Qasr Prison, Prison museum and park in Tehran, Iran
The complex includes two distinct areas: a museum housed in former prison buildings and an outdoor sculpture park with contemporary artworks in landscaped gardens.
Built as a Qajar palace in 1790, the structure transformed into Iran's first modern prison in 1929 under architect Nikolai Markov's supervision.
The museum exhibits display artifacts, documents, and personal narratives from former inmates, reflecting Iran's political and social transformations through the 20th century.
Visitors can explore both indoor exhibitions and outdoor spaces, with guided tours available from former inmates who share detailed accounts of the prison's operations.
Underground water channels called qanâts, dating from ancient times, supplied drinking water to prisoners throughout the facility's operational period.
Location: Tehran Province
GPS coordinates: 35.72361,51.44833
Latest update: March 18, 2025 18:54
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