Since the Islamic revolution of 1979, almost half of the 300 000 Christians of Iran, mostly Armenians, have left the country.
The community of Jofa, settled here 400 years ago, remains. The freedoms granted by the Islamic Republic, are enjoyed in a restricted area : without any Muslim friends, in the apartments, the cultural or sports clubs, the 13 churches of the district. In private, the Armenians can drink their wine, not wear the veil.