IRAN
| Capital City | Tehran |
| Geographic Location | Iran is a Middle East country. It is surrounded by the Caspian Sea, Amenia, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan at north,Afghanistan and Pakistan at east, Persian Gulf and Oman Gulf at south, Turkey and Iraq at west. |
| Geographic Coordinates | 42 50 N, 12 50 E |
| Climate | A dry climate is generally lived. A subtropical weather is realized at the regiones near Basra. In winter and spring, it rains. The tempreture sees 40 °C in summer. |
| Time Zone | GMT +3:30 |
| Language | PERSIAN |
| Other Languages | |
| Monetary Unit | Iranian Rial |
Telephone |
The international dialling code (to): 0098, The international dialling code (from) 00 + The related country code |
| Mobile Phone | GSM 900/1800 |
| Important Phone Nos. | Ambulance 125, Police / Fire Brigade 110 |
| Internet | .ir |
| Opening Hours | Banks; 7:30a.m. - 4p.m. (Sat-Wed), 7:30a.m. - 12p.m. (Thur) Shops; 8/9a.m. - 1p.m. and 3p.m. - 8p.m. (Sat-Wed), 8/9a.m. - 12p.m. (Thur) |
| Public Holidays | Revolution Day (11 February), Ashoura (February), Noruz (New Year's Day, 21 March), Republic Day (1 April), Birthday of Prophet Mohammed (April), Constitutional Monarchy Day (5 August), anniversary of the death of Ayatollah Khomeini (4 June), Eid-al Fitr (end of Ramadan, October), Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice, December). |
| Electric | 230V 50HzHz |
General Information
Iran is one of the countries where the past is maintained best. The structures from the Persian era, gorgeous blue mosaics, ancient cities, the best examples from the genuine Islam architecture, mountanious regions, desserts, seas and the metropoles having collected different cultural motives throughout the history are a few reasons necessitating to visit the country.
The capital of country captivates the person by its concrete buildings, historically and architecturally significant structures and museums harboring the Middle East history. Golestan Palace carries the history to present day. National Jewels Museum, Iran National Museum, Ivan-e Takht-e Marmar, Negar Khane and Shams-Al Emarat museums are a few of the museums placed at Tehran. Shahid Motahari Mosque is one of the best examples of Islam architecture.
Esfahan, the capital at the Safavid era, is historically one of the most important cities of Iran. Imam Square, Imam Mescid garnished with exquisite blue mosaics, Chehel Sotun Palace dressed in fresco art and Imam Humeyni Square accepted as the World Heritage Site are among the highlights of the city. The majestic bridges on the Zayende River passing through Esfahan contributes to the atmosphere of the city. Siose Pol, one of these bridges, is one of the most significant architecures of country.
Alborz Mountains placed at the east of Tehran is a best place for skiing. The beaches along Persian Gulf, Caspian Sea and the Gulf of Oman are convenient places to enjoy sea and sand.
The capital of country captivates the person by its concrete buildings, historically and architecturally significant structures and museums harboring the Middle East history. Golestan Palace carries the history to present day. National Jewels Museum, Iran National Museum, Ivan-e Takht-e Marmar, Negar Khane and Shams-Al Emarat museums are a few of the museums placed at Tehran. Shahid Motahari Mosque is one of the best examples of Islam architecture.
Esfahan, the capital at the Safavid era, is historically one of the most important cities of Iran. Imam Square, Imam Mescid garnished with exquisite blue mosaics, Chehel Sotun Palace dressed in fresco art and Imam Humeyni Square accepted as the World Heritage Site are among the highlights of the city. The majestic bridges on the Zayende River passing through Esfahan contributes to the atmosphere of the city. Siose Pol, one of these bridges, is one of the most significant architecures of country.
Alborz Mountains placed at the east of Tehran is a best place for skiing. The beaches along Persian Gulf, Caspian Sea and the Gulf of Oman are convenient places to enjoy sea and sand.
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