Tehran Travel Guide

Golestan Palace 

In this palace, you will get familiar with the history of Tehran and former kingdoms. This palace is unique and worth spending more time, you will feel astonished.

Golestan Palace is one of the most magnificent palaces in Iran, which is listed as the UNESCO World Heritage site, and its unique and stunning design has made it one of the most popular sights in Tehran. Golestan Palace complex is a beautiful combination of original Iranian garden and Iranian-European architecture that you will see elements of Western architecture everywhere in the palace. Golestan Palace should be called “Golestan Palace Collection”; Because there are several mansions in this complex that can be mentioned: Marble Throne (Takht e Marmar), Karim Khani Nook (Khalvat e Karim Khani), 

 Mirror Hall (Talar e Aineh), Salam Hall (Talar e Salam), Building of Windcatchers (Emarat e Badgir), Edifice of the Sun (Shams ol Emareh), and Photographic archive and…

The main palace of Golestan Palace with its infinite beauties was the residence of Qajar kings

Mirror Hall, a miracle of light, color, shine, and repetition; till you are not here, you wouldn’t experience the sweet feeling of its glory. All these are just a few manifestations of the beauty of Golestan Palace that can’t be found anywhere else. All these are just a few manifestations of the beauty of Golestan Palace that can’t be found anywhere else.

Tehran Grand Bazaar

One of the most important economic sectors in Iran is the Tehran Grand Bazaar, which is considered one of the most important historical monuments of Iran in terms of history and architecture. Because the architecture of the entire Tehran bazaar has always been changing throughout history, it is not possible to attribute a specific architectural style to it, and due to various renovations and the addition of new parts, the architecture of this structure has changed a lot over time.

One of the characteristics of this market is the existence of different businesses. One of the parts of this Bazaar is its restaurants.

If you are looking for good souvenirs, there are beautiful handicrafts in Tehran Grand Bazaar which include colorful Persian carpets and rugs, jewelry, Khatam or Marquetry, enamel workings, and spices.

Nature Bridge or Pol- e- Tabiat

 The design of this bridge is a combination of traditional Iranian architectural styles and contemporary architecture

Bridges have always been one of the most remarkable and important historical monuments for Iranian. Isfahan, Iran’s top tourist destination, boasts two spectacular bridges (Khaju and Si O Se Pol bridges) from the 16th century Safavid dynasty when the city was at the center of Islamic art and culture. Tabiat Bridge is reminiscent of Isfahan’s bridges which are a place for public meetings, poetry reading, and traditional tea houses. Nature Bridge is the largest in Iran. Built on three large pillars, the 270-meter curved structure has broad entrances, multiple pathways, and three floors of restaurants and cafes, and sitting areas.

Since the columns of this structure, which are designed in the form of intertwined branches, are located in spaces where the fewest trees are located, it is considered an environmentally friendly bridge and there are some reasonable reasons for naming this bridge as Nature (Tabiat): Tree form of columns and the conjunction of two green spaces (connects Ab-o Atash Park and Taleqani Forest Park).

Watching the view of the capital of Iran from the natural bridge is one of those activities that you will surely enjoy.

Milad Tower

Where you have the opportunity for a photo stop at the tallest building in the capital.

Milad Tower is the symbol of Tehran besides the Azadi Tower. It is so tall that is visible from every part of the city. It’s a multipurpose tower. Tehran concerts, seminars, and some festivals are held here.

It is the sixth tallest telecommunication tower in the world with an area of ​​13,000 square meters.

Niavaran Palace

This palace is located in the Niavaran region in the north of Tehran in the freshest and coolest area, which dates back to the Qajar and Pahlavi eras. Niavaran Palace is perhaps the most aristocratic palace of several generations of Iranian kings, from Fath Ali Shah to the second Pahlavi. What makes Niavaran Palace a special palace is its movable roof, which was designed in the Pahlavi era and opened and closed when needed. When you enter the main palace, you will see an exquisite carpet called the Mashahir carpet, which was woven in Kerman in the late Qajar period and depicts the faces of the past kings of Iran. This palace includes several buildings and monuments which refer to Qajar and Pahlavi eras.

