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Country Name

Iran

Country Code

IR, IRN

Country Calling Code

+98

Country Profile

Destination Iran, a Nations Online Project country profile of the Islamic republic between the Caspian Sea in the north and the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman in the south. Conventionally, it is the easternmost country in the Middle East. The land was formerly known as Persia. Iran is bordered by Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, and Turkmenistan.

Capital Name

Tehran

Languages

Persian and Persian dialects, Turkic, Kurdish, Luri, Balochi, Arabic, Turkish

Country Currency

Iranian Rial (IRR)

Time Zone

Local Time = UTC +3.5h

Driving (Left/Right)

drives on the right

Population

83 million (in 2020)

Country Area

1.6 million kmē (636,294 sq. mi.)

Place to Visit

Persepolis Valley of the Stars Chogha Zanbil Babak Castle Nasir ol-Molk Mosque Anzali Lagoon Chalus Road Naqsh-e Jahan Square Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System Bridges of Esfahan Kashan, Esfahan Province, Iran Tabatabaei House in Kashan Pigeon Towers Chak Chak Rudkhan Castle Katalekhor Cave Hafez Tomb, Fars Province, Hormoz Island, Iran The Lut Desert Bisotun and Taq-e Bostan

News

News Agencies Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) The official news agency of Iran. Mehr News Iranian news agency headquartered in Tehran. Tasnim News Agency Tasnim News Agency is a private news agency in Iran, launched in 2012. Iran News (in English) Iran Daily Published by the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA). Iran Front Page IFP News is an English language news website with the latest news and views from Iran. Tehran Times Tehran based pro-government English daily newspaper.

Art Culture

Miniatures, Carpets, and Calligraphy. Iran (Persia) is one of the richest sources of fine arts in the world. Persian art includes many traditional disciplines such as architecture, painting, literature, music, weaving, pottery, calligraphy, metalworking and stonemasonry. Iranian Cultural Heritage Organization-Iran government organization for cultural heritage, handcrafts and tourism (Persian only). Carpet Museum of Iran-Fine Persian carpets. Carpet-weaving is an outstanding manifestations of Iranian art and culture. Glassware and Ceramic Museum of Iran-Persian/Iranian glassware and ceramic from several centuries. National Museum of Iran The largest museum of history and archaeology in the country.

Economy Business

The Economy of Iran is based on oil, agriculture, construction, trade, and services. The country's economy suffers greatly from US sanctions, which were reintroduced in 2018 after the US unilateral withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA). High import prices and staggering inflation are further crippling Iran's economy. Central Bank of Iran- Responsible for Iranian monetary policy. Tehran Stock Exchange (TSE )-The site provides a market summary, last prices, indices, and listed companies. Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Mines-With information on joint chambers and international affairs. How To Invest In Iran-Information about Iran and its investment opportunities.

Transport

Airlines IranAir The Airline of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Iran Aseman Airline Domestic airline. Mahan Air Mahan Air is a privately owned Iranian airline based in Tehran; it serves destinations in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Tourism

Discover Iran (Persia): Damavand Mountain (highest point: 5 610 m), Caspian Sea, Lake Urmia, Persepolis, Bam (Arg e Bam), Tehran, Isfahan, Tabriz, Shiraz. Visit Iran Official travel and tourism information for Iran by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Iran. Iran Tourism & Touring Organization Comprehensive travel and tourism information for Iran.

Education

Amirkabir University of Technology AUT is a leading public research university, formerly known as the Tehran Polytechnic; it was the first technical university in Iran. Shahid Beheshti University One of the most renowned and prestigious universities in Iran is located in Tehran. Sharif University of Technology SUT is a public research university in Tehran and considered to be the country's leading institution for engineering and physical science. Shiraz University Shiraz University is among the top three research universities in the country. University of Tehran Iran's second oldest modern university, and one of the most prestigious universities in the Middle East, is located in Tehran.

Visa Process

NOTES FOR IRAN TOURIST VISAS: Maximum Stay: 30 days May not be obtained upon arrival Your passport must have absolutely no evidence of Israel travel TOURIST REQUIREMENTS FOR IRAN VISAS: Three completed Iran visa applications Three passport type photos One invitation from Iran host approved by Foreign Ministry Physical passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion and one blank visa page One copy of flight itinerary

Additional Information

Climate: Semiarid; subtropical along the Caspian coast. Type: Islamic republic. Independence: 1 April 1979 (Islamic Republic of Iran proclaimed) Constitution: Ratified December 1979, revised 1989 to expand powers of the presidency and eliminate the prime ministership. Natural resources: Petroleum, natural gas, coal, chromium, copper, iron ore, lead, manganese, zinc, sulfur. Agriculture products: Wheat, rice, other grains, sugar beets, fruits, nuts, cotton, dairy products, wool, caviar. Industries: Petroleum, petrochemicals, textiles, cement and other construction materials, food processing (particularly sugar refining and vegetable oil production), metal fabrication, armaments. Exports - commodities: petroleum 60%, chemical and petrochemical products, fruits and nuts, carpets, cement, ore Imports - commodities: industrial supplies, capital goods, foodstuffs and other consumer goods, technical services

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