IRAN - Golestan Palace - A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Golestan Palace in Tehran used to be the royal residence of the Qajar Kings during their reign of 131 years. During this period the palace was practically rebuilt. The complex, as it stands today, was last renovated in 1865. It consists of a group of buildings and halls, each with their own unique character and purpose. The name “Golestan“ means “Flower Garden“, and you might think the large courtyard must be all but full of flowers. Yet, the garden, is just like a typical Persian garden with some flowers, trees, and ponds. It is named as such since all the interior walls and floors and the courtyard walls are covered with floral patterned ceramic tiles The mirrorwork, woodwork, plaster and stucco work in this palace are stunning! no amount of detail has been spared . . . You will need a FULL day to visit Golestan Palace CREDITS MUSIC: - Mehrdad Mehdi - Tehran Waltz #1 - Shostakovich - Waltz No. 2 (Cellos) - Eugen Doga - Waltz