Iran – Iran's capital is Tehran

(Pronounced ih-ran and teh-rahn)

To remember the capital of Iran, use the following mnemonic:

I ran (Iran) away from the Tyrannosaurus (Tehran) Rex.

Interesting facts about Tehran:

- Botanical Haven: Tehran is home to the sprawling Eram Garden style parks and the expansive Mellat Park, which serves as a major green lung and gathering space complete with a large artificial lake nestled against the foothills.

- Geographic Elevation Shift: The city experiences a massive range in elevation from its southern outskirts to its northern neighborhoods, resulting in noticeably cooler temperatures and seasonal snowfall differences across the metropolitan area.

- Metro Art Network: Tehran features one of the most visually stunning underground rapid transit networks in the region, where many subway stations are heavily decorated with traditional Persian tiles, mosaics, and cultural artwork.