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TEHRAN

Built at the foot of the Alborz Mountains, Tehran is a fascinating metropolis with
outstanding museums and palaces, a strong religious feeling and a youthful
street life. Come and explore the capital of Iran, a vast nation in the Middle East

with an ancient history that takes visitors back to the times of Emperor Darius
and Alexander the Great. A Thousand-and-one Nights atmosphere at Goles-

tan Palace, priceless diamonds and emeralds of the shahs of Persia under
guard at the national treasury, archaeological findings from the legendary Per-
sepolis, and handmade kilims from Isfahan elevate your cultural tour of the city

into an unforgettable experience. Try some fragrant tea at the Grand Bazaar in
Tehran as you wander round the maze of souks creating a living tableau from
the tales of Scheherazade.

Feel the youthful pulse of the city at the malls with the glamorous shop windows
that add an ultra-modern note to the urban landscape of Tehran alongside the

skyscrapers. Surrender to the charm of the Persian cuisine, aristocratically gar-
nished dishes with flavours enriched by exotic spices and fresh herbs.