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Iran

Azadi Tower

Architectural landmark Cultural property Iranian National Heritage Monument Tourist attraction Tower

Azadi Tower, Monument in District 2, Tehran, Iran

Description

Azadi Tower is a concrete and granite landmark in District 2 of Tehran, extending 63 meters and surrounded by green spaces. The white marble cladding forms a central arch with columns and balconies that opens to a viewing platform and spans multiple levels.

History

Construction began in 1969 under architect Hossein Amanat and the structure opened in 1971 to celebrate the Persian Empire. The 1979 revolution led to the renaming from its original title to the current name.

Culture

The name means Freedom Tower and locals often use this spot as a meeting point before heading into other parts of the city. Families gather in the surrounding square on weekends, treating the area as an open public space where children play and adults sit on benches under the shade.

Practical

The underground museum sits directly below the main arch and displays Persian objects from different eras. The viewing platform at the top offers wide views over the city and is accessible by stairs or elevator.

Did you know?

Each marble piece was individually shaped to meet the geometric design, resulting in 25000 different panels. The construction combines modern engineering with traditional motifs and creates shadow patterns that shift throughout the day.

Location

Tehran

Inception

January 1, 1969

Architects

Hossein Amanat

Official opening

October 16, 1971

Architectural style

Pahlavi architecture

Elevation above the sea

1,183 m

Height

45 m

Length

63 m

Made from material

concrete, granite

Part of

Azadi Square

GPS coordinates

35.69972,51.33806

Latest update

December 13, 2025 16:57

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