For 10 points, name this nation where Mt. Damavand is found in the Alborz Mountains and where the Zagros Mountains form its border with Iraq.
The Asiatic Cheetah is unique to this country, and a range containing Zard Duh and Mt. Dena forms much of this nation's southwest border. The Anzali Lagoon is a major bird-watching location in this country while its largest river is the 450-mile long Karun. The Gilan Province in its north contains areas of temperate rainforest. The salty lake Urima is located in this country's northwest. The Bandar-e-Abbas is a major port in the southeast of this nation, which has extensive pistachio forest covering much of its center. Most of its lowest elevation is centered on the Khuzestan Plain while its highest point is a mythologically important dormant volcano. For 10 points, name this nation where Mt. Damavand is found in the Alborz Mountains and where the Zagros Mountains form its border with Iraq.
The Asiatic Cheetah is unique to this country, and a range containing Zard Duh and Mt. Dena forms much of this nation's southwest border.
Islamic Republic of {Iran} [or {Jomhuri}-{ye Esl?mi}-{ye Ir?n}]