Mohammad Reza Pahlavi’s last wife, Farah Diba, ordered the construction of a library, which was well done by Abdol Aziz Farmanfarmaeian, a very famous Iranian architect. People like Parvin Etesami, the famous “Walt Disney”, have each donated works to the Niavaran Palace Library.

When we come out of the library, the exciting part of the story begins. Visit the Royal Car Museum of Niavaran Palace. Who wouldn’t be thrilled to see the super-luxury cars of the 1970s?

You will be surprised by the unique architecture, mirror walls, astonishing design and decoration, and also the magnificence of the palace.

Saadabad Palace

Saadabad Palace in Tehran is one of the most beautiful, largest, and most attractive tourist attractions in Iran. Saadabad Palace of Tehran is located at the foot of Alborz Mountain, which is one of the greenest and most pleasant areas of Tehran.

The Jafarabad River flows through Saadabad Palace, which displays a beautiful stream of water in the palace. 

Reza Shah from 1300 AD onwards and according to different needs, began to build several palaces in Saadabad Palace, the palaces were built one by one and each was assigned to a member of the Pahlavi family. Saadabad Palace has 18 palaces.

National jewelry Museum

The most expensive items are stored here; like a diamond of the Sea of ​​Light, which is said to be the main support of Iran’s national currency. The Sea of ​​Light diamond is pink, which is the rare color of diamonds and was on the crown of Nasser al-Din Shah.

The stunning beauty of this diamond alone can give credit to the most valuable museums in the world. This is not the only asset of the National Jewelry Museum; Rather, many jewels, many swords, crowns, and jewelry tablets can be found in this museum, which is not found anywhere in the world like them. The National Jewelry Museum is, essentially the Central Bank’s jewelry treasury.

Azadi Tower

Azadi Tower has been a symbol of the capital and one of the masterpieces of modern Iranian architecture for many years.

The architect of this tower, Hossein Amanat, is one of the greatest architects of contemporary Iran. White, dark blue, and turquoise colors have been used as the leading colors of Iranian tiling in the upper floor tiles of the tower and its exterior to be reminiscent of the original Iranian architecture.

Darband

Darband is an excellent area with a pleasant climate, which is located at an altitude of 1700 meters above sea level. Many people take refuge from the city’s hustle to the Darband to enjoy its stunning scenery. You can take a short walk in great weather, take photos along the way, try grilled corn and various pickles and plums, and talk to locals if you wish, listen to the sound of water and enjoy the taste of delicious Iranian food together. (Many restaurants are located there.)

Tehran City Theater (Teatr-e Shahr)

This place is one of the first theater venues to be built in Tehran that includes several performance spaces. If you are a fan of art, you can always find a play performed by local or foreign artists. This is located in the heart of the city and you have access to many places of interest such as Vahdat Hall, Laleh Park, Valiasr Street, and many cafes and restaurants.

Tochal

This place is located in Velenjak, North of Tehran, and consists of many recreational and sports facilities. All sports lovers and daredevils could enjoy an exciting day here.

Valiasr Street

It’s the most beautiful street in Tehran and Iran which connects the north and south part of Tehran. You can see a different story in each part of the street.

Abo_ Atash Park

It means water and fire. it has an area of over 24000 square meters. At the beginning of the park you face some fire-towers, also fountains for shooting water which is suitable for kids to play. This park is big and it’s also a good place to see how Iranians spend their free time, you will enjoy the atmosphere and architecture.

National Museum

The construction of the building began in 1935 and only took two years to complete. However, a few years later a new section was added to the museum which belonged to the Islamic Era. In this museum, you can see objects belong to different historical periods such as metal objects, pottery vessels, textile remains, and historical monuments that belong to Persepolis.

You can see how people lived, what they wore, what was their culture, and many other important and noticeable information. one of the rarest things you can’t see in any museum is the skeleton of a 7000-year-old woman who had been found recently.

It is very close to some of the other tourist attractions such as the Glassware and Ceramic Museum of Iran which is a few steps away from this museum. It is also just a minute away from the Sardar-e Bagh-e Melli (National Garden Gate) which consists of different museums. You can also get to the Moghadam Museum in 10 minutes on foot.