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Latest information and news about Tehran and Iran in English.
Omidvar Brothers’ Museum: A Journey Through Time
Located in the north of Tehran, the Omidvar Brothers’ Museum is a testament to the adventures of Iran’s first world travelers, the Omidvar brothers.…
Exploring Tehran’s Historic Jewish Quarter
Today we look at Tehran’s Jewish Community, an integrap
Tehran to shift from cars to trams
The Tehran City Council is set to make a pivotal decision regarding the introduction of tramways in the city, a move that has sparked…
Tehran Metro Expands to Parand
The head of Iran’s New Towns Development Company announced Tuesday that Tehran’s long-delayed subway line to the city of Parand will finally open for…
Travel Agencies in Iran
Even though arranging a trip to Iran independently is feasible, the country’s vast size and rich history might warrant using a reliable travel agency.…
WhatsApp in Iran 2026: Is It Blocked, Why, and the Alternatives
Updated November 2026. Can you use WhatsApp in Iran? For most of the past four years the answer has been no. WhatsApp was blocked…
Iranian Press Visa
If you’re a foreign correspondent planning to travel to Iran, there’s a specific visa you’ll need to apply for: the Type H Iranian Visa,…
Alcohol in Iran: The Law for Visitors in 2026
Alcohol has been banned in Iran since 1979. What the law says, the exceptions for religious minorities, the penalties and what to drink instead.
Cost of Living in Tehran: Rent, Food, Transport and Monthly Budgets (Updated November 2026)
Live prices: For current figures, see Iran prices this week, updated every Tuesday. Updated November 2026. Tehran is cheap if you earn in dollars,…
Tehran, Third Cheapest City in the World
Global inflation has been a pressing concern in recent years, with cities like Istanbul (Turkey), Buenos Aires (Argentina), and Tehran (Iran) witnessing record-high rates.…
