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Iran
Iran was historically at the heart of the Persian Empire and contains an exceptional concentration of ancient architecture and archaeological sites.
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Capital: Tehran
Currency: Iranian Rial (IRR)
Best time: Mar–May & Sep–Nov
Weather: Mostly arid; varied by elevation and region
Top attractions: Tehran • Isfahan • Shiraz • Persepolis • Yazd • Kashan
Nature: Zagros Mountains • Alborz Mountains • deserts • Caspian coast
Quick fact: Iran was historically at the heart of the Persian Empire and contains an exceptional concentration of ancient architecture and archaeological sites.