Tehran | History, Population, & Tourism | Britannica
WEB2 days ago · Tehrān, the capital city of Iran and the centre of the province (ostān) of Tehrān, located in north-central Iran at the foot of the Elburz mountain range.
Tehran - Wikipedia
WEBTehran was first chosen as the capital of Iran by Agha Mohammad Khan of the Qajar dynasty in 1786, because of its proximity to Iran's territories in the Caucasus, then separated from Iran in the Russo-Iranian Wars, to avoid the vying factions of the previously ruling Iranian dynasties.
Ancient Capital, Persian Empire, Modern Metropolis - Britannica
WEB4 days ago · As the 19th century progressed, Iran suffered from depopulation, poverty, and economic decline, while cities grew and society stratified. At the end of the century, Tehrān was poised on the cusp of a turbulent period of social conflict and revolutionary turmoil.
Capitals of Persia - Wikipedia
WEBCapitals of Persia. Iran (Persia) has had numerous capital cities and royal centers throughout its history. Ahar; Pishkinid dynasty. Anshan; pre- Achaemenid era. Ardabil; early Safavid era, Sajid. Asaak; Parthian era royal center. Astara; Ispahbads of Gilan.
History of Iran - Wikipedia
WEBThe history of Iran (or Persia, as it was known in the Western world) is intertwined with Greater Iran, a sociocultural region spanning from Anatolia to the Indus River and from the Caucasus to the Persian Gulf. Central to this area is modern-day Iran, which covers the bulk of the Iranian plateau.
Tehran - Encyclopedia.com
WEBJun 27, 2018 · TEHRAN. Capital of Iran since the late eighteenth century. In 1800, Tehran was a small city with an estimated population of 20,000; it was surrounded by twenty-foot mud walls with four gates. The wall was encircled by a moat, which was up to 40 feet wide and between 20 and 30 feet deep.
Discover Tehran: The Capital of Iran - Iranopedia
WEBUncover the vibrant energy of Tehran, Iran's capital city. Explore bustling bazaars overflowing with treasures, marvel at awe-inspiring palaces, and delve into rich Persian history. Discover modern museums, hidden alleyway …
What Is The Capital City Of Iran? - WorldAtlas
WEBSep 25, 2018 · Tehran is Iran’s capital city. It is also the capital of the Iranian province with which it shares its name. Tehran hosts a population of around 8.4 million in the city. Greater Tehran has a population of around 15 million. The area of the city is 574 square km.
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WEB2 days ago · The capital is Tehrān, a sprawling jumbled metropolis at the southern foot of the Elburz Mountains. Famed for its handsome architecture and verdant gardens, the city fell somewhat into disrepair in the decades following the Iranian Revolution of 1978–79, though efforts were later mounted to preserve historic buildings and expand the city’s ...
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WEBOct 3, 2024 · Over the past several weeks, Biden administration officials have warned Mr. Netanyahu that the fighting there could devolve into a Middle East conflict that draws in not only Iran but the United ...
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