Golestan Palace – A Glimpse of Tehran's Royal Heritage 🏰✨

Name: Golestan Palace (Persian: کاخ گلستان‎, Kākh-e Golestān) Affiliation: Persian Civilization – Safavid & Qajar Dynasties Location: Tehran District 12, Panzdah-e-Khordad St, Fifth Khordad Avenue, Arg Square Period: 1865– Golestan Palace, also known as the "Rose Palace," is located in the heart of Tehran. Its name in Persian means "the place of flowers." 🌹 Originally built during the Safavid era, it is now the Tehran National Archaeological Museum and the oldest structure in Tehran. In the 18th century, after King Agha Mohammad Khan Qajar chose Tehran as the capital, the palace became the royal residence. In the 20th century, during the Pahlavi dynasty, two significant coronation ceremonies (1925 and 1941) were held here. 👑✨ As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Golestan Palace represents the pinnacle of Iranian architecture. The buildings are adorned with intricate Persian patterns and consist of multiple palaces. The rectangular fountain is flanked by symmetrical structures. The Takht-e Marmar (Marble Throne) in front of the fountain is where kings were crowned. This throne, made of 65 pieces of high-quality marble from Yazd Province, witnessed the coronation of Iran's last king, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. 🪑💎 Opening Hours: Daily 08:00–16:30 (clearing begins afterward). Ticket Price: 150,000 IRR for entry, plus 100,000 IRR for each palace (recommended to visit the first three, totaling 350,000 IRR). #ScenicJourney 🌄 #CityWalk 🚶‍♂️ #CulturalSites 🏛️ #TravelInspiration ✨ #HiddenTravelGems 🌍 #IranTravel 🇮🇷 #Persia #Tehran #WeekendGetaway 🏞️