Teymourtash House

Teymourtash House is one of the most valuable historic houses in Tehran. It stands on the northwest side of the historic Bagh-e Shah complex, inside Jang University, in the area around Hor Square. This magnificent mansion dates back to the late Qajar period and the reign of Ahmad Shah. It was originally the residence of Abdolhossein Teymourtash, Minister of Court under Reza Shah, the first Pahlavi king. Today it serves as a war museum and welcomes visitors interested in Iran's history, architecture and military heritage. It was inscribed on Iran's National Heritage List on 25 Mehr 1383 (Solar Hijri) under registration number 11197, and it is regarded as one of the capital's most important historical and cultural attractions.

The architecture of Teymourtash House is among its most outstanding features, an artful blend of Iranian, Russian and Indian styles. The two-storey mansion has an old basement, an eye-catching brick facade, exquisite mirror work, delicate stucco, wooden sash windows (orosi) with stained glass, and magnificent halls that give it a rare charm. The war museum displays a collection of weapons and military equipment from the Safavid, Qajar and Pahlavi periods, along with busts of army commanders and martyrs. The green space around the building, with its military equipment, aircraft and Friendship trees, makes a visit to the complex even more appealing.

The best way to reach Teymourtash House is to take Tehran Metro Line 2 and get off at Hor Square Station, which is right opposite the complex. You can also get there by private car via South Kargar Street and Hor Square, but because the complex lies within the traffic restriction zone and parking space is limited, public transport is recommended. You can visit all year round, but autumn and spring, with their pleasant weather, are better times to stroll around the historic grounds. During your visit, you can help preserve this valuable heritage by following the museum's rules, not touching the historic objects and keeping the surroundings peaceful.