Places to See

About half a century ago, Lalehzar Street was known as the city’s cultural hub. In its prime, it was home to 16 cinemas and six theatres! Some of Iran’s most famous singers and actors made a name for themselves performing in the plethora of…

One of the most historic cafes still operational today in central Tehran is the Gol-e Rezaieh Café on 30 Tir Street.Originally opened by an Armenian chap called Gargen Avansian in 1932 (1310 in Persian calendar), the centrally located…

World's Smallest Tea House Tucked away amidst the labyrinthine corridors of the Tehran Grand Bazaar, you will discover the quaint and unassuming Haj Ali Darvish Teahouse. While the teahouse might seem humble due to its compact size, it is…

Iran Mall: A Paradigm of Shopping and Entertainment in Tehran - Exploring What's on Offer

Joining the list of the ever-increasing number of eating places in Iran is another one we've been told about.The dining out experience in Tehran has taken a bit of hit of late, with the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on…

From visiting tourist attractions to trying new foods and having a good time shopping, Tehran offers many things for its visitors to see and do. The Famouri House is one such place, where visitors can view historical attractions while…

Founded 120 years ago, Islamiyeh is the oldest independent bookstore still operating in Tehran. While one must presume that Tehran’s oldest book shop should be somewhere on or around Enghelab street – known as the book hub of the capital…

Located in Vali-e-Asr Street – itself an attractive place to spend time due to its many shopping centers and being the longest street in the Middle East with its nearly 18-kilometer length, Park Saie has long been among the locations which…

Aqsa Mosque and School of Tehran (Moshirul Saltaneh) is one monument in Tehran that is known as The Mosque of Clock in this city, IRNA reported.This mosque's inscription is installed on its clock tower, the founder of the mosque was "…

Farzaneh Ceramic Museum is a new private museum dedicated to ceramic art and pottery that was opened in northern Tehran in 2020.