Tehran, Capital city in northern Iran
Tehran extends across an altitude range from 1000 to 1700 meters at the foot of the Alborz Mountains, near the Dasht-e Kavir desert region.
The settlement gained prominence after Mongol forces destroyed the ancient city of Rey in 1220, and became the capital under Agha Mohammad Khan in 1786.
The National Museum of Iran in Tehran houses artifacts from multiple civilizations, including collections from Persepolis, Shush, and prehistoric settlements.
Modern transportation infrastructure includes multiple metro lines, bus rapid transit corridors, and two airports serving domestic and international travelers.
The northern districts at higher elevations receive more precipitation and maintain lower temperatures compared to the southern areas of the metropolis.
Location: Central District
Inception: March 20, 1794
Elevation above the sea: 1,179 m
Reference: TE
Part of: Greater Tehran
Address: Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran 13ххх-15ххх Tehran
Website: https://tehran.ir
GPS coordinates: 35.68925,51.38960
Latest update: November 25, 2025 21:38
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