Tehran, is the capital city of Iran. A bustling metropolis of 14 million people, it is situated at the foot of the towering Alborz mountain range. Tehran is a cosmopolitan city, with great museums, parks, restaurants, and warm friendly people.
The location of Tehran has been historically known as Ray, which is now a city at the south of the present-day city of Tehran. Its history dates back to 6000 BC and has been the capital of Medes and mentioned throughout the history till now. Tehran has more than 50 museum and 100 art galleries.
Tehran, as befits the capital of Iran is well served with accommodation options to suit all budgets from five star luxury properties to more budget small hotels. Tehran is the main access point for international flights in to Iran and the central transport hub for the whole country. It is possible to get too just about anywhere in Iran by beginning your journey in Tehran. A number of major carriers offer plane tickets to Iran’s capital. The Tehran Metro is clean, cheap and an efficient way to travel around the city. Subway station names are written in both English and Farsi.
Tehran is the commercial heart of Iran.
Compared to the other parts of the country, Tehran has got relatively moderate temperature creating an enjoyable place to live.
Tehran is home to many historical collections, including the royal complexes of Golestan, Sa’dabad, and Niavaran. Tehran’s most famous landmarks include the Azadi Tower, the Milad Tower (the world’s sixth-tallest self-supporting tower).and Tabiat Bridge (a newly-built landmark).
