (photo)

Iranians in the capital Tehran hold exhibition of supplies and services related to Muharram. Shia Muslims mark Muharram and martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (AS), the third Shia Imam and grandson of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH). Imam Hussein and 72 of his companions were martyred in a Battle with the tyrant ruler of the time Yazid ibn Muawiyah back in 680 AD.