Tehran

/ tɛəˈrɑːn, -ˈræn /

noun

1. the capital of Iran, at the foot of the Elburz Mountains: built on the site of the ancient capital Ray, destroyed by Mongols in 1220; became capital in the 1790s; three universities. Pop: 7 352 000 (2005 est)

Example Sentences

The high-security complex, perched on the northern edge of Tehran, has held thousands of political prisoners over the past half-century.

From BBC

Wong said that Australia would continue to maintain some diplomatic lines with Tehran but had suspended operations at its embassy in Iran for the safety of staff.

From BBC

The need to innovate is evidenced by the recent history of the L.A. area and other cities around the world, including Sao Paulo, Tehran, Barcelona, Chennai, Mexico City and Cape Town, South Africa.

From Los Angeles Times

Barnett Rubin, an expert on Afghanistan who served as senior adviser to the US Department of State, says Tehran may be "looking for scapegoats" for its shortcomings in the war against Israel.

From BBC

What I have witnessed gives me flashbacks to Tehran, and I believe that America must be better.

From Los Angeles Times