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Our contributing editor Samson Seez gives you the best tips when visiting Tehran’s oldest public park including the best family fun days activities. Iranian parks a jam-packed with several features and amenities, they’re also a great place…

There are plenty of ways to keep fit in Tehran and here are a few examples.Aside from various gyms or uptown luxurious health clubs in Tehran, one can get into shape for free, as well as enjoy a scenic view at the same time! Step 1 –…

One of the biggest issues for non-resident Iranians visiting Iran is having to pay the “khorooji” or departure tax. This tax came into force for all residents and non-residents in 2015 and is likely to jump in cost come the Persian New Year…

Iranians love bookshops and reading, so much so, several companies are offering every type of book you could imagine in the city, as well as foreign language magazines! From contemporary writers to literary classics from home and abroad,…

Mobile phones are continually being updated and with the recent removal of popular ride-hailing application Snapp from the Apple iOS Store, now is the time to buy a new Android! Trust me; they’ve got quite impressive in recent years.There…

There is not one type of taxi in Tehran; no, in fact, there are several different types of transport all competing for the money in your wallet. Living in Tehran will give you the latest info on how to get a cab. On-street private taxi…

Living in Tehran can be difficult for those with limited movement. However, there is one company which aims to help people keep active in their homes. That occupational therapy firm is called Kian Tajhiz Mehr Afarin (KTMA) and was created…

Being an English speaker living in Tehran can be a tricky affair with nearly all of the city's news websites only supporting Persian script. However, a growing number of the sites also now offer other options. This language addition is an…

Are you visiting or staying in Iran for anytime soon? Well, Living in Tehran has the best apps which will make your stay a whole lot easier – with some asterisks for Apple users! Mobile Network Operators and MVNOsThere are three…

There is not one type of taxi in Tehran; no, in fact, there are several different versions all competing for the money in your wallet. Living in Tehran will give you the latest bunch all battling out for supremacy. Beware of hawkers…