population: Urban: 8.694 million (2016) Metro: 16 million (2021)
Famous dishes: Sar Gonjeshki, Eshkeneh, Aash
Handicrafts: Glass blowing art
How many days to stay: 2-4
How to get there: Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran railway station, Beyhaghi Bus Terminal, Western Bus Terminal of Tehran, Tehran East Terminal, Tehran South Terminal
Good for camping: Out of the city
Places to see/activities to do: Golestan Palace, Sa’dabad Complex, Azadi Tower, Milad Tower, Niavaran Complex, Carpet Museum of Iran, Tabiat Bridge, Tochal Complex, Treasury of National Jewels
Suggested Tours/local guides: Mountain trekking tours, Persian Food Tour, Free Walking Tour –Tehran, Tehran On Wheels