The modern metropolis, Tehran
(meaning warm slope) was originally a village on the
suburb of Rey, Iranian capital until Mongol invasion
of the country in 1220 AD, when its population moved
to present site of Tehran.
Tehran’s development as an independent city began in
the 18th century, when it was finally chosen as the
capital by Qajar dynasty. Therefore, most of the
historical buildings of Tehran are of the same
period.
With an approximate area of 600 km2, and a
population in excess of seven millions (some believe
the population to be much more), Tehran is situated
at the foot of the southern slope of Alborz
Mountain. The average altitude of the city is1200
meters. It is hot and dry in summer and cold in
winter. Max. Temperature is 42C and min. -16C.
Various Museums and Palaces, such as Archaeological,
Carpet, and breathtaking National Jewelry museums,
Golestan complex and Sa’ad abad complex palaces are
located in Tehran. In addition to different
beautiful parks, there are many holiday resorts, in
and out of the city such as skiing resorts of Ab-ali
and Dizin, Tochal cable car, Karaj Dam, Damavand,
and etc. |