Sa'dabad Complex

Sa’dabad Complex is a vast royal estate at the foot of Tehran’s Alborz Mountains, built by the Qajar dynasty and expanded by the Pahlavis. Its leafy grounds house several museums, including the opulent White Palace, Green Palace, and collections of fine arts, royal cars, and ethnography. Visitors come for a calm escape from the city, historical context on modern Iran, and varied architecture set amid gardens and seasonal streams. It’s best for travelers interested in royalty and culture; allow two to three hours, and note that museums have separate tickets and some buildings close on certain days.