Iran is a country in Middle East, Asia. Its capital is Tehran, with a population of approximately 87.9M and a total area of 1,648,195 km². The official language is Persian (Farsi) and the currency is the Rial (IRR).
Iran covers an area of 1,648,195 km² with a population density of 53/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $367B ($4,173 per capita) and gained independence in 550 BCE. It has a coastline of 2,440 km.
Iran (ancient Persia) is one of the world's oldest civilisations, dating back 7,000 years. Persian poets like Rumi, Hafez and Khayyam are among the most translated authors in human history. The country invented chess, the postal system, and is credited with early algebra.
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A UNESCO ancient ceremonial capital of the Persian Empire, built by Darius the Great
A UNESCO 16th-century square in Isfahan surrounded by the world's finest Safavid architecture
A UNESCO ancient desert city of mud-brick and wind-catchers, continuously inhabited 7,000 years
A UNESCO Qajar-era palace in Tehran famous for its dazzling mirror hall and tiled gardens
The capital of Iran is Tehran.
The official language(s) of Iran are Persian (Farsi).
The population of Iran is approximately 87.9M.
Iran uses the Rial (IRR).
Iran is located in Asia, in the Middle East region.
Iran has a GDP of $367B, with a GDP per capita of $4,173.
The best time to visit Iran is March–May, September–November. The climate is Arid and semi-arid, cold winters in north.
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