11. Golestan Palace, Tehran
Golestan Palace, one of Tehran’s oldest historic monuments, was the seat of government for the Qajar dynasty. Its architecture reflects a fusion of traditional Persian arts and crafts with 18th-century European elements, making it a significant example of the Qajar era. The palace complex includes eight key structures, many now serving as museums, and is surrounded by gardens. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013 (whc.unesco.org).
