Tehran is the most populous, the center, and the capital of Iran. In addition, it is considered the third-largest city in the Middle East. However, the development of Tehran as an independent city began in the 18th century when it was finally made the capital of Iran by Qajarid kings in 1795. That is why most of the historical buildings of Tehran are of the Qajar period. Tehran province reaches the Alborz Mountains from the north and the central plateau of Iran from the south.
National Museum of Iran
No visitor can afford to miss the National Museum of Iran, the country’s mother museum established in 1937. If you make for the Louvre on arrival in Paris, this Museum is your spiritual home in Tehran, where objects unearthed during recent excavations are to be found side by side with objects representing the great periods of history and pre-history. In a full-day visit, the tourist gets a comprehensive idea of Iranian art and culture through the ages. Visitors who do not have time to go to Persepolis or Susa will find in the National Museum of Iran significant vestiges of Achaemenian decorations.
National Jewels Museum
According to contemporary mineralogists and gemologists, the treasury of the Museum of Jewels is the richest and most dazzling single collection of jewels in the world. Even for those who have never been able to summon up interest in precious stones, this collection in the closely guarded vaults is a breath-taking experience, bringing suddenly to watch all the legendary treasure hunters from Ali Baba onwards.
The invaluable treasury has a fascinating history that goes back several centuries. The jewels have been collected by numerous kings and conquerors who sometimes went to great lengths to obtain them and were so elated by their possession that some of them had their names and dates, engraved on certain gems.
Golestan Palace
The Qajars’ royal palace, is the oldest substantial building in the city, and one of a group of royal buildings known as the Golestan Palace. However, its construction is influenced by what he had seen during his first Europe trip adding a Museum in the form of a large, first-floor hall decorated with mirrorwork. The Palace Garden offered an oasis of coolness and silence in the heart of the city. Shade is provided by what the inhabitants of Tehran call “the finest plane tree in town”, rose bushes, blue fountain bowls, and streams of water recall the charm of ancient Iranian gardens.
Azadi tower
This outstanding tower is one of the significant symbols of the capital located in the heart of Azadi Square. The area of this extensive square is 50,000 square meters and it stands as one of the largest squares in Iran. Azadi Tower, with a height of 48 meters, is one of the eye-catching towers in terms of architecture and art.
Nature Bridge
Nature’s Bridge, one of the modern symbols of Tehran, offers a unique and grandstand view of the capital. The nature bridge is the largest in the Middle East and Iran. Despite the relaxing facilities such as cafes and restaurants, you can have fun on this bridge and record your moments forever by taking photos and selfies.
