Map of Iran | Provinces, Cities & Location Guide

Map of Iran – Provinces, Cities & Location Guide

This page provides a map of Iran along with a clear overview of its provinces, major cities and geographic location in Southwest Asia. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

Iran is known for its mountain ranges, plateaus, deserts, Caspian Sea and Persian Gulf coastlines, and major cities such as Tehran, Mashhad, Isfahan and Shiraz.

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Iran is located in Southwest Asia and is divided into provinces. Major cities include Tehran, Mashhad, Isfahan, Tabriz and Shiraz.

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Tip: This map shows Iran’s full land area, including the Caspian region, Zagros Mountains, central plateau and southern coastlines.

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This map highlights Iran’s position in Southwest Asia, including its neighbouring countries, provinces and broad geographic layout.

Where Is Iran Located?

Iran is located in Southwest Asia. It has coastlines on the Caspian Sea to the north and the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman to the south.

  • North: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and Caspian Sea
  • East: Afghanistan and Pakistan
  • West: Iraq and Turkey
  • South: Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman

Provinces of Iran

Iran is divided into provinces, known in Persian as ostānhā. These provinces are further subdivided into counties, districts and townships.

  • Major provinces: Tehran, Fars, Isfahan, East Azerbaijan and Khorasan Razavi
  • Capital province: Tehran Province, which includes the national capital

A political map of Iran typically shows provincial boundaries, major cities and important landforms or transport corridors.

Major Cities in Iran

  • Tehran — capital and largest city
  • Mashhad — major northeastern city
  • Isfahan — major central city
  • Shiraz — major southern city
  • Tabriz — major northwestern city
  • Karaj — major city west of Tehran
  • Qom — important central city

Key Geographic Features

  • Alborz Mountains — northern mountain range near the Caspian region
  • Zagros Mountains — major mountain chain in western Iran
  • Iranian Plateau — broad upland region across much of the country
  • Dasht-e Kavir — large central desert
  • Dasht-e Lut — major desert region in the southeast
  • Caspian Sea coast — northern coastal zone
  • Persian Gulf coast — southern coastal zone

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  • Where is Iran located?
    Iran is located in Southwest Asia.
  • What is the capital of Iran?
    Tehran is the capital city.
  • How is Iran divided administratively?
    Iran is divided into provinces, which are further subdivided into counties, districts and townships.

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