Karaj, Provincial capital in Central District, Iran.
The capital of Alborz Province stands at 1341 meters elevation, covering 162 square kilometers with a population of 1.5 million residents.
Stone bridges and caravanserais from the Safavid period mark the strategic location of Karadj, which developed into a major urban center during the Qajar Empire.
The Soleymaniyeh Palace, commissioned in 1810, represents the architectural traditions of Persian design through its detailed stone carvings and garden layout.
The city connects to Tehran through multiple transportation options, including railways and highways, serving as a major industrial and agricultural center.
The area maintains Bronze Age archaeological sites that contain artifacts dating back to the 30th century BC, revealing continuous human settlement.
Location: Central District
Elevation above the sea: 1,341 m
Website: https://karaj.ir
GPS coordinates: 35.83278,50.99167
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:54
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