National Botanical Garden of Iran

The National Botanical Garden of Iran spans approximately 150 hectares across the southern foothills of the Alborz Mountains and contains plant collections representing various climate zones. Throughout the grounds are several lakes and waterfalls that structure the landscape and provide water features.

The garden was established in 1968 and opened to the public in 1970 as a major research institution for plant science and botanical studies. It was designed to serve as the country's main facility for understanding and cataloging plant diversity.

The garden displays plant communities that reflect different Iranian landscapes, with sections arranged to show mountain and forest ecosystems found across the country. Visitors walk through spaces designed to echo the natural regions they represent.

The garden is located south of Tehran and can be reached via the Tehran-Karaj highway by taking the Peikanshahr exit and heading toward the entrance. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes as the site is expansive with many paths and sections to explore.

The garden houses one of the region's most significant herbarium collections containing over 160,000 plant specimens that are systematically organized and available for researchers. An on-site specialized botanical library holds more than 11,000 volumes dedicated to plant science and related fields.

Location: Tehran County

Inception: 1968

Official opening: 1970

Architectural style: Pahlavi architecture

Website: https://nbgi.rifr-ac.ir

GPS coordinates: 35.73861,51.17472

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47