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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Tehran

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Tehran, Iran

Updated October 3, 2025
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Ebrat Museum

Tehran, Iran

Ebrat Museum

This circular Iranian jail was once a political prison run by the country's secret police.
A Boeing 727 that once belonged to the sister of the Shah.

Tehran, Iran

Tehran Aerospace Exhibition Center

A graveyard of old and rare planes that once were the glory of Persian aviation.
Iran Mall in Tehran.

Tehran, Iran

Iran Mall

One of the world's largest shopping malls covers an area of 15 million square feet—and it's still set to grow.
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The Marble Throne is truly a sight to see.

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Golestan Palace

Iran's "Rose Garden Palace," built during 131 years of rule by Qajar kings, consists of 17 stunning structures.
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