Time Zone |
Asia/Tehran |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3.5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+4.5 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Tehran is the capital and largest city of the Islamic Republic of Iran, located in the northern part of the country in the southern foothills of the Elburz Mountains at an altitude of about 1,200 meters above sea level. As a political, economic and cultural center, Tehran has a population of more than 8 million and is one of the major metropolitan areas in the Middle East.
Tehran became the capital of Persia at the end of the 18th century and retains a wealth of historical monuments such as the Gulestan Palace and the Freedom Memorial Tower. The city blends traditional Persian culture with modern developments, with museums, bazaars (traditional markets) and mosques showcasing its diverse face.
The city is Iran's industrial, financial and transportation hub, known for its petrochemical and textile industries. Tehran's metro system is one of the busiest in the Middle East, but traffic congestion and air pollution remain challenges. Residents are mostly native speakers of Persian, and Islamic customs deeply influence daily life.
The surrounding Elburz Mountains offer skiing and hiking resources, and Damavand Peak is the highest volcano in Asia. Tourists often visit the Museum of Treasures and the Palace of Saad Abad to experience the glorious history of the Persian Empire.
Enyang Ancient Town is located in Bazhong City, Sichuan Province, at the southern foot of the Qinba Mountain area, and is a famous historical and cultural town in northeast Sichuan. The ancient town was built in the North and South Dynasties, the rise of the Tang and Song dynasties, the Ming and Qing Dynasties reached its peak, because of the ancient road of rice warehouses and become a major trade town, known as "small Chongqing". There are well-preserved ancient streets of Ming and Qing Dynasties, winding green stone roads, footstools, ancestral halls and temples in the style of northeastern Sichuan, and monuments such as Zhangfei Temple and Puxian Temple have witnessed a thousand years of history. As an important part of the Sichuan-Shaanxi Revolutionary Base, Enyang also carries a profound red cultural heritage. Nowadays, relying on historical remains and natural scenery, the ancient town develops cultural and tourism integration industries, attracting tourists to explore ancient Shu civilization and experience folk customs, making it an ideal place to feel the charm of Ba Shu culture.