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🇮🇷 Iran Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Iran is a country in Middle East, Asia. It covers a total area of 1,648,195 km² and has a coastline of 2,440 km. It shares land borders with 8 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Middle East
sub-region
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Total Area
1,648,195 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
53/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
2,440 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+3:30
UTC offset
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Independence
550 BCE
established
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Climate
Arid and semi-arid, cold winters in north
general type

Location and Position

Iran is situated in Middle East, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 2,440 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Iran covers a total area of 1,648,195 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 87.9M across this area, the population density is 53/km². The capital city is Tehran.

Climate

The climate of Iran is arid and semi-arid, cold winters in north. The best time to visit is generally March–May, September–November, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Iran

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Turkey
Ankara
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Iraq
Baghdad
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Kuwait
Kuwait City
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Azerbaijan
Baku
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Armenia
Yerevan
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Turkmenistan
Ashgabat
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Afghanistan
Kabul
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Pakistan
Islamabad

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Iran located?

Iran is located in Middle East, Asia. The capital city is Tehran.

How large is Iran?

Iran has a total area of 1,648,195 km² with a population density of 53/km².

What countries border Iran?

Iran shares land borders with: Turkey, Iraq, Kuwait, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan.

What is the climate of Iran?

The climate of Iran is Arid and semi-arid, cold winters in north. The best time to visit is March–May, September–November.

What timezone is Iran in?

Iran observes UTC+3:30 timezone.

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